Aetna Therapists in 78213

I see therapy as a collaborative process between client and therapist, each with different areas of expertise. I believe the goal of therapy is not only to solve "problems" but to help clients grow and find balance and wholeness. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) , a method of therapy that numerous research studies have shown to be effective in the treatment of trauma. It has been shown to be as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy and often provides relief in fewer sessions.

Carolyn Sobotka has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for four years. She strives to help adults recognize and utilize their strengths to address challenges and crises. She has helped clients with anxiety, caretaker fatigue, grief, trauma, and major life transitions. Carolyn completed her Master of Social Work at Catholic University of America. She draws upon her faith to identify the God-given dignity of all people.

Offering a deep compassion for helping individuals who want to improve their quality of life, so that they may lead a life that matters. Dr. Tom offers psychotherapy and psychological testing for children, teens and adult individuals. He is also passionate about working with couples and families. Psychological Testing available for ADHD, Learning Disorders and Mood/Personality Disorders. Dr. Tom received his doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the Texas School of Professional Psychology.

We as humans aren't meant to go through difficult times alone. When your resources seem low, a therapist offers consistent, reliable opportunities to work toward your healing. I might be a good fit for you if you are looking for empowerment through creative expression. As an art therapist, I believe art and imagination can address our bodies' biological survival responses in ways rational thinking and talk therapy can't.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, couples and families in all levels of behavioral health. I have worked in a variety of treatment settings - residential, acute/inpatient, intensive outpatient/partial hospitalization, & outpatient. Through the use of individual, family, and group therapies, I utilize a strengths based and individualized approach. Each person is a unique individual and I focus on meeting you where you are.

My practice is focused on working with young adults to navigate this stage of life's challenges, including identity exploration, higher education & career, relationships, and family changes. With so many unique changes and choices, our stress and emotions can become difficult to handle on our own. You may be feeling in need of new coping skills, a deeper understanding of and healing from past experiences, or more clarity on who you are and what you want your life to look like.

Diara is a compassionate and non-judgmental counselor who believes that while we cannot control every aspect of the world around us, we can take control of how we interpret and deal with things in our environment. She strives to create a safe therapeutic environment, while simultaneously empowering her clients to lead meaningful and purposeful lives. She has extensive experience working with adults in various settings, and is well versed in treating anxiety, depression, stress, grief, substance abuse, coping skills, racial identity, spirituality, anger, suicidal ideation, relationships, life transitions and others.

Depression, anxiety, and the effects of traumatic experiences can get in the way of you living the kind of life you want.

Do you find yourself reliving unpleasant memories from your past? These could be situations of childhood abuse/neglect, the horrors of war, or single traumatic events (such as car accidents, assaults, or any situations in which your life or the life of a loved one was threatened). If this is the case, you might have Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, which is common in civilian and military populations. THE GOOD NEWS IS THERE IS A SOLUTION. There is a powerful therapy called EMDR which has proven to be effective with not only PTSD, but also many other mental health disorders, because more often than not, trauma is the core issue.

I am here to do my best to help empower my clients to focus on their strengths in the bad times, take off some of the heaviness of the past, and laugh a little along the way. My main goal is to make someone feel heard while also challenging that negative voice in their heads.