Transpersonal Therapists in Indianapolis, IN
CLARITY, PEACE of MIND, CONFIDENCE, JOY and a SKILL SET by which to create and sustain a happier, healthier life, sound good? Let's face it, despite our best efforts life gets crazy at times. We can ride the slow gradual wave of disconnectedness until one day we wake up wondering "How the heck did I get here?!" Without warning we find ourselves in what I call an "uncomfortable comfortable." This turbulence is a result of life unfolding in ways we never imagined. Situations we've tried our best to "deal with" because "that's just life."
CLARITY, PEACE of MIND, CONFIDENCE, JOY and a SKILL SET by which to create and sustain a happier, healthier life, sound good? Let's face it, despite our best efforts life gets crazy at times. We can ride the slow gradual wave of disconnectedness until one day we wake up wondering "How the heck did I get here?!" Without warning we find ourselves in what I call an "uncomfortable comfortable." This turbulence is a result of life unfolding in ways we never imagined. Situations we've tried our best to "deal with" because "that's just life."
You’re not broken. You make sense.
So many of the things we struggle with—anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, relationship patterns that feel stuck—are actually old survival strategies. They were brilliant adaptations to earlier circumstances, but they may no longer serve you. In therapy, we work with compassion and curiosity to understand these patterns, not pathologize them.
I help people heal from the inside out by restoring connection: to themselves, to others, and to the natural world. I believe healing happens in the context of safe, attuned relationships. You don’t have to do this alone—nor were you meant to.
You’re not broken. You make sense.
So many of the things we struggle with—anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, relationship patterns that feel stuck—are actually old survival strategies. They were brilliant adaptations to earlier circumstances, but they may no longer serve you. In therapy, we work with compassion and curiosity to understand these patterns, not pathologize them.
I help people heal from the inside out by restoring connection: to themselves, to others, and to the natural world. I believe healing happens in the context of safe, attuned relationships. You don’t have to do this alone—nor were you meant to.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I have been practicing in the field for 10+ years. I received my Master of Counseling Psychology degree from Louisiana State University where I began my work in the mental health field. I have worked with teens, young adults, and adults struggling with many different mental health needs that have affected their ability to feel in control of their own world.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I have been practicing in the field for 10+ years. I received my Master of Counseling Psychology degree from Louisiana State University where I began my work in the mental health field. I have worked with teens, young adults, and adults struggling with many different mental health needs that have affected their ability to feel in control of their own world.
I am Sheldon Shalley, MSW, LCSW. I use a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy, hypnosis, dream work, shamanic healing practices, energy psychology, and mind-body medicine approaches to help people identify, face, and alter beliefs, thoughts, feelings, behaviors, judgments, and painful memories that stand in the way of living one's life. This work allows wounds to heal, helps a person break free from destructive and unhealthy patterns and moves the person toward a greater sense of emotional and spiritual well-being.
I am Sheldon Shalley, MSW, LCSW. I use a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy, hypnosis, dream work, shamanic healing practices, energy psychology, and mind-body medicine approaches to help people identify, face, and alter beliefs, thoughts, feelings, behaviors, judgments, and painful memories that stand in the way of living one's life. This work allows wounds to heal, helps a person break free from destructive and unhealthy patterns and moves the person toward a greater sense of emotional and spiritual well-being.
I am a strengths-based, holistic, trauma-informed guide to help you reach the root of issues through mind, body, and spirit. I have a strong background in treating trauma, especially sexual abuse. I have worked with almost every demographic across the lifespan and have multiple certifications, including integrative medicine, trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing, among others. Together, I will guide you in learning how to heal yourself, so you can be the hero of your own story and become who you were always meant to be.
I am a strengths-based, holistic, trauma-informed guide to help you reach the root of issues through mind, body, and spirit. I have a strong background in treating trauma, especially sexual abuse. I have worked with almost every demographic across the lifespan and have multiple certifications, including integrative medicine, trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing, among others. Together, I will guide you in learning how to heal yourself, so you can be the hero of your own story and become who you were always meant to be.
