"I'm a nurse/psychotherapist with over 35 years professional experience working with families, adults, and children. As a therapist I feel prepared to be your emotional advocate, and to assist you with the challenges you are facing. Building trust in the therapeutic relationship in a non-judgmental, respectful environment is essential. I believe every client situation is unique. I combine an eclectic theoretical approach with professional experience in order to assess, set goals, and implement a treatment plan that is specific to your needs."
"I'm a nurse/psychotherapist with over 35 years professional experience working with families, adults, and children. As a therapist I feel prepared to be your emotional advocate, and to assist you with the challenges you are facing. Building trust in the therapeutic relationship in a non-judgmental, respectful environment is essential. I believe every client situation is unique. I combine an eclectic theoretical approach with professional experience in order to assess, set goals, and implement a treatment plan that is specific to your needs."
"Medicare Counseling is composed of two experienced Licensed Clinical Social Workers; Liana Dressner and Ira Dressner. Having both a female and male experienced counselor allows you to choose who you feel comfortable with. We understand that when you are over the age of 65 it is difficult finding a counselor who takes Medicare in the Valley. We we enjoy working with issues including; relationships, retirement, activities, difficulties in families, couples counseling, individual counseling. We have also encountered clients who have difficulties relating to their adult children and grand children. Some issues relate to trauma and we both know EMDR Therapy"
"Medicare Counseling is composed of two experienced Licensed Clinical Social Workers; Liana Dressner and Ira Dressner. Having both a female and male experienced counselor allows you to choose who you feel comfortable with. We understand that when you are over the age of 65 it is difficult finding a counselor who takes Medicare in the Valley. We we enjoy working with issues including; relationships, retirement, activities, difficulties in families, couples counseling, individual counseling. We have also encountered clients who have difficulties relating to their adult children and grand children. Some issues relate to trauma and we both know EMDR Therapy"
"Experience counts. I have over 30 years experience in a variety of theories. For 20 years I have taught psychotherapy to Medical Doctors in a Psychiatric Training Program. A therapist must ask the correct questions and accurately asssess the client's difficulties. Then the work can begin. Experience counts."
"Experience counts. I have over 30 years experience in a variety of theories. For 20 years I have taught psychotherapy to Medical Doctors in a Psychiatric Training Program. A therapist must ask the correct questions and accurately asssess the client's difficulties. Then the work can begin. Experience counts."
"I am a sex therapist with a passion for sexual health and empowerment. I believe that sexuality is an integral part of our overall health, and I am inspired every day by the courage and tenacity of my patients in recognizing their sexual needs. If you are struggling to repair your relationship after an affair, are in a sexless or high-conflict relationship, or have lost your sexuality to cancer or medical issues I am here to support you and your partner. If you are seeking support in exploring more authentic gender and sexuality expression, I'm delighted to help."
"I am a sex therapist with a passion for sexual health and empowerment. I believe that sexuality is an integral part of our overall health, and I am inspired every day by the courage and tenacity of my patients in recognizing their sexual needs. If you are struggling to repair your relationship after an affair, are in a sexless or high-conflict relationship, or have lost your sexuality to cancer or medical issues I am here to support you and your partner. If you are seeking support in exploring more authentic gender and sexuality expression, I'm delighted to help."
"I am privileged to meet with adult individuals and couples who have been impacted by less-than-nurturing environments/relationships leading to challenges in relating to self and others."
"I am privileged to meet with adult individuals and couples who have been impacted by less-than-nurturing environments/relationships leading to challenges in relating to self and others."
"My approach in therapy is to respect each individual as a whole person. I believe each person knows himself or herself best. Rather than just treating the symptom(s), I attempt to get to know the person well enough to guide them into insights of the CAUSES of their problems. My ultimate goal is to help each individual achieve the healthiest level of well-being and highest developmental level of functioning. Whenever appropriate, I work with multiple members of the same family in order to strengthen the family and/or marriage."
"My approach in therapy is to respect each individual as a whole person. I believe each person knows himself or herself best. Rather than just treating the symptom(s), I attempt to get to know the person well enough to guide them into insights of the CAUSES of their problems. My ultimate goal is to help each individual achieve the healthiest level of well-being and highest developmental level of functioning. Whenever appropriate, I work with multiple members of the same family in order to strengthen the family and/or marriage."
"With over 20 years of experience in the field of psychology, I have developed a diverse skill set particularly suited for helping to address problems germane to mental and behavioral well-being. I received my education, training, and work experience at various institutions, behavioral health agencies, and community based programs in economically disadvantaged as well as and high-income areas across the United States. This has resulted in the acquisition of unique attributes which afford me the ability to work with children, adolescents, and adults from divergent socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds on a variety of issues."
