Do you have a child or adolescent that is suffering from anxiety or depression? Transitions can be difficult and result in symptoms, stress and unhappiness for some youth. I work to help each person get through their challenges and find their strengths. Families can benefit from a therapist who helps them to process their feelings and experiences. Parents can feel overwelmed when their child is suffering.

Are you struggling with addiction or do you have a loved one with a substance abuse disorder? As a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, I understand the complexities of addiction and dual diagnosis. I'm also trained as a Grief Counselor and work with clients experiencing grief and loss. I'm passionate about helping my clients navigate life's different chapters, be it depression, anxiety, life transitions, symbolic loss, or employment struggles, I'm here to help you.

I am a clinician for those struggling with depression, anxiety, and self-esteem related issues. I also am here for those struggling with addiction and the family disruption that accompanies loving those who struggle. In addition, I provide support for those struggling with intimacy and sexual health. My therapeutic approach is client-centered and tailored to the client as an individual. I provide a non-judgmental, relaxed space that is centered around making the client feel a sense of warmth and safety. My goal is to provide a space for the client to fully express and explore their emotions.

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Are you pregnant or have you recently given birth? Are you struggling with managing your emotions, new responsibilities, and a new identity? You are not alone! I am here to help you navigate your way through this complex life transition by providing you support and tools to cope with changes. I also work closely with children, adolescents, and adults. In my work, I strive to create a safe and supportive space to enhance the therapeutic process. I am committed to helping you develop skills to cope with life stressors. I collaborate closely with parents, schools, and other providers to best meet individual needs.

I have a large body of experience, having worked as a therapist for over 30 years. During that time I have worked with people with almost every type of issue. My orientation is client centered, being most concerned about what approach will fit the client as opposed to trying to fit the client into an approach. I love my work because I have the opportunity to see people change and grow.

I enjoy working with clients who are adjusting to life's difficulties and managing a life stage or an illness. With over 20 years experience working with people with physical disabilities and chronic illnesses, my special interests include Traumatic Brain Injury and Spinal Cord Injury survivors and their families. Some have had difficult times in earlier life and want to move beyond those limitations and lead fuller lives. Others are going through rough spots and are looking for someone to talk with outside their family or circle of friends.

Do you feel your life is spinning out of control? Do you worry too much or do you see life these days through a negative lens? Are you experiencing problems with your relationships or substances? If so, I can help. I am a non-judgmental therapist with over 15 years of expertise in treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, relationship difficulties, substance use disorders, behavioral addictions, life transitions, and anger management issues. I also have significant experience with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, phobias, grief and loss, ADHD, and Tourette's Disorder. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples.

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

As a social worker in private practice for 25 years, I provide family and individual therapy that allows all clients to feel safe and supported in a therapeutic environment. I work with schools and employers to support and strengthen the individual as well as the family. My diverse professional skills allow me to provide resources in multiple areas of mental health. My areas of concentration are children and adolescents, mood disorders in all ages, developmental delays including Autism Spectrum Disorder, eating disorders, clinical assessment and evaluation. I provide clinical support for ages 3 and up.

The human experience of anxiety is normal and adaptive. We would not be adequately prepared for important challenges in life if we did not experience some anxiety and fear. Anxiety is not longer adaptive when it overpowers the person and creates obstacles and challenges that interfere with daily life. At this point, a diagnosable condition may have developed. I provide specialized treatment for adults with the various anxiety disorders, including social anxiety disorder (social phobia), generalized anxiety disorder, panic, specific phobias, and obsessive compulsive disorder. I also treat conditions that commonly occur with anxiety disorders like depression or sleep disturbance.

In the darkness sometimes it is hard to find light. It is in those moments, however, we can discover what we are truly made of and how we can access the strength within to survive, and ultimately thrive. It may seem impossible to know how to cope with the life changing realities physical or emotional changes can bring, or how to support a loved one experiencing such change. I offer an open, compassionate approach while we work together in the unexpected rerouting of your life journey.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! I consider myself to be an eclectic counselor. I use different therapeutic approaches depending on the need of the client. These include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Existential, Person-Centered, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I treat each client as unique and help them set and meet treatment goals.

I am a clinical psychologist, specializing in health and wellness. I offer a mind-body approach to treatment and believe in the power of understanding how our thoughts shape our physical and emotional health. My goal is to provide a collaborative, supportive atmosphere in which we focus on understanding your strengths and find solutions to living a happier and healthier life. My style is integrative and combines cognitive-behavioral therapies, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness. I work with adults and couples.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides psychological services from an insight-seeking approach that includes psychodynamics principles - focusing on relationship and life patterns, existential principles - focusing on life choices, meaning and loss, and systemic principles - focusing on the influence of family, work and social groups. I have specific clinical interest and training regarding identity issues, developmental and phase of life transitions, matters of loss and grief, disordered eating, as well as mood and anxiety issues. I also have specific interest in the experience of emptiness, dream work and understanding inter-generational patterns of family dynamics.

Have you've felt stuck in your life or relationships? Sense you need a new direction? Wondering how to shake the current mood you're living in? My style is to partner with you to create conditions for change. My holistic approach focuses on deeply listening to your concerns, and working to develop new life competencies toward results that matter to you. My ideal client is one who comes with a desire to change the feelings, behaviors, and patterns that contribute to current pain or suffering, and a willingness to work together to meet the challenges you face.

I provide client-centered and creative therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and families who present with interpersonal challenges, trauma, grief, developmental life transitions, neurocognitive conditions, anxiety, depression, stress, personality disorders, and other behavioral and learning difficulties. I also administer psycho-educational assessments, consultations, and school services for elementary, secondary, and college-aged students.

My passion is helping people with DEPRESSION. I want my patients to feel empowered because their symptoms leave them feeling powerless. One of my most important roles as a psychiatrist is to instill hope for my patients. Depression is treatable, and with TMS therapy along with medication management, we have even more options for patients who struggle.

At times, we can find ourselves dealing with unresolved feelings of anxiety, fear, self-doubt, shame, and trauma. However we can still blossom. The therapeutic process goes beyond the individual. It must be addressed within the individual and their environment, and should include their cultural experiences, practices, and traditions, as well as their spirituality; this approach provides collective healing. I practice a holistic approach to providing therapeutic care. I integrate components of the mind, body, and spirit within therapeutic modalities to address the needs of each individual or family.

Are you feeling stuck in life? It takes courage to ask for help and the first step can be the hardest. However, the rewards can lead to a lifetime of fulfillment. I understand and have experienced the emotional challenges life can throw at you. In working together we will cultivate your growth by understanding the obstacles that you face and developing solutions that can help you gain control of your life and achieve your goals. Ultimately, leading to greater self-awareness, self-esteem, and most importantly, a more fulfilling life.