"I am a psychotherapist ( social worker) with 38 years of clinical experience. I've had the privilege of working with clients in varying stages of life, from early childhood to late adulthood.My many years of training, in different treatment modalities, has led me to develop a very eclectic treatment orientation. Therapy is tailored to the needs of each individual client.....everyone is unique ."

"Working with adults, I have always viewed my traditional therapeutic training as my foundational core. It has been an invaluable guide, providing a useful framework and powerful methods to facilitate the healing process of my clients. While I rely on my traditional foundation, I have taken to heart many a clients desire to lessen their pain and have change come about more quickly. With this in mind I have sought out legitimate methods that produce deep, long lasting change and provide relief at a faster pace then traditional therapies alone."

"I believe the first step in therapy is identifying patterns and establishing new ways of thinking and acting. We are constantly changing and growing and developing into, ideally, happier and healthier people. My therapy is geared toward confronting stressors, maximizing your happiness and ridding yourself of negativistic thinking and behaving. I work with adults, children, and adolescents with vary degrees of mental health issues ranging from depression, anxiety, PTSD, oppositional behaviors, school issues, and sexual issues including trauma and abuse."

"When change or crisis happens, it can be an opportunity to look at problems in different ways and in the context of your life. Even symptoms and discomfort can lead to finding better ways of coping with life's challenges. If you'd like someone to truly listen and help you find your inner strengths and direction, please call to get started."

""My passion is helping people discover their strengths and use those strengths to work through the internal blocks that prevent them from living life to their full potential." My therapy protocol includes individual psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, couples therapy, family therapy, and group therapy as dictated by the individual situation. I use play therapy with children as young as 3 years old by utilizing an array of therapeutic models (Sand tray therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Systems.)."

"My expertise is helping others obtain & maintain increased peace in their lives through such services as counseling/therapy and various conflict management strategies. I provide a safe environment to address the various stressors & influences in life with practical and effective tools. My Master's degree in Professional Counseling enables me to successfully work with individuals, couples, families, & groups. After 14 years of study and practice in the area of conflict management, I have refined my skills to more adequately address and assist clients in discovering and resolving the sources of their individual and interpersonal conflict with success on different levels."

"It is my belief that quality of life is promoted by breaking through barriers that prevent wholistic growth of the the individual and/or family unit. Thus, it has been my professional goal to empower individuals, families and communities over the last 20 years from my clinical and educational experiences. My clinical expertise covers the following: Impulse Control Problems, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Sexual Addictions, Mood Disorders, Attention Deficit Disorders, Learning Disorders, Domestic Violence, Sexual Victimization, Crisis Intervention, Conflict Resolution, Bully Prevention, Anger Management, Family Preservation/Reintegration, Parenting, Stress Management and Assessment/Diagnostics."

"I work to promote and support happiness, growth, positive change, and healing with children, individuals and families. I am dedicated to providing ethical, effective and caring professional psychology services. After gathering thorough background information on each client, I help the client to develop an individual treatment plan specifically designed to meet their needs and goals. Through the course of therapy, self-understanding develops, leading to increased opportunities for meaningful interpersonal relationships and self-love. In turn, this positive growth allows for healthier life choices."

"My practice specializes in psychological assessment, diagnosis and treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults. Diagnostic impressions are made after careful consideration of all aspects of an individual's functioning from a bio-psycho-social perspective. Assessment is often the first step in the improvement of academics, social competence, self-esteem, and emotional well being. Competence gives the individual the confidence and motivation needed to succeed and reach his or her full potential."

"I am excited and passionate about my work as a Specialist in Sexual Trauma Therapy. As your Therapist, I will help you focus on what you really want in your personal life. I am known for my ability to welcome, engage and empower others. With compassion, I help you explore and change the patterns that have held you back in life. I enjoy using Solution-Focused and Narrative Therapy, allowing you to discover, value and express your unique self. Through trauma-informed treatment, I help survivors of sexual trauma rediscover hope and experience long-awaited healing."

