Kimberly Leighton, CCLS at Play Warriors, Inc. supports children going through a difficult life circumstance. Most young children are unable to express their strong emotions using only words. They can, however, process their feelings in their play using toys and manipulatives, making art and music, and acting out in dramatic play and more! Certified Child Life Specialists (CCLS's) are experts in child development, psychology, medical care, and all things FUN! CCLS's provide a supportive and nurturing relationship in a safe environment, teaching coping skills, relaxation strategies, in a strength-based model.

*We are in a very challenging period as a culture. The coronavirus has altered the way we interact. As a result, I evaluate each referral as to whether remote work is clinically viable. As a clinical social worker, I treat the whole person, including the circumstances in which they live. I feel two unique qualities that I have, beyond the years of training and experience, are a sense of humor and a world view that includes helping clients feel completely at ease and not judged. Although I work with a wide range of clients, I have particular expertise working in the LGBTQ+ community with 30 years of experience.

I'm a licensed clinical social worker in an individual practice. I work with children, adolescents, adults and older adults. I also provide couples and family therapy. Areas of focus within my practice are: anxiety, depression, grief, family/relational conflict and communication strategies.

I offer brief marital therapy that normally concludes in under 10 sessions. I use a responsibility and acceptance approach. I specialize in affair recovery, sexuality, and building healthy communication patterns. I provide individual therapy from a systems orientation. Most of my clients are going through transitions or are experiencing relationship distress and emotional upheaval. I focus on building resilience, and improving communication. I provide an active assessment that is sometimes sufficient to bring about change in one or a few sessions, or provides patients with the information needed to make good treatment decisions.

You deserve to feel peace and wholeness. You have the capacity to make meaningful change. I’m here to help along the way. I feel truly honored to be a part of your venture towards healing. I envision therapy as a collaborative process, where I walk alongside you, empowering and supporting you to reach your goals. My work is client-centered and strengths-based, shining a light on your individual brilliance and connecting to your inner wisdom. My intention is to hold space for you by providing a safe, non-judgmental, and warm environment to work towards positive change.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, difficulty with family relationships, feeling overwhelmed with everything that is going on in your life and in the world today? Are you experiencing anger, frustration and/or hopelessness that is interfering in your relationships and your happiness? Is your mid consumed with worry about the future? Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution focused therapy, trauma focused therapy and other therapeutic models including mindfulness practices are used to assist you in working through these challenges so you can create peace and hope in your personal life and relationships with others.

Are you constantly worried about what might happen? Do you re-play situations in your mind and wish you could go back and change what you said? Do you doubt yourself? Does all of this negative thinking make you feel exhausted? Symptoms of anxiety can take a toll on your well being and can cause many unwanted results. Anxiety can surface for many reasons at any time in your life. Experiencing these emotions can affect our relationships as well. It can be scary to take that first step to seek counseling, however that first step is all you need.

I see the development of relationships with my clients as the most important element of therapeutic work. From there, with growing trust and a common goal, all things seem possible. I am comfortable using modalities including CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Insight driven therapy to help my clients get what they want from their therapeutic work.

How you view your world and your self in the world, informs your experiences. Feeling stuck, sad, angry, anxious, numb? Feeling like things just aren't working out or your not living your potential? You are not alone and you have within you the ability to heal and grow. We can work together towards wellness and to achieve your goals.

Therapy is a gift to yourself. Life is difficult at times. Therapy gives you tools to meet those challenges. My role is to guide you toward the parts of you in which your strengths reside. You learn life skills that help you make the best choices for your current circumstances. I will teach you to understand how your thoughts, emotions, and beliefs sometimes bring disharmony. Therapy helps you to modify your perspective and determine ways of dealing with life's problems.You can then make healthy choices to meet life's challenges. Are you ready to make such changes?

Hello, wonderful! You are not difficult, broken, defective, or damaged goods. You are protective- something has happened to you. There is a difference. The truth is you were born perfect whole and complete. As a THrive coach and consultant, I address the specific challenges that undermine Black women's rights to self-determination, unconditional love, and excellence. THrive is womanist prose, body-centered self-care practices designed to help Black women slow down, and to cultivate authentic living with clarity, passion, motivation and purpose based on the power of I AM !

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, stress? Using substances in order to cope? Are you struggling with the isolation and uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic? Let me help! I have been in practice since 2008 helping individuals learn ways of coping with the stressors of life. I offer a personalized, compassionate connection in therapy to ensure that you feel comfortable and have trust in the process to wellness and recovery. I have extensive experience with the treatment of both mental health and substance abuse issues. We will work together to discover your strengths and learn new coping strategies.

I’ve spent 20 years helping other humans transform fear, self doubt, and shame into courage, the ability to take risks, and freedom from the vices that keep us stuck. Learning to have a growth mindset is our most powerful tool for mental & emotional wellness, and enhancing our ability to cope with difficulties. Fully developing our ability to recognize, deal with, and move through uncomfortable feelings is a game changer in life. That work, along with changes to our lifestyle habits and the health of our relationships can help us become our best selves. Therapy can help you develop these skills and improve the quality of your life!

*Unfortunately, I am not accepting new clients at this time* There is a way through. You don’t have to keep running from the present, sitting in the past or fixating on the future. You can be here now. Our work together can help orient the change process so that it is aligned with your values. I have been working with women, couples and families for the past decade. I bring authenticity, integrity and passion to the therapeutic relationship. It is possible to move from trauma, attachment wounds, addiction, disordered eating and anxiety towards resiliency, compassion, connection, hope and healing.

I am a mental health counselor who specializes in career counseling/development. As a counselor, I can assist you in clarifying what you most want in life so that you can find a career path that connects to who you are as a person. In my eyes, a career is more than just a job. A career is something that you feel compelled to, called to, and is meaningful to you. Many of us want to engage in meaningful and worthwhile work, however, many barriers can push us off our paths. I enjoy helping recent high school and college graduates find direction and assist with navigating the complicated world of work.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with many years of experience working with people who suffer from symptoms of anxiety and depression. My approach is deeply personalized and tailored for each individual. Often, the root cause of distress is related to trauma or neglect. I work with individuals holistically through painful memories, helping them to unveil false beliefs about themselves and their potential. I have extensive experience treating those with substance abuse issues, helping them to discover the underlying issues and to develop healthier ways to cope with the pain.

If you are a first responder, veteran, or emergency medical personnel and are experiencing the negative effects of past and/or recent trauma, or complicated grief, I encourage you to reach out for support.

Caring, competent and effective counseling, A Trauma Relief Center for Couples and Individuals with Anxiety, PTSD, Performance Anxiety, depression, couples power struggles & alienation; career and business issues. Feeling Lost? I can help you meet your most challenging issues. Feel connected and joyful again. Manage stress from PTSD, trauma, anxiety, unresolvedcircular issues, depression, anger infidelity. As your coach / therapist we work together to help you find Your way back to loving your life again. "With courage and new skills you CAN do anything!" Wonderful help for couples, families, individuals, veterans. Confidential

Are you an adolescent, parent, or adult wanting to derive more meaning in your life, engage in healthy relationships and move through your world with more compassion for yourself and others? I would like to support you in navigating your way to that reality. In life, people have a tendency to take on beliefs, fears, and burdens which can act like a gale force wind propelling them backwards, or swirling them in place. I would like to collaborate with you to chart a course for wellness, and facilitate and witness the change you envision.