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Throughout therapy, I work collaboratively with children and teens to apply evidence-based models and a holistic approach to help clients build solutions to manage life’s obstacles. Whether disruptions in healthy attachments, experiences of trauma or hardship, challenges related to behavior, self-worth, anxiety, and/or mood, I will offer understanding and compassion, while introducing clinical tools for constructive growth and healing. I apply developmentally grounded, and trauma-informed approaches, while using interventions from several treatment modalities.

When is the last time someone asked the question, “how are you?” but *really* asked you? With so many demands on our time and attention, it is easy to feel lost in a never-ending to do list where your personal needs and desires are towards the very bottom. When you think of where you are, you find yourself constantly comparing your life to those around you and where you are never feels like enough. You’ve tried sharing your feelings with friends and it somehow turns into a talk about their issues, leaving you feeling mostly unheard. The cycle of all give and no take ends here. It's time for the focus to just be on you.

“It is your reaction to adversity, not the adversity itself, that determines how your life’s story will develop.” - DIETER F. UTCHDORF. When you change the quality of your thinking, you change the quality of your life. I am a firm believer of mind over matter, and the power of change.

I am not currently accepting new clients.

The Diversion Center understands that people make mistakes. Sometimes this requires us to seek classes or evaluations that can help to meet legal or probation requirements. Our goal is to help you meet your requirements as smoothly and quickly as possible. We founded this center to allow individuals to have a change to remedy their mistakes and move forward in their lives. We strive to provide each of our clients with quality and dignified services. We are happy to work with you as well as your probation officer to meet any of your court ordered requirements.

I desire to provide a safe place for you to explore the issues of anxiety, grief or depression that keep you from living life more fully. You may be struggling with low self-esteem or a loss of identity due to changes, such as loss of a relationship, life transitions, or loss due to trauma. You may find it difficult to move past shaming messages and would like to learn how to find your authentic voice in order to live boldly and with greater self-acceptance.

Suffering, confusion, and emotional pain do not need to be your experience. You deserve to feel good. You can have a fulfilling life. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with over 15 years of experience who is passionate about collaborating with individuals to create meaningful, satisfying lives. I provide tangible tools for the concerns and issues that my clients face, while establishing a warm connection that supports and encourages people. Though therapy can be challenging, my goal is always to help you experience a sense of relief and well-being that then carries into your everyday living.

I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and families who are struggling with a variety of issues, particularly related to trauma, anxiety, and loss. In my work, I focus on listening to the unique story of every child, whether the child communicates through words, play, art, or behaviors. Because I value the intrinsic insight and wisdom that parents often have about their child, I work collaboratively with parents to best support their child. My therapeutic approach is relational, with an emphasis on solving problems directly. I utilize evidence-based interventions focused on insight, the mind-body connection, and strengthening resiliencies.

***Telehealth (Video/Phone) Sessions Available*** Walking through the doors is the first and most important step in one’s journey of therapy. I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and families through difficult times and supporting them through those times. I know that each client is their own person, so I meet each client where they are emotionally and mentally, modifying my treatment approach to best aid each client in achieving their goals.

I specialize in divorce issues, both in families with high amounts of conflict as well as for parents who simply wish for their children and themselves to have support during this difficult transition. In addition, I have a strong background in attachment theory, and I specialize in attachment issues in children and adults and address the various challenges clients face in their current relationships. I also see individual children, adolescents and adults facing challenges related to life stressors, anxiety and depression. For those clients with trauma, I use EMDR to allow clients to process and free themselves from traumatic memories.

Brian has been in the addiction/mental health field since 1993. He has been described as practical, realistic, and down-to-earth therapist who is naturally inquisitive and goal oriented. He brings his warm and light hearted sense of humor to the therapy process, as he has learned that the best way to lead a person toward wellbeing and happiness is to make the psychotherapy process relaxed, enjoyable and non-judgmental. But when necessary, Brian has a serious side, as addictions are for many, can be a life or death problem.

I believe therapy is about safety and empowerment. Unique challenges emerge in every stage of life. My clients know they have a safe space to explore difficult issues. I seek to empower my clients as they discover new coping skills and work toward growth and healing. When possible, I find that deepening family bonds reinforces social interaction and helps navigate complex relational boundaries. Working collaboratively with families in the therapy process can lead to new bridges of understanding in the home.

***In-person and telehealth sessions available.*** Falling apart? Stuck? At a crossroads? I can help. We start where you are, and map out a path to where you want to be, tackling the obstacles standing in the way of your thriving. My techniques include EMDR and Somatic Experiencing, research-backed therapies that often work for people who have made slow or no progress with other therapies. I'm also trained in several types of somatic touch, which can accelerate your progress if you choose to use touch. My goal is to get you back to your best life as quickly as possible!

"DON'T REPEAT PROBLEMS. RESOLVE THEM." "Children learn what they live; then, as adults, they LIVE WHAT THEY LEARNED." "CHANGE your THINKING, CHANGE your LIFE" reflects my approach to counseling. My background in education, 25+ years' counseling experience, and research document that clients often lack the information & skills necessary to change their behavior to achieve the outcomes they want. This cognitive behavior therapy is the quickest, most effective approach to resolving problems to live the happier, healthier, more satisfying life you seek. Over 50% of my clients obtain the results they want within 7 sessions.

I aim to help children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with academic/social success. Whether dealing with ADHD, Learning Disorders, social skill deficits, motivation, or limited access to support services - a neuropsychological evaluation is the first step on the road to success. Children are often referred by their pediatrician, neurologist, classroom/ resource teacher, or school psychologist due to concerns regarding their functioning. Comprehensive evaluations are tailored to your child's individual needs. Comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations typically include : intelligence, achievement/academic skills, executive functioning, learning and memory, language, visual spatial skills, coordination, social skills, behavioral and emotional functioning, and personality.

I am here to help you prioritize yourself and empower your mind! I am an advocate for the power of therapeutic intervention as a way of uncovering obstacles and moving forward in a healthy mindful way.

"Be as you wish to seem" ~ Socrates. We all deserve to be true to one's self and live our best life, and I am grateful to have the opportunity to be on this journey with you. My passion and focus is to inspire trust and confidence, helping you reach your fullest potential. My philosophy to treatment is founded on integrity, balance, authenticity and inquisitiveness where your individual needs are the focus. Whether you are struggling with stress or anxiety, relationship conflict, depression, workplace issues or life transitions, we can work together to facilitate change and enhance your well-being.

Are you suffering with sadness, confusion, distress about relationships or other worries? Are you waiting in hopes that time will help you feel better? It may be time to stop waiting. I offer compassionate and objective support to help you sort through your struggles to find comfort and recovery.

Updated December 2021: I am not currently accepting new clients. Please see my website, www.andreaburkly.com, to learn more about me and see if we could be a fit in the future.