"It is an honor and privilege when people choose to reach out and share some of the most vulnerable areas of their lives with me, and is not something I take lightly. I understand that choosing to inquire about counseling means different things for different people, and that each person brings a different life journey. I love walking along side my clients, empowering them to make healthy changes, while approaching each person with empathy, genuineness, and warmth."

"It is O.K. if you feel stuck sometimes while improving the quality of your relationship or working through an issue, conflict or perhaps a transition in your life journey. I am on your side to help you unravel those complex and multidimensional factors that are hindering your growth, so that you can gain new insight to understand and resolve them with better approaches. I believe in collaborative therapeutic process with mutual trust, respect and true commitment. My goal as your therapist is to make you self-sufficient through skill building and offering practical solutions to your presenting problems."

"Are you concerned about your attention/concentration, ability to focus or memory? Are you or a loved one struggling with decision making, stress, fears, low energy, poor sleep, relationship or family conflict, academic or career underachievement? Has a life circumstance beyond your control changed your present or future outlook? If so, please view my website to learn how I can help you. I have 20+ years of clinical experience in counseling, evaluation, consulting, coaching, play therapy, parent support and school advocacy. I thrive on working with clients of all ages, couples and families to resolve complex situations."

"Hello, and thank you for exploring my work! I have built my practice on the principle of safe connection. My belief is that when you feel truly safe to be your truest self, you are able to talk about and unlock the wounds needing to be healed. When you feel understood, you are able to access the compassion and healing needed to resolve the issues tripping us up in everyday life. My work is to create a safe healing space so clients and loved ones find the healthy relief they have been seeking."

"I provide counseling services in an atmosphere of welcoming all people who are seeking help for emotional and spiritual support. It is voluntary and confidential. I provide a wide range of counseling services for individual, couples, adolescents, and adults. I utilize several therapeutic theories to fit each individual's personal growth, which he or she is striving toward. I mainly exercise CBT & DBT for treating anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues."

"I support children, teens and adults through compassionate and creative therapy to hurt less, worry less, feel happier, and connect more deeply. I offer creative & evidence based treatment for anxiety, loss, stress and depression. Whether the barriers to a calmer and more joyful life are internal, relational, or external I can help you, your child or your family develop the resources needed to overcome them. I believe that with therapy and support anyone can learn to find functional ways of getting what they need and have a sense of belonging."

"For some of us it isn't easy to admit to another person that we are having difficulty handling personal problems However, what may seem like an overwhelming burden to one person can become a much lighter load when it is shared with a caring professional. I welcome the opportunity to work with you, offering my compassion, support and knowledge. My professional training and experience are backed up by many years of real life experience as a daughter, friend, wife and mother. Relieving emotional distress and assisting both individuals and couples to learn, grow and heal are my mission."

"Brokenness and disillusionment in marriage saddens me because I know there is a better way. My passion as an Emotionally Focused and Gottman Couple's Therapy trained counselor is to bring hope and to assist in building extraordinary connection between partners who have lost their way to each other's hearts. My practice is all about relationships--helping singles understand the importance of discovering and bringing their authentic selves to relationships, helping the divorced to rediscover their voices and significance in the midst of their grief, and preparing premarital couples for the uncharted but rewarding journey of marriage."

"I love working with families, and as an adoptive mother it was a natural fit to extend my previous experience as program manager for Georgia's Adoption Intervention Team into my private practice. I work across the life span, providing play therapy with children as young as four through geriatric issues that impact the individual and their family."

"You want to be heard! My clients say, "Steve is QUICK to listen, process and quick to problem-solve". For over 21 years I have connected with my clients so they can heal, stretch and grow. Your goals are my goals. Choosing the right therapist is a decision that will lead to serenity. Clients come to me because they have exhausted their mental energy finding a solution that works. You may be seeking a therapist to give you an objective professional perspective and to empower you to change. My promise is that I will give you my best to help you be your best."