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As a developmental psychologist and depth counselor, I am best suited to working with people experiencing the trials and tribulations that accompany the major passages experienced throughout life. I am a warm and experienced counselor who works with people representing all ages and social identities. I work with individuals, couples and families, and have much experience working with addiction, depression, anxiety, anger, grief and forgiveness.

Do you keep finding yourself in the same place over and over? It could be a type of relationship, a job, a conversation, a feeling, or a behavior. Many of us have unfinished business with our past. As a result, we sometimes get stuck in unconscious patterns, and we miss opportunities for connection, freedom, and joy. Therapy can help you regain your authentic connection to yourself, others, and the world.

Welcome to my practice! I work with adults, families, teens, children, and first responders to provide various types of counseling, including but not limited to CBT, EMDR, Trauma focused CBT, behavioral interventions, play therapy, parenting support, etc… Whether you are feeling stuck, frustrated, anxious, or depressed, I can help you cope with these feelings and improve your overall satisfaction in your life and relationships in a safe and confidential environment. No problem is too big, too small, or too shocking. Please reach out via email to minalcsw@gmail.com to schedule a conversation with me.

Is your marriage or partnership showing signs of stress? Are you not sure if blending families is a good idea? Over 60% of blended families in the U.S. with children do not succeed and negatively impact children's mental health. I help couples in conflict or who have grown apart (especially in blended families), create a more loving home using evidence-based methods, including the Gottman Method, and Bader-Pearson Couples Therapy. I utilize compassion- and mindfulness-based methods to improve your parenting AND your partnership at the same time, while addressing the underlying causes of conflicts.

Whether you're struggling with a chronic illness, anxiety, depression, loneliness, or relationship stress, GroupWell aims to provide a space of understanding and facilitate growth. If you're looking for tools to better manage life's stressors or better ways of communicating, such issues and more are covered in group therapy and wellness groups offered at GroupWell (www.groupwell.net).

I strive to compassionately work with clients to reveal their true self by identifying the patterns and obstacles that often create internal stress and interpersonal conflict. I work with adolescents, children, and adults. I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults with moderate to severe psycho-social difficulties. I have expertise treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, substance abuse, self-harming and psychotic disorders. As a community mental health psychologist I am able to collaborate with educational, legal, and psychiatric professionals. I also provide psychological evaluations, as wells as workshops for parents and trainings to professionals.

"Thoughts turn into Words. Words turn into Actions. Actions turn into Character. Character is everything." To create a more joyful and meaningful life is a passion of mine. I work creatively and collaboratively with adults, teens, and children to explore the heart of the matter. Together we consider (investigate, examine, observe) symptoms and emotional pain; we design realistic goals; we develop skills to alleviate obstacles; and, as we work to achieve your dreams, we discover your increased motivation and self-confidence.

Sometimes we can deal with life's challenges on our own and sometimes we can use a helping hand. Human beings are inherently social and our well-being depends on our ability to relate to others. Our meaningful connections enable us to grow and thrive. When we feel overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, out of control, panicked, or otherwise emotionally dysregulated, it can be difficult to effectively participate in society. As a psychotherapist, my goal is to work with you to increase your well-being and to help you function at your highest level.

Sometimes our lives can become unbalanced and things can rapidly spin out of control, with no end in sight. Whether it's someone we love and care about, or ourselves, we all at times, need help. Getting the necessary tools to overcome adversity, cope with chronic struggles, or help someone close to us can make a huge impact on our lives. The key ingredient is a willingness to change. If we are willing to make a difference in our own lives or the life of a loved one, then we just need some guidance. So let's explore what those steps will look like and start chipping away at the underlying problems.

WELCOME BEAUTIFUL! If you haven't already, please take this present moment to tune in to your innate wisdom, to see if I might be the inner-guide you've been looking for. As a modern-day healer and spiritual guide, I compassionately and mindfully guide you to feel, experience, hear, trust and embody your wisest inner guidance, around some of the most important decisions and relationships in you life. Together, we will welcome very part of your light and dark, the spoken and unspoken, the named and unnamed, the tamed and untamed--and discover pathways to connect with the intelligence, wisdom & medicine, they all have to offer.

