I understand that people seek therapy for a variety of reasons. You may want to address conflict in a relationship; you may no longer be able to manage or tolerate your symptoms; you may want to find meaning and fulfillment in your life; or you may want to gain a deeper understanding of yourself in the world. Whatever your goal, it helps to have a caring individual who will listen and guide you through this process.

"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning" I specialize in working with adolescent and adult pregnant/postpartum women who experience a wide range of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs). As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Apparent Fitness, LLC, I offer a holistic approach (Mind, Body and Spirit) towards each woman's unique journey into motherhood. With over 15 years of experience working with new mothers and families, I utilize a multi-modal, clinical approach for the treatments of PMADs.

Typically, the usual approach to addiction begins with the premise that something is broken, and needs to be fixed. You will often be given a list of things to do,and a time frame to do it in. I believe that my job is to help you reflect on why you behave and think the way that you do, and coach you to begin the process of making the changes you need to make in your life in order to heal. Change begins with you. It is important to become more solution-focused, and not distracted by worry and anxiety.

My mission is to provide you with a warm, safe, therapeutic environment in which you can reach your personal goals and reach your fullest potential. My strong background in clinical and forensic psychology and over 15 years of experience treating children, adolescents, and adults provide the foundation for our collaborative efforts in overcoming any challenges you may be facing. I practice goal-oriented, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) with a focus on individualized treatment tailored to meet your unique needs. I work in both individual and group modalities in an effort to promote your overall health and wellness.

Wherever you are in your therapy journey, just starting out and have never been or have been in therapy for some time, I am happy to meet and join you toward reaching your goals. One of the most important factors when searching for a therapist is making sure it is a good fit. For me, good fit means feeling accepted and not judged.

Not currently accepting new clients. "The secret of change is to focus all your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new" [Socrates] My approach is to help individuals achieve their goals and overcome any obstacles that may be hindering their ability to live the happiest version of themselves. I believe an important step in this process is developing and maintaining a genuine relationship with the client, as well as providing a warm and safe environment. I also believe in the importance of focusing on an individual's strengths and attributes while identifying goals in order to grow and improve oneself.

Our lives are filled with relationships- from those with our parents and siblings to those with our partners, children, classmates, co-workers and friends. When one of these relationships hits a roadblock, other areas of our lives can also be impacted. My goal as your therapist is to assist you in making adjustments as you navigate and transition into -and sometimes out of- these relationships and roles.

Are you experiencing a personal crisis in your life right now? If you need someone to help you regain your balance and direction in your life, perhaps I can help. Together we can chart a new direction or get you back on track. Call me. Listed below you will find that I have recently been certified in Divorce mediation and that I am working towards sex therapy certification. If either of these areas of concern are of interest to you, please call and ask about how I may help you.

My private practice generalizes in mental health and addictions/codependency treatment for men and women. I specialize in women's mental health concerns associated with childbearing cycles, reproduction, women's mood and addictions disorders. These issues would include pregnancy and postpartum issues, pregnancy loss, abortion issues, infertility, adoption, PMS and menopause. I offer a comfortable, safe place to discuss what is important to you and I have a strong therapeutic background in helping you to improve your coping skills and to help achieve your goals.

I specialize in helping people restore health and balance back to their lives using a strength-based and solution focused approach. It’s my belief that everyone deserves to experience the best version of themselves no matter what conditions they may find themselves in. I’m offering video counseling at this time with a specific focus on assisting men with managing their stress, improving communication with their partners & families, expressing their needs and increasing their range of coping strategies. I also have over ten years of experience working with families and couples that have found themselves in hard times.

"Change your thoughts, and your life will change!" For the past 20 years, I have worked with many couples, individuals, and families who have seen the truth of this statement at work in their own lives. As a solution-focused marriage and family therapist, I can help parents who feel ineffective, the teen who loses control, individuals who feel depressed and alone, and couples who feel they are out of options. Together we will uncover new perspectives and skills to break the repetitive cycles that are keeping you stuck, overwhelmed, or unfulfilled.

First and foremost, my goal is to help you achieve your goals. I treat each person as the individual that they are, with the understanding that we are not fully responsible for all of the difficulties in our lives, but that we can collaborate to help make the challenges you face more manageable. My experience has been primarily with individuals and families, those struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship issues and adjustment. I welcome anyone who is seeking an objective individual, and a safe place to explore their situation and feelings.

I am a bilingual therapist and have 12+ years of experience working with individuals and families in different stages of their lives. My clients come from different cultural backgrounds and I strive to provide a warm, empathetic environment to help them address their challenges and build meaningful, fulfilling lives.

“Hope is important because it can make the present moment less difficult to bear. If we believe that tomorrow will be better, we can bear a hardship today.” – Thich Nhat Hahn. Therapy is a journey we are often reluctant to take. Once we begin that journey, our mind & body become exposed to new thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My goal as a therapist is to assist the client to focus on developing achievable goals, coping strategies, problem solving skills, and alleviating symptoms related to life’s social & emotional challenges. Together we will create a treatment plan which will meet your social & emotional needs.

New Year, Same Problems? Are you experiencing frequent conflict or emotional distance in your relationship or marriage? Or are you struggling to find love online? As a therapist who specializes in romantic relationships, I can help. I do so by relying on research, specifically the Gottman Institute's 40 years of research focused on identifying what all happy & healthy marriages have in common, the typical causes of marital breakdown and the "antidotes" to them. So if you are interested in 1) strengthening an existing relationship or marriage or 2) finding a loving relationship, please reach out for a FREE phone consultation today!

We are living in a time where the unknown can create uncertainty and anxiety. The Counseling Center for Women & Children, LLC focuses on supporting those experiencing anxiety, grief/loss, trauma, low self-esteem, life stage adjustment, and perinatal mental health challenges.

All of us deserve to savor what life has to offer to the fullest extent possible. Many of us experience that journey as compromised by obstacles that threaten to rob us of our joy. These blockages may come from events in the present, such as loss of a loved one or a deteriorating relationship; or they may result from earlier events that have left wounds/scars unhealed. I have been engaged in clinical work for 41 years, helping people navigate difficulties, heal trauma, restore their lives to wholeness. I invite you to let me walk that journey with you.... -- Barbara

Are you feeling sad, anxious, frustrated or angry? Does your family or relationship feel like it's coming apart? Do you or your children feel like you're losing control? Then you are caught up in life situations that are keeping you awake at night! These problems continue to resurface over and over again because we are unable to really understand how we can change ourselves and the way we think. "Our only block to personal happiness is our inability to access who we TRULY are."

*Not accepting new clients at this time. I am a licensed professional counselor who works with adolescents and adults in a non-judgemental, interactive and supportive manner. I work with my clients to address and resolve emotional difficulties including feelings of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship conflicts, negative thoughts or behaviors that interfere with their daily life and overall well-being.

Therapy that fits YOUR schedule. Flexible scheduling, short notice and weekend availability. Therapy can be the place to look at the things that are not working and build on the things that are working. I offer a safe and secure environment where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself. You deserve to be your happy self, let's get you back there.