Attachment-based Therapists in Republic, MO

Has your relationship become a struggle? Are you confused about what is happening between you and your partner, wondering what to do about it? You want closeness and understanding, to feel happy in your marriage again. In these uncertain times, more couples than ever want to experience their relationship as a secure base, a safe haven from the storms of life. I use an emotion-focused, attachment-based couples therapy approach to restore hope by rebuilding a secure bond. Call or e-mail now for a free consultation.

I specialize in working with tweens through adult ages. During sessions we will focus on your current symptoms and life situation and explore past traumas, loss, or hurts that need to be healed to help you live your best life. I want to partner with you to increase your confidence in dealing with all that life might toss your way. I am currently accepting self-pay clients.

Everything leaves a mark: pleasure, pain, contentment, fear, acceptance, rejection, hope and hopelessness. Life is a challenge and difficult seasons are inevitable. You can't avoid every season but you can overcome them. You can carry things around or learn to let them go. Identify your options, be courageous, and make choices - you don't have to do it alone. Together, we can find that light at the end of the tunnel. Remember, "We all have two lives. The second begins when you realize you only have one." -Tom Hiddleston Also, if you are interested, view my website for Premarital / New Relationship Counseling information.

I work with adolescents, adults, and families to break generational cycles. I guide and empower individuals to take back control of their lives and become their best self. I have had to overcome hardships that were placed in my life and through counseling, I was able to take back my life! I believe that every individual deserves a safe space to heal. I will provide an atmosphere where people are free to experience change. I believe change is capable of everyone. I believe in our scars telling our story of healing. I believe in growth, forgiveness, second, and third chances. I believe in people. I believe in hope.

***Accepting New Clients*** Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are the challenges of life becoming too much? Is excessive worry keeping you up at night? Life can present a host of challenges. When it does, it is important to have the support of a skilled professional who can help you navigate life's difficulties. I have experience and education working with a variety of individuals in many different environments.

“The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” ― Eleanor Roosevelt

What a Stressful world we are living in today! Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. In a society that values hard work over mental health, it can be difficult to carve out time for yourself. As challenging as it is, you deserve to find balance and peace in your life. There is a way to find happiness again and to improve relationships with the ones you love. It is my passion to teach self-love, acceptance, relaxation techniques, and empowerment to women, couples, and families. With this in mind, we will uncover root causes of suffering and work towards healing and solutions.

Isai can integrate the Christian faith into the counseling session for those who appreciate that perspective. Isai is fluent in Spanish and available for anyone needing those services.

Does someone acting “off” ignite your anxiety? Exploring your ADHD? Or an adoptee navigating complex feelings? Deal with all 3? I’m here to help guide your quest to heal. Attachment issues leave you cautious & uneasy with others. Your mind struggles to stop the spiral of fears it creates. You’ve learned to mask to seem “fine” to others-but now see how much it affected you. As a fellow adoptee & ADHDer, I too know the confusion & hurt these wounds bring. Ready to leave the guilt behind & finally embrace the full you? Here you’ll learn skills to confidently handle what life throws at you & take time to heal the hurt in a healthy way.

Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, depression, anxiety, or a disturbing experience. Maybe there's a part of you that is questioning your self-worth or feeling trapped in old patterns. Whatever it is, you're feeling that you want to take a deep-dive and grow toward increased peace and a more authentic you. Change is possible and you don't have to keep feeling stuck. Therapy is a collaborative process that offers a confidential, safe space to do this work.

Not taking new clients at this time. I am passionate about walking alongside families and individuals as they work through trauma, grief and loss, family transitions, parenting struggles, and other difficulties in their lives. I have extensive training in grief and loss, family therapy, trauma, attachment, and play therapy. I have completed a National Adoption Mental Health Training. I also research the ambiguous loss theory to improve my client's lives and the field as a whole.