"Thank you for viewing my profile. You also may visit my websites: www.erikapluhar.com and www.wholeheartpsychotherapy.net. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist and Supervisor. I work with adult individuals and couples who have difficulties with relationships and sexuality. My approach supports the integration of the mind, body, and spirit. I take into consideration each individual's background as well as the dynamics in the relationship. My treatment philosophy combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with deeper emotional process and dynamic work. "

"Welcome. Starting therapy is a big step that takes courage. Finding a therapist who is a good fit for you can feel overwhelming. I have over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, & adults who are dealing with trauma, worry, sadness, life changes, & relationship stress. We are all complex & often what feels like it should be a “simple fix” can be frustratingly difficult to change. In therapy, you can gain a larger perspective of yourself & the world so that you can have more space & more choices."

"At Growing Together Counseling, I strive to help discouraged couples restore the open, trusting, and blissful connection they long for deep inside. When communication and conflict cycles leave you unresolved and resentment is building, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help partners communicate the vulnerable loving feelings that can get overpowered by anger and fear. These heart-felt expressions open a path toward the unconditional love we all need to thrive. For more on couples, visit www.growingtogethercounseling.com."

"I help people who look happy on the outside actually feel that way on the inside. It's exhausting trying to keep it all together. Most of us expend a huge amount of effort to make it look like our life is perfect; especially on social media. Some of us even relate to the dreaded Imposter Syndrome. While our accomplishments may be lengthy, our relationships and fulfillment are lacking. I understand, and my approach reflects just that. Creating a connection is core to my approach to counseling. I work from a multitude of theoretical frameworks including person-centered, positive psychology, cognitive behavioral, family systems, and solution focused. Much of my experience has been helping people find balance in their lives and re-focus their energies on values important to them."

"I have focused my career on providing services and working with clients suffering from various forms of trauma. I work with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and adult survivors of childhood abuse. My clients are resilient people who are willing to make changes in their lives by making the choices to put themselves first in their lives, making healthy decisions for themselves, and work on their own self worth. My clients are folks who embrace their humanness and gather the courage to work through their toxic emotions such as shame and guilt that hold them back."

"Have you ever felt off track? Imbalanced? Lost a sense of direction? Or after experiencing so many changes in life, you just don't recognize who you are anymore? It's not uncommon. Yet, it can feel overwhelming and lonely. In therapy, I can assist you with finding balance. I can help you overcome the negative thinking/behavioral patterns, relationship issues, and past problematic experiences that have led to the struggle to cope with life's challenges. My primary focus is on empowering clients to achieve healthy self-awareness, develop positive relationships, and build progressive coping skills towards positive change."

"Couples relationship expertise, marriage repairing, healing and adjusting to divorce, individual counseling addressing personal issues and growth. I pride myself in taking a compassionate, gentle approach that leads to overall wellness. I also have expertise in Anger Management, PTSD, and Alcohol Abuse/addiction."

"Welcome! I applaud you for exploring support for yourself and/or your children. My goal for therapy is to provide a safe and non-judgemental space for exploration and reflection. I meet each person where they are in their life journey and provide guidance and support along the way. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families and groups. My specialities include areas of grief and loss, anxiety, relationship issues, and self-esteem. I also conduct social skills groups for children and adolescents and parenting groups."

""We all make mistakes, have struggles, and even regret things in our past. But you are not your mistakes, you are not your struggles, and you are here NOW with the power to shape your day and your future." - Steve Maraboli"

"Life can sometimes bring challenges that are best approached by talking to someone who can provide an objective and supportive perspective. I view therapy as a partnership, and am committed to working together with you in difficult times. I am interested in helping you grow and make changes. Change will sometimes be easy and quick, but more often it can be slow and frustrating. While there are no instant cures, I can help you to learn new ways of looking at your concerns that will be very helpful for changing your feelings and reactions."

"I specialize in developmental and psychological evaluations for toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Common diagnostic concerns include autism spectrum disorder, learning disorders, ADHD, and social/emotional/behavioral difficulties. I also provide family and individual therapy using cognitive behavioral strategies to help with behavioral problems, anxiety, and social skills. www.atlantachildrenscenter.com"

"On our journey of life, sometimes we reach a point where it seems as if, we have hit the end of the road. Thoughts like, "I feel stuck", “Life is so meaningless” or “Will my relationships ever improve?”, can leave us feeling overwhelmed and drained. A deep sense of sadness, anger and frustration can get in way of our everyday functioning.  Therapy can assist you through such difficult times, as well as help you overcome every day obstacles. Together we can work towards building healthy relationships and positive well-being. Through our collaboration you will learn to access and engage your inner strengths to combat these struggles."

"Anxiety is NOT a life sentence. It can be managed - it can be resolved. No need to suffer, no need to relive every painful memory or retell your story in order to feel better. An effective technique for treating anxiety works fast. Anxiety is powerful but it is not invincible. And it's no match for brainspotting - an innovative brain-based technique. "

"The process of starting or reentering counseling can be overwhelming but a brave step towards improving your wellness. I honor that step by committing myself to meet you where you are, sit with you in whatever emotion arises, and offer you a safe and relaxed environment to discuss your concerns. As your therapist, I will work with you to collaboratively create a road map to greater health using our alliance and therapeutic tools along the way. We will work together to identify your goals, beliefs, and assets; process life stressors; and empower your life for greater wellness, however you define this."

"FitLife Wellness, LLC is a private practice dedicated to helping clients reach and achieve fulfilling and balanced living. The therapeutic focus is on the mind, body and spirit. My goal is to empower you to reach your full potential in all areas of your life and by helping you to discover the inner resources that exist inside of you. We use a variety of unique ways to reach you including in person, video conferencing session, phone session, and email/chat sessions. My hours are Monday's 9am-4pm and Wednesday's 9am-3pm. On Fridays I take telemental (video) sessions only. "

"If you are struggling with stress, worry/anxiety/fear, health and wellness issues, cancer diagnosis/recovery, grief, life changes, workplace challenges, relationship issues or personal growth, I am here to listen to you and to make helpful suggestions. My Master's degree is in Counseling Psychology. As an EAP Professional and Coach of thirty-eight (38) years, I have learned some strategies that tend to create lasting changes. My commitment to you is to listen non-judgmentally and guide you with ideas and practices that I have seen work successfully over many years."

"My ideal client is an individual adult, or someone in a relationship having problems they want to resolve. I don't choose my clients, they choose me. With over 40 years of experience as a licensed independent psychologist, I continue to love what I do just as much or more than when I began my career. I am not just a "how does that make you feel" kind of therapist. I will challenge, confront and engage when necessary when I feel doing so will get you to where you said you wanted to go when you came for help."

"Are you ready for change in your life? Do you want deeper and more fulfilling connection with yourself and others? Healing is possible. Many of us feel stuck in certain aspects of our lives. Maybe our relationships, career, or our family is not what we had envisioned for ourselves. I believe that through understanding and awareness, we can move towards becoming our true selves and experience life more deeply. We can learn to connect more fully with others and transform our lives."

"Life, relationships, and sexuality can become difficult for all of us at times. When you feel stuck in a problem or a cycle of frustration, it can be hard to find your way out using the same level of insight and life skills that may have led you there — or at least haven't led you out. And sometimes simply being too close to the problem prevents seeing things you might otherwise recognize. "

"We are all worthy and deserving of a rewarding life with meaningful work and fulfilling relationships. In my work as a psychologist, I help people believe in this simple truth and trust that they are capable of achieving the love and happiness they desire."