Therapists in Hockessin, DE

I offer traditional talk therapy as well as EMDR therapy, both virtually and in person. I enjoy working with people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, and believe everyone is on an individual path. There is no one size fits all treatment or set of goals. Together, you and I will identify what you would like to see different in your life and how to help you feel better. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and am psychodynamically oriented in my work.

I greatly enjoy working with adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, postpartum anxiety/depression, mood disorders, self-esteem, and body image issues. My styIe is to really get to know a client and understand their perspective to help them achieve their goals. I fully recognize that everyone's journey is different, and I value that greatly in my work with clients and seek to provide a personalized experience in therapy.

As Therapist and Life Coach, I am integrally connected to the burgeoning Science of Positive Psychology, which is the scientific study of what enables people and communities to thrive. My approach emphasizes the uniqueness and potential of each individual. I dwell in the possibility for positive change. I am committed to the use of tools which make it possible for you to recognize, appreciate and utilize your signature character strengths (you at your best) to assist you with any perceived problems, limitations and areas of healing, thereby opening the door for you to set your intention toward the realm of your possibility.

I enjoy working with children and families to address their unique circumstances and challenges. I work with children of all ages, from early childhood through adolescence. I enjoy supporting parents as they manage the ups and downs of parenting children of all ages. I work from a stregnths-based perspective and believe that client motivation to participate actively in therapy is a great indicator of success. I utilize evidence-based treatments including cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy to treat anxiety, depression, stress, and challenging behavior.

I feel comfortable bringing my own life experiences into the counseling relationship. This helps me relate to my clients and connect genuinely. I do not see myself as an expert but as an objective helper who can reflect on what the client is going through, provide validation and understanding and then gently challenge clients to change patterns and make changes for progress. I enjoy being a partner with my clients to come up with strategies to manage the challenges they face. We all need a place to feel safe, listened to, and seen. I provide that space for clients and their families.

I have a PhD in Psychology. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker trained in a variety of treatment modalities to provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to young adults, adults, couples and families. My practice addresses issues of depression, anxiety, addiction, stress, trauma, self-esteem, relationships, life transitions, compulsive disorders and grief. I help people who have problems with addictive behaviors. Working with family members who are affected by the addiction of a loved one is part of my mental health practice.

My private assessment practice, Hope Assessments, was designed to provide psychological, psychoeducational, and school-based neuropsychological evaluations. I am able to provide these services either in office, in the client's home, or in some cases, remotely. I am also a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, and Diplomate of the American Board of School Neuropsychology, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

My approach to therapy is first to fully understand your difficulties and then work with you to find the best ways to make changes that promote growth and personal fulfillment. I believe that it is crucial for you to feel that therapy is a safe space where together we can explore, examine, and be curious about your experiences and your relationships with other people. In my years of practicing, I have found that many distressing symptoms (such as anxiety and depression) often disappear when people have the opportunity to look closely at their relationships with others.

Michelle is a skilled facilitator in her work with dysfunctional family dynamics. She supports individuals, couples, children, and adolescents facing struggles that hinder them from long-lasting healing. Her approach is holistic. She examines the social, physical, mental, emotional, sexual, and spiritual well being of each individual. Her integrated treatment features reliable scientific theory coupled with sound theology.

As a body-centered practitioner, I bring a holistic, mindful approach- somatic, experiential and collaborative. My aim is helping you access wisdom and resources already existing in your body, heart, mind; blending them with new information and experience for a new way forward. Through various modalities, I'll help you deepen self-awareness; explore, study, discover, choose, embody and express yourself more genuinely and fully. Whether struggling with habitual thought/behavior patterns, chronic mood states or health concerns leaving you feeling confused, frustrated, or alone, I'll help you meet and transform these challenges into new possibilities for experiencing life in more satisfying, nourishing ways.

You may be here because you are struggling with feeling like your mental health concerns are controlling your life. Or that your grief from losing a loved one or many loved ones has become too much to bear. Maybe you and your partner have reached a level of conflict that is too painful for both of you. My goal is to listen with an open heart and mind and to be your guide as you move through the healing process. I believe that each person has the capacity to heal themselves, and with a therapist walking alongside you, that healing can be both powerful and long-lasting.

Welcome to Imagine Wellness Counseling Services! Have you been experiencing feelings of stress, anxiety, or uncertainty and you're not sure why? If you haven't quite felt like yourself lately, or you're concerned about the future, know that you are not alone and support is only a phone call away. Achieving wellness takes time. Together, we can create the vision and imagine life at its fullest potential! Remember, “A healthy outside starts from the inside” - Robert Urich ...Congratulations for taking the first step!

In my practice, I look to build a strong and trusting rapport with clients. We are then able to work together on identifying potential sources of life stressors as well as strengths. In exploring these areas, clients are able to identify and modify previous patterns of behavior in order to achieve their full potential personally, academically, and/or vocationally.

I welcome clients who are grappling with grief, life transitions, identity explorations, and issues of meaning and purpose. Much of my experience has been assisting students with the adjustment into and out of college and graduate school. I also have experience working with people who are navigating the challenges of mid-life and/or transitions into older adulthood. A particular interest of mine is the adjustment to parenthood. I aim to help clients face both the losses and opportunities that transitions hold, in order to deepen their ability to be fully present to their life. My goal is to help build resilience and joy.

Accepting New Clients via Telehealth. I have always had a passion for helping people find their voice and their inner strengths. My approach to therapy looks at the whole person in regards to their physical, cognitive, emotional and spiritual selves. I practice a strengths- based and mindfulness approach with a focus on meeting the client where they are in the moment. I see a wide range of clients from all walks of life, experiences and age.

Transitions4Life,LLC is a telehealth and mobile therapy private practice. This unique life coaching practice, with husband and wife Mr. Walter Homsey and Lakeeya Homsey, offers support for working professionals. At Transitions4life, LLC, we specialize in conducting individual (21+) and couples teletherapy and/or coaching sessions with clients who are experiencing varied mental health and life transition concerns. We also assist those who are clinical professionals or work in high stress careers to better manage their life stressors, promote self care, and reduce the effects of burnout.