Emotionally Focused Therapists in Granger, IN

I offer therapy/counseling for couples, marriage, and individuals. I believe I am present for my clients to help them through marital or couple issues, and trauma. The struggles are real in a relationship or marriage…. feeling disconnected or disengaged, no communication or arguing, or just having doubts? Maybe you are just looking to improve your relationship or marriage. I can help you with your marital and premarital counseling to improve your relationship. I have over ten years experience.

My ideal client is someone who acknowledges a problem exists, even if they don’t quite know what it is. The source of that issue can be discovered and processed through therapy, leaving the client with effective tools and skills to cope with and manage their emotions.

I feel called to mental health counseling. I believe that all humans experience suffering in their lives, and I find it helps to have some level of trust and validation in order to assist with the healing process. I enjoy helping people to find themselves, to honor and experience their full range of emotions, to increase their understanding of themselves, and to promote healthy self-worth and emotional accountability. Whether your need is for short-term solutions and coping skills, or a greater understanding of self for greater contentment in your life, I am interested in helping people learn and grow to be their best selves!

I have a BS in Behavioral Science from Western Michigan University. I am currently pursuing my MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral/National University. While working toward my degree, I am able to practice therapy under a clinically licensed supervisor as an intern. I am Trauma Focused One Certified and working on obtaining Gottman level 1.  I believe that each person has a life and experiences and those, at times can impact a person's well-being. I often find that with a little time and developed trust we can work together to better the situation.

My ideal client would be someone who is geared towards helping themselves and needing guidance on how to do so. Someone who has a grasp on the importance of the client putting in the work to truly help heal themselves but needing assistance ensuring they are doing things in a healthy and emotionally intelligent fashion. Talk therapy is very important for clients who even just want to come and vent, which I believe helps the mind unclutter.

Hello…and welcome to The Cove Counseling LLC! My name is Cassandra Mielcarek and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Northern Indiana. Most know me by my short name- Cassie. I graduated from Northcentral University in 2019 with my masters, and I am now currently enrolled in their doctorate program. Prior to my graduate program, I obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Indiana State University, with minors in Music and Psychology. While I have many passions, I am so thankful for the path that brought me where I am, and I cannot wait to help you on your therapy journey!

I appreciate someone with an open heart and a willingness to explore their inner self. I value individuals who are ready to engage and connect in meaningful conversations. I know it can be hard to take the first step for help, and look for someone who is committed to their own growth and willing to collaborate in their goals. Trust, honesty, and a desire to change create a supportive connecting environment where healing and transformation can take place.

My ideal client is someone who wants to actively pursue new paths to find their true, healthy self. Ideally, ready to do the work. I am here to challenge cognitive distortions. I will be a partner in brainstorming issues and goals. Hard work from the client and support from an intuitive counselor will clear the path to the answers within.

I believe that we live in a society that talks a lot about love, yet we rarely agree on what it truly means, or how to define it. Teaching others how to love one another better is my life commitment. Focusing on couple's work has taught me a lot about myself, about life, about love, and about what it means to really love someone else. I also work with women, trauma survivors, and those experiencing spiritual life questions. I believe we are all trauma survivors to some extent, and that affects the lens in which we view our world. It is my approach to help my clients explore and broaden their view.

Plenty of people can survive a loveless life. 
That’s because humans can satisfy their physical needs (food, shelter, resources) without a personal connection to love.
 Survival is one thing, and it’s not nothing! But if survival was everything, a lot more of us would feel happy, secure, and fulfilled…
 instead of fearful, empty, and lonely.
 Behind closed doors, so many "high-functioning" people are struggling with depression, anxiety, dysfunctional relationships — and of course, addiction.

A client who desires to accept partnership and engage in being open to change is the most ideal client. I prefer to work with adults and older adolescents struggling with addictions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and trauma. I have a vast amount of experience working in the field of trauma. Due to my experience working in community mental health, I also work well with those with intense mental health and substance abuse treatment needs. I have worked both inpatient and outpatient experiences, resulting in my flexibility to help stabilize in a crisis and to work with individuals at any level.

I offer tailor made counseling services, including traditional & psychedelic therapy as well as coaching, to those experiencing life's difficulties. My compassionate and non-judgmental approach is predicated on offering helpful direction towards specific, realistic, client determined goals. I am very comfortable working with individuals or couples of all ages, veterans and business executives. My approaches based on individual client expectations and needs. Each approach is customized and personal. Phone and video and sessions are available for added convenience. I offer a Christian worldview approach upon request.

Are you having trouble trying to be the person you want to be in a relationship? Do you have some ideas about why things got the way they are, but can't seem to figure out how to change them? And it seems like such a shame, because you want to be closer if only you could figure out how. If you have the energy and desire, then we can almost always find a way. Give me a call or send me an e-mail and we can talk about what might be possible.

We are here to help with relationship problems, family issues, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, addiction, and other life concerns.

Life's unexpected stressors have a way of derailing even the most stable people. We provide confidential psychotherapy services to help clients find relief and regain control of their lives.

Clients seek my help to navigate the struggles and difficulties that often revolve around intimacy/sexuality, family conflict, and personal identity. Those who desire to repair conflicts, reduce problematic (sexual, spiritual, emotional) patterns, establish healthier relationships, or heal trauma interfering with the present will align well. I earned my PhD in Clinical Sexology. This allowed me to professionally expand my practice from relational to deeply personal as sexuality impacts so much. Clients find this work highly valuable.

I am a systemically trained licensed marriage and family therapist with a heart for couples. I cherish the opportunity to help others find their strengths and adapt to their challenges more effectively. I also, understand the unique struggles that accompany grief and loss and seek to help others find hope in the midst of their pain. My training also provides me the expertise to work with the most common anxiety and mood disorder concerns.

An area of passion for me is helping to restore broken relationships- anything from healing infidelity to growing in communication. I long to help clients give voice to their pain, to articulate the challenge and to offer support in the journey. I balance that work with my love for working with women's issues- this can include anything from infertility, loss/grief, and post-partum transition or women who have just lost themselves along the way. I am thankful for the opportunity to support women and their partners in these seasons.

I'm Dr. Cullen Hardy. Do you feel anxious or depressed much of the time but can't exactly figure out why? Are you experiencing a significant life change and often feel hopeless or lost? Do you or someone you know struggle with an addiction or substance use issue? I believe that we are all capable of living happy, serene and confident lives but sometimes we need a little help. I approach clients from a collaborative perspective to help promote and achieve positive change. You deserve a happier, more fulfilling life so start living the life you want to live.