Therapists in Indianapolis, IN

I'm so happy that you reached out for help. I am David Kolker, a licensed therapist. You can read more about my background, education, experience, and therapy approach by clicking on qualifications on this page. Rest assured that I am atypical and truly seek to work with you from an authentic perspective. My goal is to work "with" you and get to know you as we seek solutions to issues

Navigating daily life when impacted by the effects of trauma can be difficult. What may feel like a minor situation or annoyance to others may trigger extreme reactions that are difficult to understand. Trauma reactions may arise at unexpected times, create unintended negative consequences, and leave you feeling confused, embarrassed, angry, and depressed. Working through the impacts of trauma can be overwhelming and intimidating. Finding a clinical psychologist with specialization in working with trauma is critical. For over 15 years, I have worked specifically with trauma related disorders.

Do you struggle with feeling overwhelmed, stressed and unfulfilled in your life? Do you fluctuate between feelings of isolation, worry and guilt as you spend time and energy caring for everyone except yourself. Have you “lost yourself” in the daily tasks of work, family and caregiving? Now more than ever, busy professional women come into our office feeling like they are hanging on for dear life. I believe that it shouldn’t be so hard to live a rich and full life. I love helping my clients know that there is hope and together we can find answers to the questions that are causing you so much stress.

Children, teens, and young adults are resilient and, often, they also need help working through hard things in their lives to thrive.

First, I want to commend you on the brave thing you have done simply by searching here. You have reached out for help. This is an incredible source of strength that I am already proud of you for. My favorite people to work with are those who know that they are not currently living their truest and most beautiful life and are tired of it. They want to understand why and how to get there. I hope that in my office you will find growth and healing as we work together to help you identify areas in which you need support, can break unhealthy patterns, and learn important tools to make your life and relationships more fulfilling.

Are you and your partner in conflict about sex? Maybe you disagree about how much sex is "enough;" maybe you are feeling rejected or misunderstood by your partner. And now that you have fought about the topic, which is a vulnerable one, solving the problem feels all the more tender and insurmountable. Many life changes can impact our sex lives, and partners can struggle to navigate these changes when they impact our sense of connection, intimacy, and validation. Engaging in sex therapy with your partner can help.

Difficult life events or trauma may have shaped your past, but you have the power to define your future. Let’s rewrite your story together, focusing on your innate strengths and building your capacity to create a fulfilling life. I believe growth is taking small, healthy steps towards your full potential. I work with clients to collaboratively develop a plan that addresses your needs, incorporates your strengths, and alleviates your symptoms in the most timely way possible.

Relationships are integral to our existence as human beings. We are not islands. Life can be challenging, and events and other life circumstances can leave us feeling vulnerable and alone. A therapist can be a nonjudgmental and empathetic ear with which people can gain self-knowledge, self-confidence, and resilience. When you work with me, you will have a safe space to experience the emotions needed and to identify any deficits and strengths that can help shape your goals. Together, we can help you figure out how to participate and thrive in life despite the things holding you back.

Are you looking for help with child/parenting concerns, relationship issues, and/or unhealthy patterns, including addictions? You don’t have to face these things alone! My experience and skills are helping children, families, adults and couples to work toward building healthy connections and relationships. My background includes training and practice in child-centered play therapy, early childhood mental health development at Riley Hospital, as well as marriage and family therapy. In addition to my private practice, I have worked extensively with incarcerated youth and women.

Hi there. I'm so happy you found my counseling profile. I have experience with a wide array of issues including depression, anxiety, alcohol and drug issues, PTSD, personality disorders, bipolar and other mood disorders, eating disorders, trauma, and relationship issues. I have an eclectic approach to therapy using different techniques such as motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, positive psychology, psychoeducation, dialectical behavioral therapy, and person-centered therapy.

You’ve listened to the podcasts, bookmarked the articles, read the guides, and scoured the internet for hours; eager to implement their valuable insights into your life. Yet, despite your motivation for change, some of those well-intentioned strategies are falling short or not resonating. If this sounds familiar, rest assured, I'm here to help. My approach is centered around you, meaning I am committed to working collaboratively, developing a plan that helps you thrive and is based on YOUR unique needs via traditional therapy, life coaching, holistic approaches and animal therapy with my adorable therapy dog, Levi (pic below).

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist in Indianapolis, IN. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I also enjoy pre-marital counseling to assist couples in preparing for a long and joyful marriage. I also enjoy working with Senior Citizens to help them navigate through this phase of their lives.

Are you having difficulty feeling overwhelmed by life's stressors, going through significant life changes, feeling internal pressure to be perfect, experiencing burn out and losing the joy you once had in life? The roller coaster of life can be hard, and sometimes we need a little help. Many people struggle with not having the right emotional resources, tools and coping skills to navigate what life throws at them. Or, you might have significant resources and coping skills, but need an unbiased professional for feedback and support. That's where I come in..

I have always had a desire for understanding feelings and behaviors as well as to assist individuals with understanding their own feelings and behaviors. Many clients want to understand why they struggle with certain disorders, or even how they can even begin to move forward.

I've worked with clients impacted by a multitude of struggles and have assisted in their battles against depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma and relationship challenges. Clients with whom I've developed a trusting therapeutic relationship with have varied in age, race, gender, sexuality, religion and culture. Every client is different and every situation is unique and treated as such. You are the expert of your own life and I'm here to work alongside you to navigate it.

My passion is to walk alongside individuals who need support in the places they may feel stuck. I believe that the first step to change is genuine connection while feeling safe, heard, and seen. I am passionate about my clients finding healing and freedom by living in their personal values and embracing their authentic and genuine self.

I work with adults who are looking to deepen their understanding of themselves, heal from past trauma including relationship distress and interpersonal violence, anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, and mood disorders. I also work with couples who are looking to interrupt their negative interaction cycles by working with their emotional experiences, expressing their needs, and increase safety and security in their relationships.

Since 2000, O'Brien Psychological Services has provided psychological evaluations. He currently has two locations (Indianapolis and Kokomo). Dr. O'Brien is particularly interested in psychological evaluations and consultation but, from time to time, he will accept clients for psychotherapy services. His assessment clients have included, but are not limited to, the following: psychiatric hospitals, bariatric surgery patients, international adoption clients, juvenile courts, medical practices, autism treatment centers, other mental health professionals, and various state and federal agencies. I am also very honored and humbled by the many professionals in the field of human services who could have gone anywhere for psychological services but who trusted me to provide assessments and consulting services for their own family members.

Life can bring many challenges and struggles, which can often be difficult to cope with on your own. As a fellow runner, I know the therapeutic benefits of running. Running can bring healing, but sometimes a professional is needed to offer outside perspectives and expertise to help you function at your best. Sometimes life can get in the way of running or running can get in the way of life. Running can be a great time to think about life and contemplate changes, which is why I combine therapy with running or walking. The combination of mental and physical health can approach healing in a non-traditional way to help you succeed.