Couples Counseling Therapists in Fort Wayne, IN

Seeking help is not an easy decision and I am here to provide assistance and support on your journey. It is important to me that I provide an accepting, comforting environment that allows you to feel safe when discussing difficult topics. As a social worker, I see the many factors that affect a person's life rather than focusing solely in the individual.

The Coronavirus has drastically disrupted all of our lives. Teletherapy is the method I am now using to stay connected to current and new patients. Depression, anxiety, anger, and behavior problems can happen to anyone, especially during this time of social distancing, uncertainty, and fear. Emotional support and understanding can reduce stress and guide you to new sense of normal. Healthcare workers, essential workers, parents, individuals, couples , and children can get guidance and treatment now.

Many of us feel disconnected, overwhelmed, and struggle to complete everyday tasks. When we begin to feel overwhelmed we sometimes find it hard to cope, begin to question ourselves, and start to find these feelings impact how we function in our relationships, at work, or even begin to struggle with taking care of ourselves. Perhaps we even find ourselves in patterns that are harmful despite all efforts to stop, leaving yourself feeling stuck, broken, stressed, or out of control. My goal is to help you rebalance and support you through these feelings, thoughts, and moments.

We offer in-person & tele-health across the lifespan from toddlers to seniors. We offer family, individual, & couples ' counseling. We believe the decision to seek therapy is a courageous step. Although the initial decision can be frightening and stressful, it's our intention to instill hope, foster growth and cultivate healing in your life. The most important aspect to your choice in finding the right counselor is your ability to feel emotionally safe and vulnerable in session. Feeling heard, connected, and validated in a non-judgemental environment is the best predictor to having a successful counseling experience.

I recognize that making the choice to begin therapy can be difficult and sometimes overwhelming. It is with this understanding, that I respect the courage and motivation that each person brings with them into the therapy relationship . My ultimate goal is to assist and support individuals, couples , and families as they navigate the stressors of daily life as well as hardships of life changes.

I believe that managing adversity, fears, uncertainties, expectations, life stress, and trauma alone can be challenging. I pride myself on being a warm, empathetic, and client-focused counselor who strives for collaboration and enjoys walking alongside individuals as they achieve a greater sense of well-being, find healing, and attain their goals.

I believe providing clinical services is a privilege, and partner with you to strategize achieving your goals and empower you towards living out your authentic life. Mental Health care is the exercise of mental wellness just as we exercise our body. A safe trusting relationship with your therapist is the foundation of care, and I promise to never ask you to do something I wouldn't ask of myself. Some therapists are 'gay friendly', at my practice we are "family".

Relationship TRAUMA? I primarily work with clients who have concerns of past childhood trauma, relationship trauma or religious trauma, which often cause struggles of depression, anxiety, toxic relationships, or relationship struggles, parenting problems, people pleasing, anger management difficulties, career challenges and adjusting to major life changes. I am SOGIE Affirmative and sex positive in my treatment. I am non-judgmental, direct, and empowering in my counseling style. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

Have you become frustrated or hopeless about a situation in your life? Are racing thoughts or anxiety keeping you awake at night? Seeking out counseling for individual or relationship concerns can be the beginning of change in your life. Setting and working toward goals are the first steps to seeing the results you want.

I am a trauma informed practitioner who works within a system's theory basis with a focus on your strengths. Areas of focus are relationship work, trauma work, and empowerment. I work with individuals, couples , and families to build a sense of strength for you to build your future on. We all have troubles in our past, I want to partner with you to build the skills that will make your future what you want it to be.

I am passionate about helping adolescents, adults, couples , and families identify how past experiences impact current perceptions of self, relationships, and safety in the world. I work with meeting clients where they are at and support them in this journey. I utilize psychoeducation and mindfulness techniques to help clients gain awareness of the mind-body connection. I have been trained in models including; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Flash Technique for working through trauma, Restoration Therapy, and I have completed Levels 1 and 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.

Do you want to make positive changes in your life? We all want to achieve, but some have difficulty with juggling everything in life. As a mental health counselor and life coach, I will be your accountability partner , who can help you assess your past, gain clarity for your future, assist in making an action plan, and troubleshoot the pitfalls along the way. I will work with you on managing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, finances, career development, time management, and more. I am able to meet with you in person at my office, or online. I am trained in EMDR, and other therapies, and find this helps with many of life's issues.

I’m a licensed clinical psychologist in IL & IN, and approved to practice telepsychology in PSYPACT states. I earned my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Wheaton College, where I received specialized training integrating spirituality and religion with evidenced-based therapeutic interventions. I am committed to providing sound psychological services and research-based treatments while drawing upon your strengths and values. I enjoy offering my expertise in integrating faith into the therapeutic process to facilitate healing and growth for those specifically seeking to do so in their clinical treatment.

I am very passionate about working with children (5-10), teens (15-18), adults, couples , and families. I identify as gay and strive to work with the LGBTQ+ community. Through my educational training and application of theoretical counseling practices, I strive to help clients navigate their way through anxiety, depression, past/present trauma, and other struggles. I believe that each individual is the expert of their own life, but sometimes needs assistance in navigating life’s curveballs. I am fully affirming and strive to assist the LGBTQ+ Community in finding love and acceptance from others, but more importantly, for themselves.

Accepting telehealth clients! Taking the step to seek therapy can be scary, intimidating, and overwhelming. I look forward to working with clients and couples who are brave enough to take this step to better themselves and their relationships. My focus primarily lies in bettering client's self-esteem through exploring their identity and personal experiences that have made them who they are today. My ideal clients may not know where or how to begin their journey of self discovery, but are willing to take the chance. I work directly with clients to create their own goals. I tend to work at the client's pace, pushing them when need be.

I love working with kids and seeing how play transforms lives! I am a clinical social worker and a registered play therapist (RPT). I have worked with kids with a variety of concerns including behaviors, trauma, and regulation. I'm very playful in my approach, using a lot of sensory tools and activities specific to each child. I am client-centered, strengths based, trauma-informed and use an eclectic approach.