Challenging times ask us to dig deep and dream big. Are you hearing the call to a new way of being in the world? Is your heart quietly urging you to live a more inspired life? Or perhaps everything in you is shouting that something has got to change, you can’t keep living like this. Avoiding our fear of change can keep us stuck. But your capacity to change and grow is only limited by your beliefs about what is possible. Truly transformational work is a mix of intentional effort and surprising playfulness. It’s about engaging your inner life in new and creative ways in the safe space of a trusted relationship. Let's connect soon!
Challenging times ask us to dig deep and dream big. Are you hearing the call to a new way of being in the world? Is your heart quietly urging you to live a more inspired life? Or perhaps everything in you is shouting that something has got to change, you can’t keep living like this. Avoiding our fear of change can keep us stuck. But your capacity to change and grow is only limited by your beliefs about what is possible. Truly transformational work is a mix of intentional effort and surprising playfulness. It’s about engaging your inner life in new and creative ways in the safe space of a trusted relationship. Let's connect soon!
I hold space for individuals who have experienced non-ordinary states of consciousness and are navigating integrating these transpersonal states of awareness.
I work with clients to address the sources of old wounds that disconnect them from their true selves. I believe that therapy moves us forward through challenges to bring us into living more fully aligned with our sacred purpose. I am influenced by psychodynamic and depth psychotherapy. Working together to we can reclaim what has been lost and discover what has yet to be found on your journey.
I hold space for individuals who have experienced non-ordinary states of consciousness and are navigating integrating these transpersonal states of awareness.
I work with clients to address the sources of old wounds that disconnect them from their true selves. I believe that therapy moves us forward through challenges to bring us into living more fully aligned with our sacred purpose. I am influenced by psychodynamic and depth psychotherapy. Working together to we can reclaim what has been lost and discover what has yet to be found on your journey.
Have you spent your life overachieving, working hard, taking care of others, doing all the right things, and yet things aren't working out how you expected them to? Are your relationships often one-sided, where you give a lot but no one takes care of you? I see you. My practice focuses on those who have "done all the right things," and are wondering why things are still so hard.
Have you spent your life overachieving, working hard, taking care of others, doing all the right things, and yet things aren't working out how you expected them to? Are your relationships often one-sided, where you give a lot but no one takes care of you? I see you. My practice focuses on those who have "done all the right things," and are wondering why things are still so hard.
Dr. Eric L.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LCAC, ICGC-II, BACC
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46226
Believe me when I say I’m no stranger to addiction or recovery. As someone in long-term recovery and the child of a person with alcohol use disorder, I bring both lived experience and professional expertise to my work. I have treated addiction as a therapist for more than 25 years and have spent over a decade teaching courses at universities. While I work with a wide range of concerns, my specialty is treating substance use, problem gambling, anger, and abusive behavior.
Believe me when I say I’m no stranger to addiction or recovery. As someone in long-term recovery and the child of a person with alcohol use disorder, I bring both lived experience and professional expertise to my work. I have treated addiction as a therapist for more than 25 years and have spent over a decade teaching courses at universities. While I work with a wide range of concerns, my specialty is treating substance use, problem gambling, anger, and abusive behavior.
Kierstin is dedicated to creating a safe, present-focused space where clients can explore their strengths and navigate personal and interpersonal challenges. Kierstin values culturally responsive care and views the therapeutic relationship as a partnership, meeting clients where they are in a supportive and nonjudgmental space.
Kierstin is dedicated to creating a safe, present-focused space where clients can explore their strengths and navigate personal and interpersonal challenges. Kierstin values culturally responsive care and views the therapeutic relationship as a partnership, meeting clients where they are in a supportive and nonjudgmental space.
Hello! I'm Susan Pittman, "Sue" LCSW and I'm looking forward to working with you! Empowering people to make meaningful change in their lives has always been my passion. I offer a wide range of clinical skills developed over the past 30 years in the social services field working with adults, and seniors. I have 8 years practicing as a licensed clinical therapist. While I enjoy using a variety of therapy models and approaches, I find that first and foremost people simply need someone to listen, and help them alleviate their emotional distress. Thank you for your willingness to face your personal life challenges, and asking for help.
