Life Coaching Therapists in Stockton, CA

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's degree in Social Work from Tulane University School of Social Work. I completed my Bachelor’s degree with a double major in Sociology and Political Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara. I have over 17 years of clinical therapy and social work experience. I began my career serving as a clinical therapist for children, teens, and young adults and transitioned to providing HIV/AIDS counseling and support.

Hi there, I'm Brittney, I am licensed in California with nine years of therapy experience. I have experience helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma, and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I bring a unique approach as I embrace the Afrocentric perspective and can provide culturally sensitive therapy to minorities through education from an HBCU and my being a minority from the inner city. I have experience with adults from 18-85 from different ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. I am here to de-stigmatize mental health and have a therapist!

I am comfortable working with people of every age, from school children to elders, from diverse social, economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. Most of the clients I see on a regular basis are working to better handle depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, or family and relationship problems. While I naturally gravitate toward Cognitive Behavior Therapy, I have an understanding of, and am comfortable using several different clinical and therapeutic modalities to match the clients needs. Let's work together to resolve areas of your life that are holding you back from being the best possible version of yourself you can be.

I am a Marriage & Family Therapist practicing since 1995. My specialty is Personal Growth for all life stages & all the issues surrounding Midlife & beyond including, but not limited to, sense of loss, changes in relationships, shifts in values and fear of aging. These mid- life stages are often accompanied by varying degrees of low self-esteem, loneliness, increased stress, anger, anxiety & depression. Is it possible to come home to ourselves at these stages to an inner space, a true refuge, in which we welcome change & whatever is occurring rather than struggle to change it?

Taking the first step in creating change in your life takes strength, and that is what you are doing today. I will meet you where you are at with a compassionate, sensitive, and non-judgmental approach. I specialize in trauma work and Brainspotting to help heal the deep wounds that limit your life . Through solution-focused collaboration, we will create a plan that supports your goals, values, and vision, to guide you in your quest for meaning and healing.

Everyone needs a safe and nonjudgmental place where they feel comfortable sharing their unique life story. Many times we stay in negative situations, because of our past, or we are afraid of taking a risk into the unknown. This is due to creating thoughts that prevent us from living the life we want. Being able to identify our thoughts can lead us to make better choices, feeling more empower leading to self-esteem development and improvement. I can be a tool to help you identify your thoughts as well as your emotions in order to make positive life decisions in a safe and confidential environment.

The therapeutic relationship, ie…how you connect with your therapist, is the most essential element to the success of the therapy you are seeking. I strive to ensure that the relationship between myself and my clients consists of respect for where you are at when you begin your therapy as well a guarantee that the focus will always be on you and whatever needs you have at the moment.

Are you currently searching for a sense of meaning and purpose in your life ? Do you find yourself in an existential/spiritual emergency? Are you exploring your personal identity, expression, or sexuality? I help people of all ages increase self-awareness and decrease symptomology by bringing unconscious material into conscious awareness. Mental health concerns eventually arise because deep in our mind/body/soul we yearn for authenticity/individuation. Together we can explore which aspects of ourselves that no longer serve us to let go, in order to make space for something new to enter.

Trained in EMDR and BSP. I specialize in working with people of color and all others who need support. I also come from a Christian perspective, although I am open to working with people from all backgrounds. I have been formerly trained in trauma-informed practices and I am a Certified WRAP Facilitator. I sincerely care about helping people overcome their tragedies and I whole-heartedly support recovery from trauma, addictions, and life experiences that could potentially provide setbacks. I believe the saying, "A setback is a setup for a comeback!"

Does your partner piss you off frequently? Do you feel alone in your relationship? Are you struggling with caring about yourself? Do you need an extra glass of wine to help you unwind? What about the teenagers in your life ? Tired of them too? The most powerful relationship in our lives is the one with ourselves. When we grow distant and alone from within, the world begins to reflect our inner experiences. Our normal way of coping stops working so we seek help. Working with me allows you the freedom and flexibility to change your relationship with yourself so you can better handle life around you. There is hope. I promise.

I'm a social worker who has a passion for helping clients develop a better understanding of themselves and their lives. I believe in meeting you where you are and working together to determine your goals. I will use a client centered approach to work with you in order to set the goals you want to work on during treatment. I have experience working with individuals and groups, from children to seniors.

If you feel the stress of personal relationships, the stress of work, and even the stress bottled up from life circumstances over the years, we may be able to help. When challenging experiences push us away from our path, and from living up to the potential we know we have, an attentive and responsive therapeutic environment for positive healthy change may help. Our office is a safe, private, and confidential space to tell your story and define your journey. We offer support to help you sort through worries, stress, negative feelings, and the internal tensions holding you back from developing a fresh and clear journey for your life .

You are here because you want to be better. You want your relationship(s) to be better. You want your lifestyle habits to be better. You want to be a better partner/parent/child/employee/human being. You know that this can't be "it" and that you are capable of more, of something better. I promise, you can be better. You can find a greater sense of peace. You can reduce or eliminate much of your anxiety or depression. You can have better relationships. You can move through the hurt, pain, and challenges and be a better version of yourself. I would like to be able to help you.

Life challenges or stresses can affect a person in many ways such as; depression, anxiety, trauma, illness, or strained relationships. If your struggling in you're relationship, adjusting to divorce or a loss of a loved one, stressed from raising a difficult child, trying to embrace a blended family or just trying to survive in these tough economic times, perhaps I can help. My many years of working with a variety of mental health issues and concerns that affect one's life , family and relationships have given me a great deal of experience and respect for those who seek help.

IN-PERSON AND WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE! As individuals, regardless of our age or background, we have the ability within ourselves to alter the way we think, feel, and behave in order to meet our needs and solve our unique problems. We define ourselves by the way we perceive ourselves and the beliefs we value, thus, making us the best experts on ourselves. With the right tools and skills, individuals have a remarkable capacity for self-healing and personal growth leading towards self-actualization.

Welcome to Sound Mind Christian Counseling & Consulting, LLC. As a Pastoral Counselor, I provide Christian counseling and mental health coaching to individuals and families who are going through challenging times. Life can be hard, but you do not have to go through life alone. I would love to join you on your journey to provide you with support as you regain the victory in your life . Life 's challenges can lead to stress, discouragement, disappointment, depression, anxiety, and a variety of unpleasant emotions, but there is hope!

When I say, “Have you considered seeing a therapist?” I’m not saying, “You’re so messed up only a professional can help you.” What I’m saying is: Have you considered that you’re worthy of an unbiased, safe, and productive opportunity to process your experiences? Megane Shook - As a therapist, I work with you to help you identify your needs and empower you to make positive changes in your life to meet them. I understand that making the decision to seek help can be difficult, so I use an approach that is compassionate, direct, and non-judgmental to help create an environment where you feel supported in your journey.