All of us, at some point in our lives, are going to experience a significant emotional struggle. Whether individual or relational, we all encounter sometimes brief, sometimes longer, periods where our struggle may begin to feel overwhelming. My practice is founded on treating clients with a comprehensive psychosocial approach. Most individuals realize medication can temporarily retard the progress of symptoms through symptom reduction. Alone, medication cannot resolve the personal issues associated with long term increases in quality of life. I believe my best professional strengths are an abiding respect for the individual coming into my office, and a reliable resource to explore, educate and inform persons about critical life issues.

Each of us struggles with something. Some of us struggle with worry and obsessive thinking, others with moodiness or depression, some with hurtful relationships or a painful past, and still others with a serious illness or the death of a loved one. The good news is there is hope. Let me show you how to get relief from your symptoms and freedom from your pain so you can experience greater contentment and joy. I am a kind, non-judgmental listener who truly wants the best for you. Weekend appointments are available.

“You either walk inside your story and own it, or you stand outside and hustle for your worthiness.” (B.Brown) Often times, it can feel like you're not the author of "your story." If you're experiencing negative emotions such as shame, anger, bitterness, self-doubt, resentment, or disappointment, you may feel stuck. Having a safe environment in which you can feel accepted and can explore why you're feeling stuck can help you find the solutions you need to move forward. As a result, you can create the story of your life, the way you want it to be. i you're struggling in any of these areas, I'd love to help you find your worthiness.

I am so honored that you stopped to view my profile. Whether you have had therapy in the past or never made the time to do so, I believe seeking services at this time in your life is a step in the right direction. I have used evidence based therapeutic interventions to help children, adults, couples and families to make positive changes in their lives. Fundamentally, my approach is client centered, solution focused and strengths based. My hope is that you would be empowered to identify and make changes necessary to meet your idea of successful functioning in every area of your life.

I believe in bringing hope and perspective to people's lives. I have a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and almost 20 years experience helping individuals, parents and families become more successful in their lives and relationships. One of my passions is assisting parents with fostering growth and joy-filled relationships in their homes. I enjoy providing therapy to individuals of all ages - assisting them with removing barriers to success and providing tools to help them succeed in everyday life. I currently offer teletherapy services and faith based services on request.

Do your problems appear so big that you can't seem to find a way through them? Some of our problems can also be due to the fact that we don't have the skills necessary to address them. Knowing how to manage stress, especially in relationships, can be key to creating the change that we need. If you feel you or your family is in this situation, I can help you, your child, or your family navigate a way to freedom.

We are here for you, and taking that first step towards the help that you need is key to your recovery and restoration. Human beings go through various seasons of their lives, adversely impacting your mental health as an individual person or family. Whatever the struggle you could be going through, there is a solution at the end, and it's always wise to seek counseling during those moments when you need to consult an experienced guide in order to make the necessary changes back to normal life as much as possible.

"Bring me your suffering./The rattle and roar of broken bones./Bring me the riot in your heart./Angry, wild and raw./Bring it all./I am not afraid of the dark," (Hollow, as cited by Kleinman, 2017). I am devoted to helping people find wholeness, because it is a journey I have had to take myself. I passionately provide premarital counseling, couples counseling, counseling for Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), as well as for women who have had traumatic birth experiences.

Everyone wants to feel like they are in control of their thoughts, feelings, and actions. But not everyone does. Do you ever feel so tired you didn't want to get out of bed? Keep forgetting things like your keys, lose your train of thought, or can't seem to focus at work or school? Some days it's so bad you don't recognize yourself in the mirror or in pictures. Hopelessness becomes your daily go to feeling. You either want to sleep all day or eat everything in your home. Then comes feeling like a failure and the desire to just give up and run away. Everyone deserves to live in a way that makes even the little things, feel exciting.

Anne Cunningham, LCSW has nearly 30 years of clinical experience in her career. The bulk of her career has been spent working with children, adults and families regarding various traumas, DHS placements, school disruptions and behaviors, parenting, as well as depression, and anxiety. She has worked in agencies and schools, and has managed teams of clinicians as well as a domestic violence shelter.

