Couples Counseling Therapists in Fort Wayne, IN

I am impressed by the strength and vulnerability of the individuals that I am fortunate to walk alongside. To be welcomed into the story of another is a tender privilege. I am passionate about creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere where growth can occur. As a licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate and National Certified Counselor, I have experience working with children, teens, and adults in both university and community counseling settings. Areas of experience and special interest for me include anxiety, depression, grief, anger management, coping skills for stress, family and relationship issues, identity, and self-esteem.

I know that seeking help is not a comfortable space for many. I believe in the resiliency of every individual and appreciate the uniqueness of families. It is humbling to partner with you or someone you love as we address issues that cause distress and play out in different aspects of life. Our shortcomings are many, our strengths enormous, and our weaknesses reveal our humanity, regardless of life experiences, ethnicity, culture, age, religion, or sexual orientation. I am passionate about helping and supporting families and individuals find healing through approaches in my clinical training to help toward wholeness.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Addiction Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the fields of social work, mental health and addiction. I specialize in the areas of trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, chronic homelessness, and relationship issues. I believe that most people can find healing within the context of an authentic human connection.

I work from a strength-based, holistic perspective, which considers and integrates the impact of internal and external life stressors on one’s ability to function and thrive. I use a collaborative approach that honors the dignity and input of each client. I offer tools and techniques to help you overcome challenges, draw on personal strengths and enhance your ability to better navigate your life. Therapy sessions are tailored to meet your individual needs with a focus not just on managing and reducing mental health issues but also on increasing well-being.

I chose the field of counseling because I believe there is power in being vulnerable and in sharing emotions, even when it’s difficult, uncomfortable, and scary! I want to walk alongside you as you process, heal, learn, and grow. I don't just want to help you manage your symptoms - I want to help you understand them and appreciate the ways they have protected you in the past, and learn new ways to get your needs met today. My goal is to help you trust in yourself and others again, feel joy again, and find hope again.

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health. I believe that life is too short to let trauma control us and live everyday life under the shadow of poor mental health.

I am a licensed mental health counselor associate with experience working with clients since 2019 and currently pursuing my Ph.D. in Advanced Studies in Human Behavior. I have an extensive background working with clients with mental health problems, addictions, trauma, and relationship problems. I like to utilize Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing as well as my certification in Gottmans’ couples therapy to produce positive outcomes for individuals and families.

Crystal is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She has a true passion for helping people to be the best versions of themselves. Crystal has over 14 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults healing from depression, anxiety, life stressors, and grief.

**Telehealth sessions only. ** It can be difficult to reach out for professional help. I hope to make the process as easy as possible. Whether you're struggling with relationships, life transitions, depression, anxiety, or managing emotions, we can work together to help you live a more fulfilling life. I work to help individual, couples , and families better understand their difficulties and identify a plan and steps to achieve their goals.

Hello! Thank you for visiting my page and taking that first step. A little about me: I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Writing Exposure Therapy (WET), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for individuals, and have utilized Solution-Focused Brief Therapy for couples . If you prefer a Biblical approach, I am comfortable with Christian counseling as well. Finally, if you have experienced a trauma that you need help in healing, yet do not wish to talk about it in deep detail, ART and WET can be utilized to minimize the re-telling of your painful history. Whatever it is that brought you here, I'd be honored to help.

I believe I have been successful for almost 30 years in the field of mental health counseling because I approach each client I meet with curiosity. I respect each that client has an individual experience, their own life challenges and strengths. And each client has individual goals and vision for their life. Our life experiences, challenges and strengths shape each one of us and I believe it's important to approach each person at the most basic level of being curious about who they are. Only by listening to you and your experiences can I know how best partner with you to guide you in your life journey.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate and a graduate of Huntington University. I have worked with individuals in a community counseling center and university setting. I have growing experience working with adolescents, teens, young adults, and adults. Specific areas of experience and interest include: anxiety, depression, trauma, family and relationship issues, eating concerns, and stress management. I am also able to offer counseling from a distinctly Christian perspective if desired, but I enjoy connecting with people from all faith backgrounds.

In life it might seem like you are adrift at sea by yourself, looking for anything to stabilize you. I am passionate about helping others reconnect with themselves and those around them, to re-discover the more vulnerable parts of themselves. Providing a nonjudgmental atmosphere is a primary focus for me. As a trained therapist I am an expert at helping you: identify internal strengths, develop and implement coping strategies, manage anxiety, process traumatic experiences, and more. Through humanistic/existential lens and music therapy techniques, I strive to provide my clients with the tools they need to build the future they want.

Welcome! People matter to me. YOU matter to me. I warmly invite you to try a no-obligation, no-strings attached free consultation. I am here to bring a renewed sense of hope and life into the field of therapy. Therapy is about you being a HERO in your own story! There is hope. I mean real, substantive and tangible hope. I offer the latest research-based treatments for a wide variety of disorders and relationship issues. My offices are conveniently located off of 69 and 469 southwest and northeast.