Divorce Therapists in Carmel, IN

I have extensive experience in numerous therapeutic techniques and am oriented as a family-systems therapist. I am also a Clinical Member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). I help my clients to: proactively manage themselves; identify and implement new behaviors that dissolve negative patterns; and provide guidance and support as the new, positive patterns are cemented. I work most effectively with: Individuals; Couples; and Families. I help my clients set realistic treatment goals so they can quickly see the results they desire.

I enjoy working with clients who are ready to take a look at themselves and see how they can improve their own choices and life. My style is direct and genuine. It is through honest self-exploration that we learn why we do what we do and how we can then make deep and lasting changes. I focus on accountability and ownership, not blame and shaming thought patterns. It is my goal to provide a safe but honest place to do this work and to provide my clients with the framework to create that change.

With over 20 years of clinical experience treating youth, adolescents, and families, I understand and appreciate that building authentic relationships is the cornerstone to effective and successful mental health treatment. I am passionate about utilizing a team approach to empower young people and I work collaboratively with parents, guardians, teachers, and doctors to achieve this goal. By learning from the past, we all can live more successfully in the present, and ultimately better our future.

Do you find yourself feeling stuck in your relationship? Or feeling like perhaps you made the "wrong choice" in your partner? Amanda works with couples considering divorce , relationship issues, and family conflict. Additionally, Amanda works with teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and more. She has experience in working with culturally diverse families. More specifically, she often works with Spanish-speaking families. She has also enjoyed her experience in working with military families in the past.

I’m Dr.Jackson. I have been practicing psychology very successfully in the Indianapolis/Carmel area for over 15 years and have worked with a wide variety of individuals from all walks of life. My story includes how I overcame my own struggles during a difficult divorce and the death of my father by using highly researched and validated techniques. As a result, I have created a customized approach to overcoming life”s challenges. I believe my role is to serve as a facilitator to assist you in healing and realizing your true potential by developing the skill set to walk a uniquely determined path toward self-actualization. ❤️

One of my greatest passions is to embrace ourselves where we are, while also committing to change. I firmly believe that our capacity for joy relates to how we move through suffering and difficult emotions. Offering kindness to ourselves and others along with allowing emotions instead of avoiding, deepens life experiences. This type of space encourages an understanding of your story while actively creating the future you see for yourself. I hope to provide a safe, trusting environment where you can explore the areas of desired change and growth. Our partnership can help navigate the journey with authenticity and courage.

This is probably the most frustration you've ever experienced. Things aren't working and you don't know what else to try. Let's work together to figure out what is going to help you reduce your stress, and meet your personal goals. I work with you, to figure out your goals and what will be best for you. This is going to be a team effort. I work with clients in the Carmel office, and online through a secure video conferencing connection if that fits your schedule best.

I believe people seek out counseling for one of two reasons. First, they find themselves in a crisis situation with their life out of balance. This may be due to the discomfort of anxiety or depression, an out of control addiction, the stress of an unsatisfying relationship, a child who is struggling or the heartache of grief. Secondly, their life may be in balance but they are at a decision point or feel a need for self-improvement including career concerns, a desire to improve a relationship or a need to explore obtaining their fullest potential. Both are equally valid reasons to seek the assistance of a caring professional.

I have been working with individuals and couples for 20 years. Many of the clients I see suffer from depression, anxiety, work and relationship issues (including communication problems, feeling disconnected, infidelity, and divorce ). I help clients find new ways of coping, seeing and thinking, and relating. Although I am knowledgeable and skilled in several therapeutic methods, I don't believe in "one-size-fits-all" therapy. Instead, I adapt my treatment plan to meet the needs, goals, and personality of each client.

Marla specializes in Individual & Couples Therapy as well as Mediation between divorcing parents. Marla has worked with people with a wide range of issues including; depression, anxiety, relationship issues, being bullied, addiction, sexual abuse, physical abuse, alcoholism, employment stressors and health issues. Marla also works with couples to heal their relationships & improve communication. If you are seeking therapy and would like to talk with Marla about her experience with a particular issue, feel free to call and ask. Marla is also a Mediator who partners with Kim Van Valer, Mediator & Private Judge, to guide couples through the divorce process without going to court.

As a therapist, my goal is to provide a safe space for exploring and facilitating change through support and empathic listening so my clients can work through life's challenges with the goal of improving their overall mental and emotional wellbeing. I believe in a collaborative and integrative approach which is tailored to the needs and strengths of the individual, couple, or family.

In 1993, I received my Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Purdue University. I graduated in 1997 with my Master of Social Work degree from Indiana University - Purdue University at Indianapolis. I have provided both inpatient and outpatient mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings including hospitals, community mental health centers, youth residential treatment facilities, group homes, and private practice. My areas of specialization include anxiety, couples issues, family issues, parenting/co-parenting, and divorce /custody issues & ADHD.

In 1987, I helped develop CenterPoint Counseling. I currently serve as their Executive Director and we have a staff of ten therapists. I am trained as a Marriage and Family Therapist and licensed as both a Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Social Worker. I also have a Doctorate in Pastoral Care and Counseling and am ordained as a Presbyterian Minister (P.C.U.S.A.) I am on the National Registry of Marriage Friendly Therapist. I work with individuals dealing with anxiety and depression issues. I see couples, partners and spouses and am certified as an Imago Relationship Therapist.

I work with people who want to move from emotional pain, conflict or confusion toward more happiness, peace and passion in their life, work, and relationships. Together, we'll learn to observe repeating life patterns and examine how the past might be influencing your present and future. Our work together can also help you discover and strengthen the creative, emotional, and intuitive resources that can lead you toward more passionate, fulfilling life.

Do you find yourself at a crossroads in life, trying to figure out which direction to take? Maybe you struggle with depression or are experiencing anxiety or uncertainty about your choices or relationships. Perhaps you have past hurts, or had a chaotic family growing up that seems to follow into your current life. I'm a licensed clinical psychologist who has provided therapy for over 20 years. Feel free to contact me if you'd like help not only relieving uncomfortable symptoms, but would like to understand and address what dynamics are causing them in the first place.

I have been working with children and families for over 16 years in various capacities. My experience comes from working in foster care and family preservation programs, school based therapy, an inpatient setting with adolescents girls with eating disorders as well as crisis intervention. My focus of practice is those who are struggling with finding themselves, developing relationships and communication about their needs. I have experience professionally and personally in working with families experiencing divorce and aspects of mediation, healing, and addressing new and changed family dynamics.

People come to therapy when the pain that they are feeling becomes unmanageable and can no longer be ignored. I have worked with men and women, helping them to discover and understand how they have repeated and become "stuck" in non-productive patterns with the most important people in their lives. Couples often say, they continue to have the same fights, over and over and never realize what they are really fighting about or come to a resolution.

*I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME* For many people, this is a challenging time with unprecedented stressors. I offer a non-judgmental space for my clients to feel supported and understood, while gaining insight into patterns of behavior that no longer serve them. If you feel unhappy, frequently anxious, or alone, having a safe, confidential space to process and gain perspective can open up new possibilities. I work with people who want a deeper understanding of themselves, better relationships, and more freedom and power in their lives.

I enjoy working with individuals of diverse age groups, from childhood to adulthood. My goal is to empower my clients to deal more effectively with their life circumstances by eliciting insight and equipping them with adaptive coping skills; while utilizing their faith to assist them in the healing process.When working with children, I work closely with the parents to facilitate a team effort in addressing the needs of the child and the family as a whole. I also work with couples to elicit healthier communication patterns, thus promoting couples' satisfaction in their marriage.