"With over 20 years of experience in the field of psychology, I have developed a diverse skill set particularly suited for helping to address problems germane to mental and behavioral well-being. I received my education, training, and work experience at various institutions, behavioral health agencies, and community based programs in economically disadvantaged as well as and high-income areas across the United States. This has resulted in the acquisition of unique attributes which afford me the ability to work with children, adolescents, and adults from divergent socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds on a variety of issues."
"As a mother of 5 children with a Master's degree in Child & Adolescent Developmental Psychology and a Ph.D. in Metaphysics & Transpersonal Counseling, my approach is very holistic. My eclectic approach utilizes the hands-on experience of having had a child with autism (who is now 23 and autistic free!). Behavior is a language - what is it "saying?" is my approach. With this approach, we can help the child and family to heal and deal with the issues differently. My intention is to provide a safe space for healing to begin."
"As a mother of 5 children with a Master's degree in Child & Adolescent Developmental Psychology and a Ph.D. in Metaphysics & Transpersonal Counseling, my approach is very holistic. My eclectic approach utilizes the hands-on experience of having had a child with autism (who is now 23 and autistic free!). Behavior is a language - what is it "saying?" is my approach. With this approach, we can help the child and family to heal and deal with the issues differently. My intention is to provide a safe space for healing to begin."
"I believe in the power of the human spirit to overcome almost any obstacle. I have spent over forty years helping people triumph over the pain and loneliness of depression, anxiety, addictions, trauma, relationship difficulties, and other problems. I work with you to help discover and connect with your authentic self and end the isolation, pain and fear of dealing with your issues alone. I work with individuals, couples and families to develop relational skills and increase the level of intimacy in relationships. I believe in the journey of life everyone has a path, and no one should walk alone."
"I believe in the power of the human spirit to overcome almost any obstacle. I have spent over forty years helping people triumph over the pain and loneliness of depression, anxiety, addictions, trauma, relationship difficulties, and other problems. I work with you to help discover and connect with your authentic self and end the isolation, pain and fear of dealing with your issues alone. I work with individuals, couples and families to develop relational skills and increase the level of intimacy in relationships. I believe in the journey of life everyone has a path, and no one should walk alone."
"I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist that provides psychological services for ages 5 through older adults. I work to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where we can explore underlying reasons for psychological distress and unwanted symptoms. I utilize a model that both provides specific skills to alleviate symptoms of distress and identifies patterns that are maintaining unwanted symptoms. We will work together to come up with a treatment plan that best fits your needs and work towards accomplishing your goals for a more fulfilling and meaningful life."
"I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist that provides psychological services for ages 5 through older adults. I work to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where we can explore underlying reasons for psychological distress and unwanted symptoms. I utilize a model that both provides specific skills to alleviate symptoms of distress and identifies patterns that are maintaining unwanted symptoms. We will work together to come up with a treatment plan that best fits your needs and work towards accomplishing your goals for a more fulfilling and meaningful life."
"Do you feel you feel you are struggling to understand how to deal with stress in your life? Are you no longer feeling you have the resources to adapt and stay in control? I will help you look at what happened so you can develop a life that is more satisfying. Whether relationship problems, anxiety, grief, or overcoming resentment and difficult issues from the past, you don't have to face it alone."
"Do you feel you feel you are struggling to understand how to deal with stress in your life? Are you no longer feeling you have the resources to adapt and stay in control? I will help you look at what happened so you can develop a life that is more satisfying. Whether relationship problems, anxiety, grief, or overcoming resentment and difficult issues from the past, you don't have to face it alone."
"Therapy is a collaborative relationship based process of self-discovery and journey towards understanding how we relate with others and to the world around us. I meet my clients where they are in life and connect to them via their experiences and beliefs; to assist in making changes and help them to live the best life they can. Each client is treated according to their unique needs and experiences. I seek to create safe accepting environment within which individuals can explore their thoughts, emotions, experiences, and perceptions. This is the path towards personal growth, finding meaning and purpose in life, healthy relationships and overall wellbeing."
"Therapy is a collaborative relationship based process of self-discovery and journey towards understanding how we relate with others and to the world around us. I meet my clients where they are in life and connect to them via their experiences and beliefs; to assist in making changes and help them to live the best life they can. Each client is treated according to their unique needs and experiences. I seek to create safe accepting environment within which individuals can explore their thoughts, emotions, experiences, and perceptions. This is the path towards personal growth, finding meaning and purpose in life, healthy relationships and overall wellbeing."
"My job is to put myself out of a job. I enjoy helping guide people to different levels of consciousness or awareness about themselves, their environment and to others around them. This awareness enables people to realize their own potential of their conscious abilities and the power of thought/ perspective. I like to keep my practice small and informal for comfort reasons. Going to therapy can feel vulnerable and being vulnerable can be uncomfortable, so comfort is important."
