Adoption Therapists in 44141
Julie Kungl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brecksville, OH 44141
I've also worked with many families joined through adoption.
Are you looking to overcome a particular problem, feel less depressed or anxious, improve your relationships with others, or better cope with every day struggles that life can bring? We all pass through different seasons in our life, and occasionally we get stuck in a certain season that leaves us unhappy, dissatisfied, conflicted or worried. Sometimes learning a few new tools that help us change the way we think can dramatically change the way we feel, moving us forward again. Finding peace and joy is an important part of our journey toward better physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellness.
I've also worked with many families joined through adoption.
Are you looking to overcome a particular problem, feel less depressed or anxious, improve your relationships with others, or better cope with every day struggles that life can bring? We all pass through different seasons in our life, and occasionally we get stuck in a certain season that leaves us unhappy, dissatisfied, conflicted or worried. Sometimes learning a few new tools that help us change the way we think can dramatically change the way we feel, moving us forward again. Finding peace and joy is an important part of our journey toward better physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellness.
Karen Wallis, LPCC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
Verified Verified
Brecksville, OH 44141
Karen Wallis is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor providing adult psychotherapy. Drawing on insights from depth psychology and transpersonal psychology, she specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship issues and trauma. She uses an integrative mind body approach towards holistic wellness. Karen holds a certificate in Academic Psychoanalysis from the Cleveland Psychoanalytic Center, an internationally recognized psychoanalytic training institute approved by the American Psychoanalytic Association.
Karen Wallis is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor providing adult psychotherapy. Drawing on insights from depth psychology and transpersonal psychology, she specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship issues and trauma. She uses an integrative mind body approach towards holistic wellness. Karen holds a certificate in Academic Psychoanalysis from the Cleveland Psychoanalytic Center, an internationally recognized psychoanalytic training institute approved by the American Psychoanalytic Association.
Brooke Stehlik
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brecksville, OH 44141
Currently accepting new clients! Hi, I'm Brooke! I think anyone can benefit from counseling. I have experience working with teens and adults, including members of the LGBTQ+ community. I consider myself a chill therapist. I want you to feel comfortable and safe coming in, so you are able to open up about past and present struggles to bring change and growth. I want your sessions feel like you are with an old friend or your own personal cheerleader. I'd love for you to come in, put your feet up, and make my office feel like home!
Currently accepting new clients! Hi, I'm Brooke! I think anyone can benefit from counseling. I have experience working with teens and adults, including members of the LGBTQ+ community. I consider myself a chill therapist. I want you to feel comfortable and safe coming in, so you are able to open up about past and present struggles to bring change and growth. I want your sessions feel like you are with an old friend or your own personal cheerleader. I'd love for you to come in, put your feet up, and make my office feel like home!
Abbie Kinney
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brecksville, OH 44141
Your journey matters. You matter. I hope to provide a validating, safe, and nurturing environment where you can find yourself, be yourself, and express yourself. I would like to meet you where you are on your individual journey and walk alongside you as we collectively work toward meeting your goals. I have experience working with children, teens, young adults, and adults. Within my clinical experience, I have provided grief counseling, family therapy, group and individual therapy services, college counseling, and raised mental health awareness amongst the college-age population.
Your journey matters. You matter. I hope to provide a validating, safe, and nurturing environment where you can find yourself, be yourself, and express yourself. I would like to meet you where you are on your individual journey and walk alongside you as we collectively work toward meeting your goals. I have experience working with children, teens, young adults, and adults. Within my clinical experience, I have provided grief counseling, family therapy, group and individual therapy services, college counseling, and raised mental health awareness amongst the college-age population.
Elizabeth Fiocca
Counselor, LPCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Brecksville, OH 44141
Hi! My name is Elizabeth, but feel free to call me Liz! I offer support and guidance through all of the ups and downs that surround the growth of your new family, & let's be honest, a new version of you. You may be struggling with depression, anxiety, or OCD, changes to your relationship, sleep deprivation and feelings of being overwhelmed, baby blues, concerns about attachment, or self-esteem. These are all common challenges that new mamas can face. I can provide services for those facing the pain of struggling to conceive, have suffered loss(es) of pregnancy, or experienced birth trauma. Support is here for you.
Hi! My name is Elizabeth, but feel free to call me Liz! I offer support and guidance through all of the ups and downs that surround the growth of your new family, & let's be honest, a new version of you. You may be struggling with depression, anxiety, or OCD, changes to your relationship, sleep deprivation and feelings of being overwhelmed, baby blues, concerns about attachment, or self-esteem. These are all common challenges that new mamas can face. I can provide services for those facing the pain of struggling to conceive, have suffered loss(es) of pregnancy, or experienced birth trauma. Support is here for you.
Western Reserve Psychological Associates,Inc
PhD
Verified Verified
Brecksville, OH 44141
Western Reserve Psychological Associates, Inc. is committed to providing the highest quality outpatient psychological services in order to help our clients cope with and find solutions to problems of daily living. Fully licensed and qualified mental health professionals will provide our services in a confidential, supportive and caring environment.
Western Reserve Psychological Associates, Inc. is committed to providing the highest quality outpatient psychological services in order to help our clients cope with and find solutions to problems of daily living. Fully licensed and qualified mental health professionals will provide our services in a confidential, supportive and caring environment.
Chase Harshbarger
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, NBCCH
Verified Verified
Brecksville, OH 44141
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling stuck? Are you having a hard time making changes in you life? You may have experienced trauma or stressful events which have impacted how you view yourself, others, and the world. You might have feelings of being on edge, anxious, nervous, numb, or inferior and be unsure of why or where they came from. You might overwhelm yourself several responsibilities or tasks to avoid uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. You may struggle with knowing your own limits leading to burn out or shut down. You might struggle with telling others “no”leading to resentment or anger which impacts your relationships.
Are you feeling stuck? Are you having a hard time making changes in you life? You may have experienced trauma or stressful events which have impacted how you view yourself, others, and the world. You might have feelings of being on edge, anxious, nervous, numb, or inferior and be unsure of why or where they came from. You might overwhelm yourself several responsibilities or tasks to avoid uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. You may struggle with knowing your own limits leading to burn out or shut down. You might struggle with telling others “no”leading to resentment or anger which impacts your relationships.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.