Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Saline County, NE

My clinical area of interest and training is in behavioral pediatric counseling and cognitive behavioral therapy. I use my training to promote positive mental and behavioral health to children and their families. I use skills from a treatment approach called Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) to teach caregivers positive parenting and relationship-enhancing skills. PCIT teaches behavior management strategies to manage disruptive behavior, aggression, and promote adhering to instructions and family home rules.

I've spent most of the last decade working with children of all ages and their parents tackling concerns and frustrations related to Autism Spectrum Disorder, Reactive Attachment Disorder, ADHD, depression and anxiety symptoms. I enjoy helping families better understand each other through increased communication, clear agreements, and understanding each other's love languages and learning styles.

My mission is to interactively provide individuals, couples and families the tools to rebuild, restore and regain control of their lives, exploring underlying issues related to cognitive and dialectical reframing, addiction & trauma related issues. I am also trained in (PCIT) Parent Child Interactive Therapy- A short-term program, specialized behavior management program designed for young children experiencing behavioral and or emotional difficulties. I am also trained in (EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitization, Adoption Competency and Addiction/Sex Offender Treatment.

My passion is to help each individual I work with meet their personal goals. I believe by exploring our past we can find self compassion and understanding while making steps to improving the future. I have experience working with clients from a variety of backgrounds and upbringings. I am non-judgmental and strength based.

Every person wants happiness and contentment, but we also face challenges that leaves us confused, or even stuck. I realize it may not always be easy coming to a therapist, but personal growth, empowerment, and feeling whole are wonderful gifts to yourself. My hope is to foster trust by providing a safe environment to make sense of thoughts, feelings and pain. I love what I do and feel honored to gain your trust and hear about life, joys, and struggles.

Relationships are vital to becoming a whole person, including your relationship with yourself. But quality relationships don't happen by accident. Real love is built the old fashioned way - through hard work. Whether you're struggling with how you view and treat yourself or struggling with others, therapy is a wise investment and can help you learn to manage the very best of who you are. This involves developing a skill set that will enable you to learn how powerful you really are in forming lasting connections with others and take an honest look at the barriers to those connections.

If you are looking for a professional partner to help you with something in your life, you've come to the right place. Life can be a challenge; it's time for you to grow emotionally and strengthen your psychological skillset. I've been helping clients for nearly 25 years and I use my professional experience to collaborate with you so that together, we can find ways to make even small changes possible. I focus on evidence based treatments; meaning we actually measure your symptoms over time and ensure that things are improving. It's not easy but worth it!

Hi, I'm Erika Ashby! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with experience providing individual, couple, & family therapy in English and Spanish. I also have training in Medical Family Therapy. I am a native of California and moved to Lincoln, Nebraska in 2011 to attend graduate school at UNL. My husband and I have 4 children, and we have enjoyed raising our children in the Midwest! My approach to therapy incorporates not only the emotional and mental components of health traditionally focused on in therapy, but also the physical, social and spiritual components of our health and how they intersect and impact our overall wellbeing.

" A medical diagnosis can be a terrifying time for you and your family, it can feel as if life is lost or has been stolen. Therapy allows individuals and their families make the transition from a medical diagnosis to living life again." I Am CURRENTLY OFFERING TELEHEALTH. PLEASE CALL 402-420-2650

Talking about mental health can be a sensitive topic, but my goal is to provide a safe non-judgmental space where you can explore and prioritize yourself and your mental well-being at your pace. I am dedicated to supporting individuals who have experienced trauma and helping them heal and thrive. My commitment extends to collaborating with children (2-12), adolescents (13-18), and families to cultivate positive transformations, genuine happiness, and stronger, healthier relationships. Additionally, I devote my time to Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), where I aim to improve and create secure connections and environment.

I am a licensed counselor specializing in life transitions, grief, depression, anxiety, co-dependency and trauma. I work with people experiencing a variety of symptoms and difficulties in their daily lives and relationships. Many of my clients tell me that I am easy to talk to and they are often surprised and relieved by my nonjudgmental approach. If you choose to work with me, we will explore what influences your past experiences might be having on your current difficulties. We will explore how your nervous system is responding to the world around you and we will work toward your goals of improved functioning.

Life often has many "waves" which can be difficult to surf through. You may experience feelings of being hopeless and alone to face your challenges. Larimar Emotional Wellness and Recovery is here to help you explore those challenges, face them with support and encouragement along the way.

Do you believe that you or your child may have ADHD, Autism, or a mental health disorder? Are you concerned that your child's behavior at home or school may be a bigger problem than the usual stubbornness? Did your previously A student go off to college and now your fear that they might fail out? Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling to keep up at home or work, and you think more may be going than just the usual adult stress? These are great reasons to seek out a psychological evaluation to get an accurate diagnosis. Together, we will figure out what is going on and put together a plan that works!