If you are looking for a therapist with over 30 years experience and that regularly conducts consultations for other therapists, you might want to take a look at my specialties. Most people are heading in the right direction, but it is like they are driving this road of life with two wheels off the road. They just can't get up to speed. I love helping people, like you, figure out what keeps you from getting up to speed and how to move past those issues like PTSD / TRAUMATIC EXPERIENCES, ADDICTIONS, MARITAL DISCORD, ANXIETY and DEPRESSION. ( My Specialties)

Want some real answers to your personal or relationship problems? With over 35 years of experience, I offer effective solutions for your personal life, and advanced relationship skills. People describe me as different from the usual therapist... more interactive, more direct, more informative. I will compassionately listen to fully understand your situation, but then offer you new ideas and concrete suggestions. If you would like a relaxed, comfortable style and a sense of humor, while receiving expert guidance, give me a call. I am approachable and easy to talk to, and offer practical coaching, information and guidance.

Life can be challenging. Especially in this time of social distancing. It is not unusual to experience fear, confusion, depression and anxiety. It takes courage to admit that you need help and once you are able to admit that, you have taken the very important first step. The important thing is to find the correct person to talk through these issues with and I would like to be that person for you.

You may experience emotional pain at times, as we all do. You may even have deeper emotional wounds that still need healing, but you don't have to endure unhappiness. YOU DON'T HAVE TO SUFFER. Let's work together to bring the joy back. True, life can get really tough. But psychology research tells us that you can improve emotional well-being and obtain the resilience you need to deal with the tough times, often regardless of challenging life circumstances. By using your strengths, increasing relational connection, positive experiences and engagement with what you value most you can find satisfaction and meaning in life.

As a psychotherapist I work with individuals and families cooperatively in exploring and understanding patterns,struggles, and challenges in their lives. Then we work together toward their goals which may include becoming healthier and experiencing more satisfying relationships. I work with children and families dealing with behavioral issues, depression, parent divorce and blended family issues.I see adolescents and adults with a myriad of life issues including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders.

Sometimes our lives can just be overwhelming. Are you struggling with a more recent change or stressful situation? Relationship, work, parenting, divorce, job/school or overall imbalance in your life? For some, there are long term factors that can be obstacles to relationship, employment and success in our lives. Depression, anxiety, addiction, weight and body issues, often only worsen. Getting support, new perspective and tools to deal with challenges can be life changing and a key for long term emotional wellness.

The wounds in ourselves may or may not have words attached. Without help, we are often left with a perception of ourselves as broken or unworthy. We can feel deep shame that we don’t know how to fix ourselves. The rumor in our culture is that self-help is the way forward; that we can move ourselves where we want to be if we try hard enough. Yet we continue to be haunted by a sense of inadequacy, loneliness, longing and regret. These feelings change us. They diminish us. Some of us never get a chance to learn that fear and longing are inevitable and come with life.

I believe in the innate worth of all people. I am honored to regularly witness my clients strength and resilience in response to life's difficult seasons. By trusting in the therapeutic relationship, creating space for open communication and helping each voice to be heard, I partner with my clients to promote healing, hope and a return to the joy of living a fulfilling and connected life. I serve clients with a wide range of needs, including: Anxiety, Depression, Self Esteem, Confidence Challenges, Parenting concerns, Work stress, Work/life balance, Sexuality, Faith congruence, Well-Aging and Life transitions.

Have you noticed that your teenager has lost weight, is counting calories, or has become a picky eater? Act now and get your child assessed for an eating disorder. I specialize in treating adolescents who have eating disorders and I use the most effective treatment methods backed by research (FBT). I also specialize in treating adults who struggle with their relationship with food (Anorexia, Bulimia, ARFID, Emotional Overeating).

Mental health issues can be crippling and take living out of life- affecting our ability to have healthy relationships, cope with daily stress, and perform at work or school (grade school, high school, or college). There are many ways to address it. For most people treatment includes a combination of interventions such as: changing thoughts, creating new routines that foster self confidence/self worth/self esteem, increasing support, help to stop doing habits that foster depression, recognizing past and current hurt/disappointment and learning how to manage it, or improving behavior & relationships with peers/parents/partners.