Parenting Therapists in Fort Wayne, IN

I have been treating mental health issues for the past 20+ years and focus my services on individual as well as family/couples sessions. In addition to providing psychotherapy, I also provide services for couples dealing with separation, divorce, or custody issues. I am a registered Domestic Mediator and trained Parenting Coordinator.

I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. By using Cognitive Processing Therapy and Exposure Therapy, I treat Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I have knowledge working with individuals that have experienced traumas related to military, sexual trauma, and stressful events such as COVID-19. I also have expertise with using Parent Child Interaction Therapy to work with parents of children with emotional and behavior issues. I assist with helping you bond, cope and have more confidence as a parent .

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.

Hello friends! I’m passionate in empowering individuals through providing a safe space of exploration, wonder, and curiosity to work through the adversities faced in pursuit of seeking joy and validation. I am client centered and incorporate positive psychology in sessions. It can be challenging to reach out for help, whether as an individual or as a parent . When working with teens or children, I take a collaborative approach with the parents. It is so important to me to providing a safe nonjudgemental space.

My experiences with diverse populations have afforded me with ample opportunities to establish my specialties and identify where my particular skill set can be most effective. I specialize in relationship dynamics, codependency and attachment, parenting , and phase of life concerns. I primarily work with women and I have a passion for helping mothers find balance in their continuously changing roles and responsibilities.

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 am a licensed clinical social worker and a therapist for Lutheran Social Services of Indiana. I have worked in the mental health field for more than 15 years, and have worked with a variety of child, adolescent, and adult issues. I specialize in a number of areas, including: abuse/neglect, trauma, divorce, parent -child conflict, adjustment issues, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and anger.

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.

So you are interested in learning more about counseling for yourself or you child? One of the things I love to do in counseling is to help you find a deeper respect and appreciation for yourself, to discover the truth about who you really are. My passion is to help you be free and healed of emotional pain and struggles that hold you back from fulfilling your true potential and to help you deal with troublesome memories or relationships. Please call and we can talk about your situation and your needs. I look forward to hearing from you.

You’re probably here looking for a therapist because there are parts of your life you wish could be better. Are you tired of feeling stressed, depressed, and anything but blessed? Do you need support during a transition time in your life? Is your child having difficulties in school, at home, or with friends? Do you feel sad and wish you knew why? Do you feel like you’ve tried everything to be a better parent but nothing you do is working? I’m here to help! As a licensed mental health counselor. I offer individual and family therapy to help you and your family reach their goals.

Accepting NEW clients in IN, FL, & IL. Wendy Galyen & the team of psychotherapists at Thrive for Life offer VIDEO, PHONE, & EMAIL-based counseling. Online counseling services are great for busy professionals, college students, stay-at-home moms, retirees, or other clients who do not have time for traditional in-person sessions but who would benefit from counseling support in their daily lives. Free consultation available to determine if this type of counseling can meet your unique needs. Insurance & private pay. Prices range from $75-$150/session. Team: Wendy Galyen, Marilyn Verbiscer, Kelli Jones, &Indya Peoples

I work with children, families, parents, teens, and adults and strive to help them overcome challenges and hardships in their lives such as anxiety, depression, grief, adjustment and transition concerns, trauma, and many other mental health concerns. I seek to build a strong trusting relationship with my clients so that we can work together to work on some of life's harder issues.

Are you a mama adjusting to life with a newborn? Is the transition to parenthood different than what you were expecting? Do you feel like you are faking it when you are really drowning? Are you exhausted and struggling with self-doubt? Maybe you are longing to hold your newborn, but instead experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. I specialize in maternal mental health where I help perinatal and postpartum clients adjust to life changes associated with their unique situations.

**Now accepting new clients, in-person or virtual.** Imagine a life of balance and joy with your family. I work with children, adolescents, and their families to help realize this goal and find real, positive change. You may be noticing behavioral issues with your child, or perhaps you've seen some signs of depression or anxiety. You rightfully want to address your concerns now before they turn into a bigger problem. I offer a safe space and support to walk through whatever challenges you or your child may be facing and to find the joy and contentment you're looking for at the end of the tunnel.