Hello! I'm Susan Pittman, "Sue" LCSW and I'm looking forward to working with you! Empowering people to make meaningful change in their lives has always been my passion. I offer a wide range of clinical skills developed over the past 30 years in the social services field working with adults, and seniors. I have 8 years practicing as a licensed clinical therapist. While I enjoy using a variety of therapy models and approaches, I find that first and foremost people simply need someone to listen, and help them alleviate their emotional distress. Thank you for your willingness to face your personal life challenges, and asking for help.
I want to welcome you to a space where you are seen—fully. Your queerness, neurodivergence, boundaries, complexity, and contradictions are not just allowed; they’re honored here. If you crave something more from a therapy relationship. If you want therapy to truly be a place of self-discovery. If you want to work on the relationship with self so it feels like home again. I’m the queer neurospicy therapist for you. You’ve likely lived most of your life adapting to others’ pace. In our work, we’ll slow down enough to finally hear what your body & intuition have been trying to say all along. Sometimes what we carry isn’t even ours.
I want to welcome you to a space where you are seen—fully. Your queerness, neurodivergence, boundaries, complexity, and contradictions are not just allowed; they’re honored here. If you crave something more from a therapy relationship. If you want therapy to truly be a place of self-discovery. If you want to work on the relationship with self so it feels like home again. I’m the queer neurospicy therapist for you. You’ve likely lived most of your life adapting to others’ pace. In our work, we’ll slow down enough to finally hear what your body & intuition have been trying to say all along. Sometimes what we carry isn’t even ours.
I am a solution-focused licensed mental health counselor with over 10 years of experience providing online therapy to individuals, couples, and families. I help clients manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions by building practical coping skills and focusing on meaningful, achievable goals. My approach is collaborative and personalized—I take time to truly understand each client and tailor sessions to address the specific issues disrupting their daily life.
I am a solution-focused licensed mental health counselor with over 10 years of experience providing online therapy to individuals, couples, and families. I help clients manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions by building practical coping skills and focusing on meaningful, achievable goals. My approach is collaborative and personalized—I take time to truly understand each client and tailor sessions to address the specific issues disrupting their daily life.
I work with adolescents, adults, and couples navigating PTSD, complex trauma, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder. Whether you're struggling with intense emotions, mood instability, relationship challenges, or the lasting effects of trauma, I can help you find greater stability, healthier relationships, and a stronger sense of self. My approach is practical, goal-oriented, and focused on helping you develop tools that continue to serve you long after therapy ends. I help clients identify what’s keeping them stuck and create clear, achievable steps toward the life they want.
I work with adolescents, adults, and couples navigating PTSD, complex trauma, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder. Whether you're struggling with intense emotions, mood instability, relationship challenges, or the lasting effects of trauma, I can help you find greater stability, healthier relationships, and a stronger sense of self. My approach is practical, goal-oriented, and focused on helping you develop tools that continue to serve you long after therapy ends. I help clients identify what’s keeping them stuck and create clear, achievable steps toward the life they want.
Are you looking for legal psychedelic therapy? I am now offering Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) in my Indianapolis office in partnership with Journey Clinical. My focus is on creating a safe environment for you to explore you inner world through the use of legal psychedelic medicine (Ketamine), music therapy, and creative processing tools. I help create an intentional container for your process by helping you to stay grounded in your intentions for the work, to handle any discomfort that might arise, and to help you integrate your experiences into daily life.
Are you looking for legal psychedelic therapy? I am now offering Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) in my Indianapolis office in partnership with Journey Clinical. My focus is on creating a safe environment for you to explore you inner world through the use of legal psychedelic medicine (Ketamine), music therapy, and creative processing tools. I help create an intentional container for your process by helping you to stay grounded in your intentions for the work, to handle any discomfort that might arise, and to help you integrate your experiences into daily life.
