Family Therapy in 85719

I believe change is difficult for most people. We often get stuck in certain patterns of behavior and find it difficult to move forward and heal. Every individual has the ability to change within themselves and it is my role to help guide people along the path of change. It is my goal as a Psychologist to help people capitalize on their strengths and teach them new ways of thinking, behaving, and coping with certain issues. I believe every child, teenager, adult, and family unit are unique and require an special/individualized approach to help them achieve their full potential.

As a therapist, I strive to provide a safe, supportive, open and affirming space for my clients to explore and develop a greater understanding of themselves. Understanding our past and how it affects our present allows us to begin to incorporate new ways of being that align with our needs and values leading us to live a happier life. In my practice, I aim to provide a safe, respectful, warm and empowering therapeutic environment in which healing and lasting change can be accomplished. I am a passionate listener who uses empathy to assist clients in recognizing and understanding their true potential.

"What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." Ralph Waldo Emerson. Using a holistic approach in therapy we will explore the mind, body and spirit connection. We will learn balance and build resilience through the power of self-discovery, thus improving your quality of life. Negative thought patterns and beliefs will be identified and challenged through DBT, mindfulness, and EMDR. When needed we may create healthy eating habits and a healthy relationship with exercise. Cultivating your spirituality to relieve fear and nurture an attitude of gratitude and abundance is encouraged.

My primary focus is emotional health and well-being by utilizing the Whole Person Concept. This enables clients to make great stride in personal transformation and gains in self-esteem, improvement in the quality of their life at work, in intimate relationships and with family, friends and overcome social anxiety. By utilizing the bio-psycho-social-spiritual approach and traditional cognitive behavioral therapy in helping to reframe the presenting problem, we discover new possibilities to cope with life stressors. This process may include Jungian psychology, dream analysis, creative visualization, mindfulness meditation and Art.

I have been working in the field of addiction counseling for 18 years. I graduated from Grand Canyon University with a Master’s degree in Addiction Counseling in 2014. I am Independently licensed in the state of Arizona and also Nationally Licensed as a Master Addiction Counselor. I specialize in the treatment of individuals and their family members suffering from chemical addiction and substance abuse. I also specialize in trauma and provide EMDR to address trauma/ substance abuse or both. I work with adults exclusively but will see children/ adolescents if the issue is addiction related.

If you or a loved one is suffering, please call or email me as soon as possible. You may feel hopeless, ashamed, afraid, or alone. It's time for a change. I will work with you in a sensitive, warm, and open manner to assist you in getting what you want from life on your terms. My work with you will be based on trust, care, and hope. My office is a safe space for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.

My clients come to therapy motivated by the desire for change and because of one or more of the following issues: anger, anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, grief and loss, relationship issues and trauma. The therapeutic progress provides the opportunity to reflect on one's life, to understand one's feelings, thoughts, behaviors and motivations, to realize new perspectives and to be listened to with respect and attention. Psychotherapy allows for the healing of wounds, reclaiming of dreams and living a life that is more authentic and meaningful.

Relationship health is mental health. We never feel good when in conflict with our partner or family member (or in conflict with our own emotions). I help folx experience themselves more deeply, more kindly, and provide support with life's challenges and losses. Anxiety, depression, men's issues, trauma symptoms, and feeling stuck in life are areas I often help work through. My approach includes emotional mindfulness, spiritual perspectives, trauma recovery, and practical and relational skills for partnership and parenting.

I like working with individuals with a wide array of problems including: depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, relationship problems, behavioral disorders, substance abuse, impulse control problems, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, family problems, life skills deficits, and problems with decision-making. I provide compassionate care and I am an efficient and effective counselor who uses evidence-based approaches like CBT and EMDR.

Sometimes things feel hopeless, and fear can hold us back from seeking help when we are too preoccupied with being judged, especially as a parent working with a child that has mental or behavioral health challenges. Successful treatment begins with fostering trust, hope, and implementing strategies that really work. I am a culturally competent therapist with experience working with youth of all ages, adults, veterans, and families. I have a lot of experience working with foster youth in the system and helping adoptive/foster parents be preventative in handling behaviors in order to strengthen attachment.