Life is very stressful right now, the COVID-19 crisis has made it worse. You are experiencing the pain of anxiety, and depression, and the uncertainty of life. Know this, your life is important, it always is. Your mental health is also important, now more than ever. I can help you manage the negative emotions you are experiencing. I help clients find solutions to anxiety, anger, depression, life's failures, relationship and marriage problems, and a stressed life. I also work with clients who experience spiritual conflict and religious abuse. TELEHEALTH SERVICE IS AVAILABLE, ALSO WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS FOR SELF- PAY CLIENTS.

**NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME** I offer compassionate treatment to empower individuals, couples, and families to manage stress, make good decisions, and take control of their lives. While I welcome all clients, my background includes the fields of disability, especially deafness, and military stresses. Ten years as a military spouse have given me insight into the complexities involved in coping with deployments, loneliness, depression, anxiety, re-integration, and PTSD. My work with disabilities helps me understand the challenges faced by people struggling with environmental and interpersonal barriers.

There is always hope. Why we feel the way we do, how we seem to always get stuck or how we can't seem to navigate through challenging life events are questions that, with help, we can answer. When life presents these concerns, we're often left experiencing feelings and thoughts we can no longer manage on our own, and we may also feel disconnected from ourselves, others and our world. Working together, we can understand how your thoughts and past experiences influence the way you perceive and interact with the world around you, today.

I am here to help clients experiencing stress or anxiety and depression due to numerous difficulties that can impact daily living. It takes courage to take positive steps toward change and the life you desire, but counseling can be an empowering experience when one is ready and willing to be seen and understood. It is then that we are able to address concerns or habits that can cause distress and create barriers. My passion is in walking alongside someone through whatever obstacles they might be trying to overcome, any battles they are fighting, and any challenges they are facing.

Relationships are everything! Are you and your partner having relationship problems? Are you having problems relating with your children? Are you experiencing difficulty managing your relationship with your feelings, your past, or other life experiences? My passion is helping you improve your relationships and move toward life positive goals.

Are you struggling to sleep at night because you cannot calm your racing brain? Has a past traumatic experience kept you from reaching your full potential? Sometimes life can surprise us and leave us feeling unworthy, anxious, or afraid. Shame is often broken once it is spoken and partnering with an individual to help you identify your negative beliefs can help bring a sense of relief and purpose.

The 3 major goals I help my clients work towards in therapy are healing, recovery, and change. I believe we are capable to heal, recover, and change, regardless of how deep we hurt. I'll walk with you on your individual journey, and help you develop positive coping skills to deal with life stressors. I'll coach you to replace negative thought patterns with positive thought process, so you can reclaim your peace emotionally and relationally. I also provide therapy for counselors - a safe place where therapists process their own feelings about relationships, marriage, parenting, school, finances, work, etc., so they can thrive.

I believe that every individual is capable of cultivating change through commitment, effort, and vulnerability. During the therapeutic process I empower clients to use their existing strengths. My specialty areas include the following: marital/couples, men's issues, adjustment disorders, ODD/ADHD, anxiety spectrum, substance abuse/addictions, trauma, depressive disorders, and grief/loss.

I love what I do.... I am grateful to have lived and worked with my wife these past 35 years. Together we have built a practice based on mutual respect and integrity. So it is no surprise, this is how we encourage individuals and couples to treat others in their life. I work with adolescents and adults, individuals and couples to heal hurts or find answers to confusing situations. Although we are very different in our approach, between us, my wife and I work with a wide variety of concerns. If you give us a call, I believe you will be pleased.

My counseling approach accepts the whole person and their broad experience, taking this into account to help clients to see and understand their pain, strengths, root causes, and remedies in order to move toward a full sense of healing. I believe that this full sense of healing cannot be had without a strong and healthy sense of purpose, hope, identity, and worth. “Why is this happening?” and “What can I do about this?”are common questions that come with many struggles. This is often true when the struggle is individual, circumstantial, or involves relationships with others.