Sexual Abuse Therapists in 55411

There are times when the tasks of life seem insurmountable and too much to bear. I take a practical approach to counseling that is grounded in honesty, humor, non-judgment, and personal reflection. Sankofa means "It is not forbidden to go back and fetch what you forgot". Our past experiences, family history, and beliefs and values contribute to how we manage life's challenges. Looking to your past uncovers valuable lessons. I believe that positive change occurs through building on the individual's strength and focusing on the power of relationship, and past success as the primary source of healing and personal growth.

People seek therapy for a variety of reasons. A common reason for beginning therapy is that some aspect of life does not feel as though it is working leaving you feeling frustrated, anxious, or unfulfilled. I enjoy working with people who have had successes in life, yet struggle to maintain happiness, energy, and a positive self-view. We work together to identify problems, both current and past, and new ways of working through them. I focus on the whole person in order to help people live their life in a way that feels whole, integrated, and satisfying.

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I enjoy working with adults who are 18 years or older. I have experience working with individuals who have alcohol and/or drug addition, those in recovery, trauma/PTSD, parts work/ego state/dissociation, anxiety, panic disorders, depression, grief and loss, and anger management. I am also trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). My belief is that everyone is the expert on themselves, and the power to heal is within. I aid people in finding their own path towards recovery from mental health and chemical health concerns.

Are you having relationship difficulties? Do you feel sad, anxious, overwhelmed? Do you often find yourself uncertain of where these emotions are coming from? Perhaps you looking for someone you can go to for support? I can help. I aspire to create a therapy space that feels safe. It can be difficult to feel comfortable when opening up to someone and telling your story. I use humor and shared interests to create a therapeutic relationship. Call for a consultation and together we can add power and control back into your life.

Sometimes we don't realize what is in our way but somehow we are stuck. Or we seek more self awareness, inner strength, and peace. We work with individuals who are needing guidance to get unstuck, heal and grow. Many people have trauma in their past and sometimes in their present life. We offer a space to heal within that pain with various modalities and techniques.

I believe people carry the answers they seek inside them. Therapy provides a safe place to feel heard, to better listen to yourself, to find your truth and your voice. It can also be a place to practice expressing yourself in new ways; using the therapy relationship to break destructive or unhelpful communication patterns.