Welcome! Clients find me supportive, open-minded, and able to help them find the solutions they need to make positive changes in their lives. Teens, adults, and families who would benefit from working with me are interested in improving communication skills, working past negative patterns, and identifying new life goals. My therapeutic approach is an interweaving of strengths-based, solution-focused, and family-systems modalities. I often tell my clients, “you are the expert on your own life,” which means that I will work with you to identify ways to create the life you want - where your actions support your aspirations.

I focus on working primarily with couples and individual adults who are dealing with trauma histories, identity/cultural issues, depression and/or anxiety. I can help you excavate your past trauma, your attachment and communication styles in a way that helps you understand them, and how these may be impacting what is going on with you in the present moment, so you can feel more in control of your body, your emotions, your thoughts, and your relationships. I have very limited space for teens also dealing with trauma, anxiety and depression, who can come for in-person services, at my Portsmouth, NH location.

Often it's a crisis or a series of unique events that bring people to therapy. Others may struggle with uncomfortable feelings or feel unsatisfied with patterns in relationships or in other areas of life. Therapy can help. I develop therapy relationships with thoughtfulness, kindness, and an appreciation of the humor in things. My perspectives draw from psychoanalysis, family-systems, socio-cultural contexts, mindfulness, and neurology. I incorporate many techniques; psychodynamic talk therapy, mindful-ness, EMDR, and others.

Saludos! As a counselor, I view my role as a guide & facilitator in my client’s quest for self-actualization, empowerment, and self-advocacy. By emphasizing a multicultural and social justice lens in my sessions, my goal is to create an accepting, warm, and safe space for my clients. I am allied with the LGBTQ+, non-binary, kink-friendly, alternative relationship, and body positivity movements. My work with couples counseling, relationship issues, communication issues, and identity formation is through a lens of intersectional and multicultural appreciation and awareness. I provide services in both Spanish & English.

Welcome! The first step in seeking therapy is not easy and it's a daunting process. Congratulations on considering investing in yourself and your well-being. Whether you’re looking for someone to listen to you, validate you, or just sit with you as you process your emotions, therapy is the key. “The battlefield is in the mind, the prize is the soul”-Prince

Deep down you are truly a bright light, talented, gifted and loving. But that's not how you feel inside. You have doubts, judgements and just plain don't know where you fit in the world. And that stops you from living and loving in life. We know how you feel and if you are ready, at all, to start letting what stops you go, we are here to walk that road with you. Whether it's a relationship struggle, or battles with anxiety, loss, depression, life transition/direction, family issues, self-esteem....our brilliant Clinicians have 15-30 years of experience and a toolbox full of the best ways to break through it all!

My ideal client is anyone who wants help and wants to find a better solution to the problems they are facing. The issues can be anything that the client wants to work on, from past trauma to daily life stressors. My ideal client wants to have some sense of peace and achieve a life that is fulfilling and leads them to greater things. They want to be heard, understood, and accepted for who they are. Colleen has experience working with a multitude of clients ranging in age from 14-75 from various populations.

Devin has been in the field for over 10 years. She has worked in group therapy, inpatient, residential and outpatient treatment settings. Devin enjoys guiding clients to explore their capacity for positive change through increased awareness, with emphasis on the client’s unique needs and behavioral patterns. Devin believes individuals have the ability to transform themselves and their environment by confronting difficult truths and seeing themselves as valuable and capable.

Young adulthood is an exciting time of growth and change. It can also be a time of stress and uncertainty as you navigate new directions in your life. During this time, we often feel challenged by new phases in our work, school, and relationships. You are moving toward independence and forming your identity while dealing with questions about your future. You may be struggling with your sense of meaning and purpose, or afraid to disappoint your family. Old coping skills aren't as effective anymore, or you may be concerned about your ability to cope in healthy ways. Having a safe space to work through these issues is so important!