Alcohol Use Therapists in 84047

I have learned from the best Social Work program in the country that our therapeutic alliance is the most important determinant of success for you. As a practitioner, the most important thing I can bring to a therapeutic relationship is authenticity. I am skilled in working with and helping people who are facing a variety of challenges. My therapy practice is individualized and seeks to build on your internal strengths. I am here to meet you where you are and help guide you to your mental health goals.

Chances are there is not going to be a quick fix or band aid remedy available to your problem or situation. However, finding the solution does not need to be too far from reach and it would be my intent to make the journey look less daunting. Yet, when it comes to addressing those negative behaviors or addictive traits that often impact our ability to form or maintain a quality of life or healthy relationships. It is important that we are deliberate, calculated, and consistent in our method of treatments. We can start doing this together by creating a space that is conducive with rigorous honesty and vulnerability.

I have been providing therapy for adults for the past seven years. I have been primarily treating addiction with a secondary focus on depression, trauma, anxiety, crisis management, serious mental illnesses, relational stress, and grief and loss. I have worked extensively with those in the criminal justice system and those with a history of homelessness.

Specialized treatment in mood disorders such as anxiety, depression and bipolar as well as treatment for people who have ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder. I offer techniques to help diminish unwanted or challenging emotions, as well as communication strategies, social skills and self compassion. I understand the importance of recognizing neurodivergence and that treatment will look different for those particular clients. I want to teach you to have a good relationship with yourself and with others. It is my main focus to have my clients feel comfortable from the very first session!

As a Licensed Clinical Therapist I have worked with a wide clientele base; teenagers, adults, and families, many whom are from diverse ethnic backgrounds. My experience has reiterated to me time and again the uniqueness and great worth of each individual as well as the progressive capability innate within us all. As such my approach is to work along side each client, not as a director but in many ways a visitor and fellow journeyman on the path of life where I may be able to offer some clarity and illuminate alternative paths during disruptive times in their lives.

In my 40 years of clinical experience I have enjoyed helping clients turn their conflictual interactions into empowering opportunities for growth and success. I use a client-centered approach to help individuals resolve concerns and meet their goals. You will see that my commitment to helping and healing shines through in the compassion and creativity I use to assist clients in establishing healthy coping skills, challenging limiting beliefs, increasing a sense of self-worth, and feeling empowered to make changes.

I want to hear your story, honor your strengths, and foster a sense of control over your life. It is my passion to help people move their lives in a more fulfilling direction one step at a time while taking care to build a solid, strong foundation. I work with self-esteem, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, career counseling, substance use issues, etc. using evidence-based interventions such as CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused, and more.

I specialize in EMDR therapy, one of the top 5 research-based trauma treatments in the world. With EMDR I've successfully treated trauma, various kinds of anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, body image issues, unhealthy relationship patterns, addictions, phobias, trust issues, and pervasive emotions including grief, anger, guilt, etc. EMDR typically takes about 3-6 sessions to work through any given issue with some clients experiencing tangible relief from symptoms in as little as one session.

I believe that there is hope for a bigger and brighter future through motivating, empowering, and educating. My journey to becoming a therapist began when I found myself a passerby in my life and not loving the life I was living. This was when I discovered my passion for helping others to once again find love for life, empowerment, and purpose by using your own personal strengths, past experiences, and desire for change.

"Finding the support we need, to help us through hard times, is such an important part of our personal journey. I believe in the power of a therapeutic relationship being one way to gain that support. I offer a comfortable, caring environment in hopes we can build on your strengths and create the life you desire."

Brian specializes in the following areas: Self Esteem, Divorce, Narcissistic Behavior, Sex Therapy, Trauma (EMDR) based approach to healing including Betrayal trauma and Adoption issues. Brian’s broad experience includes working in the behavioral healthcare industry since 1992. He has a Solution Focused approach to Behavioral Health.

Therapy can be a dynamic experience creating hope and energy. Facing challenges and grieving losses we inevitably face is a powerful step in moving toward a more satisfying present. I view therapy as a collaboration with you to create your transformation and growth. Our past experiences shape our view of ourselves and in turn our potential in the future. I hope to assist you to "re-author" the stories you have about yourself not serving a positive purpose and replace them with new stories, skills and a vision that do.

I enjoy working with people from all walks of life, learning their stories, and helping guide them towards their own goals. I think that anyone can benefit from therapy, and I especially enjoy working with people who have identified a different future for themselves, one with less pain or anxiety or that heavy depression, less trauma shadowing them, less pressure to look a certain way, believe a certain way, love a certain way, or be a certain way. I love working with clients to find a door, something to open towards change and growth and their own version of peace, whatever that might mean to them.

Brooke loves connecting with various groups of people. She believes that nothing is more powerful than a therapeutic connection between therapist and client that is based on trust, security, and honesty. Her approach is caring, yet honest. Her goal is to help clients feel safe to share their private affairs by drawing out things that need to be addressed in the most sensitive but approachable way. Brooke utilizes ACT therapy, DBT, CBT, CPT, EMDR, and Inner Child Experiential Psychotherapy in her work.

Building a fulfilling life starts with showing up as your authentic, value-aligned self. If you’ve struggled with important parts of your life- relationships, career, health, spirituality- you likely have experience with how difficult connecting with this part of yourself can be. Therapy with me usually involves understanding your thinking and beliefs, clarifying your core values and developing practices to be more present in your life so that you can show up when it matters most. The clients I work best with are individuals who are invested in their personal growth and self-discovery.

Life is a process and journey. When one feels stuck (sometimes chronically stuck), it is vital to understand why they are stuck and how to get moving forward again. I strive to help my clients to honestly and courageously seek to understand the conceptual nature of their problems with trauma, addiction, and relationship patterns. When clients can attend, listen, understand, validate, care, and nurture themselves, they can find their way in the journey. As couples and families learn to see each other, create and maintain safety and security, and soothe each other they can find deep and satisfying connections.