"My job is to put myself out of a job. I enjoy helping guide people to different levels of consciousness or awareness about themselves, their environment and to others around them. This awareness enables people to realize their own potential of their conscious abilities and the power of thought/ perspective. I like to keep my practice small and informal for comfort reasons. Going to therapy can feel vulnerable and being vulnerable can be uncomfortable, so comfort is important."
"As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.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.If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, if you're ready to move in a new direction in your life, or if you are searching for peace or mind, I look forward to working with you to help you achieve your goals."
"As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.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.If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, if you're ready to move in a new direction in your life, or if you are searching for peace or mind, I look forward to working with you to help you achieve your goals."
"It is NEVER TOO LATE...Whatever has happened, where ever you are right now, there is always a chance for hope and healing. I am uniquely skilled and specialize in working with individuals and/or couples struggling with sex addiction, pornography addiction, infidelity or emotional affairs; as well as the resulting heartbreaking fall-out personally and within a relationship. With 16 years of experience in professional counseling, I understand the process of trauma, recovery and restoration that is uniquely associated with sex addiction, broken lives and broken marriages. More information can be found on my website: crossedheartscounseling.com."
"It is NEVER TOO LATE...Whatever has happened, where ever you are right now, there is always a chance for hope and healing. I am uniquely skilled and specialize in working with individuals and/or couples struggling with sex addiction, pornography addiction, infidelity or emotional affairs; as well as the resulting heartbreaking fall-out personally and within a relationship. With 16 years of experience in professional counseling, I understand the process of trauma, recovery and restoration that is uniquely associated with sex addiction, broken lives and broken marriages. More information can be found on my website: crossedheartscounseling.com."
"I am a clinical psychologist with 15+ experiences working with anxiety, depression, PTSD, infertility, chronic pain, grief and relationship issues. I have been trained in many different modalities (Mindfulness, Meditation, EMDR, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, hypnotherapy, biofeedback, Somatic experiencing). My clients include people from a variety of economic, religious, and ethnic backgrounds. I have extensive experience working with readjustment issues for veterans and their families."
"I am a clinical psychologist with 15+ experiences working with anxiety, depression, PTSD, infertility, chronic pain, grief and relationship issues. I have been trained in many different modalities (Mindfulness, Meditation, EMDR, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, hypnotherapy, biofeedback, Somatic experiencing). My clients include people from a variety of economic, religious, and ethnic backgrounds. I have extensive experience working with readjustment issues for veterans and their families."
"Everyone deserves a life worth living, and I accomplish that by helping my clients thrive and not just heal from the impact of trauma and abuse. Trauma comes in many forms and at various stages in life and often leads to anxiety, relationship difficulties, substance abuse, eating disorders, self-harm, self-sabotaging behaviors and numerous health problems. I use practical techniques in therapy that work to help you clear the trauma from your mind, reclaim your personal power and develop effective coping skills. I am passionate about what I do and would love to work with you."
"Everyone deserves a life worth living, and I accomplish that by helping my clients thrive and not just heal from the impact of trauma and abuse. Trauma comes in many forms and at various stages in life and often leads to anxiety, relationship difficulties, substance abuse, eating disorders, self-harm, self-sabotaging behaviors and numerous health problems. I use practical techniques in therapy that work to help you clear the trauma from your mind, reclaim your personal power and develop effective coping skills. I am passionate about what I do and would love to work with you."
"My focus is to provide treatment to individuals who are motivated to make changes. I work with children, adolescents and adults individually. I specialize in treating social skill difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief, communication skills, and adoption issues. I use ACT, DBT and mindfulness skills training to empower individuals. Please contact me and we can discuss how I can be helpful in your treatment."
"My focus is to provide treatment to individuals who are motivated to make changes. I work with children, adolescents and adults individually. I specialize in treating social skill difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief, communication skills, and adoption issues. I use ACT, DBT and mindfulness skills training to empower individuals. Please contact me and we can discuss how I can be helpful in your treatment."
"MAXIMIZE YOUR POTENTIAL!! Transform life challenges into growth opportunities!! Uplift, inspire and heal a lifetime of conditioned responses. Cope with stress in new and fulfilling ways. Based in Ancient Wisdom, PRESENCE PRACTICE transforms the most difficult situations. Build Self-Awareness and create the framework for a rich and rewarding future. The natural gift of inner clarity is revealed through eliminating obsessive thinking. BEGIN IT NOW!!"
"MAXIMIZE YOUR POTENTIAL!! Transform life challenges into growth opportunities!! Uplift, inspire and heal a lifetime of conditioned responses. Cope with stress in new and fulfilling ways. Based in Ancient Wisdom, PRESENCE PRACTICE transforms the most difficult situations. Build Self-Awareness and create the framework for a rich and rewarding future. The natural gift of inner clarity is revealed through eliminating obsessive thinking. BEGIN IT NOW!!"
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