This is a commitment in finding a therapist, a step closer to peace of mind and healing your heart. Listening, being heard, witnessing, and validating your story are invaluable to your recovery. I am skilled in the area of addictions, abuse recovery, grief and bereavement, PTSD, stress, anxiety, and depression. I will help you learn about compassion for yourself and help you restore your integrity and self-esteem. This can be a transformation, helping you become who you want to be! You will leave each session with a "food for thought" note. It will include thoughts from your session and ideas to focus on between sessions.
This is a commitment in finding a therapist, a step closer to peace of mind and healing your heart. Listening, being heard, witnessing, and validating your story are invaluable to your recovery. I am skilled in the area of addictions, abuse recovery, grief and bereavement, PTSD, stress, anxiety, and depression. I will help you learn about compassion for yourself and help you restore your integrity and self-esteem. This can be a transformation, helping you become who you want to be! You will leave each session with a "food for thought" note. It will include thoughts from your session and ideas to focus on between sessions.
What? Me . .traumatized? Surely it's not as bad as. . someone else and Their experience. Trauma comes in many forms and disguises. The back part of the brain subconsciously feels we are in a battle or there's a bear in the cave. Our defenses/ways of coping and triggers arise in ways that aren't helpful or productive/controllable. Reactions/responses seem to come from out of nowhere. These can be signs/symptoms of anxiety, depression, and overwhelm. All can be addressed and shifted in counseling, particularly through EMDR. I am certified in that field and have found it to be life-changing for many.
What? Me . .traumatized? Surely it's not as bad as. . someone else and Their experience. Trauma comes in many forms and disguises. The back part of the brain subconsciously feels we are in a battle or there's a bear in the cave. Our defenses/ways of coping and triggers arise in ways that aren't helpful or productive/controllable. Reactions/responses seem to come from out of nowhere. These can be signs/symptoms of anxiety, depression, and overwhelm. All can be addressed and shifted in counseling, particularly through EMDR. I am certified in that field and have found it to be life-changing for many.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're facing anxiety, depression, or the weight of past trauma. You might feel stuck, disconnected from yourself or others, and unsure how to move forward. Relationships may feel strained, and inner peace may seem out of reach. If you’re struggling to find clarity or balance, you’re not alone. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back and create a path toward healing, growth, and a more fulfilling life.
Life can feel overwhelming when you're facing anxiety, depression, or the weight of past trauma. You might feel stuck, disconnected from yourself or others, and unsure how to move forward. Relationships may feel strained, and inner peace may seem out of reach. If you’re struggling to find clarity or balance, you’re not alone. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back and create a path toward healing, growth, and a more fulfilling life.
Maryann Shepard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, CEAP, SAP, MAC
Indianapolis, IN 46240
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! Thank you for reviewing my practice information; I have worked for many years helping individuals and families. Over the years, I have often heard that my clients are tired, lost and just feel empty. And many times, there's also marital or family conflict. I, also, work with clients that feel that their work is no longer satisfying or enjoyable. Let's talk about all these issues, and find some solutions and start feeling hopeful and excited about your life again. My office hours are flexible; I try to see clients right away. I wish you the best, Maryann
Hi! Thank you for reviewing my practice information; I have worked for many years helping individuals and families. Over the years, I have often heard that my clients are tired, lost and just feel empty. And many times, there's also marital or family conflict. I, also, work with clients that feel that their work is no longer satisfying or enjoyable. Let's talk about all these issues, and find some solutions and start feeling hopeful and excited about your life again. My office hours are flexible; I try to see clients right away. I wish you the best, Maryann
If life feels like a lot right now, whether for you or someone you love, you don’t have to carry it alone. The reasons for seeking therapy can be numerous anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, etc. Sometimes it helps to have an expert hold space to just let you breathe. Maybe you need help finding clarity about what’s next or real tools for change. My hope is that you can have a place that helps you make sense of what’s happening, get expert feedback on a path forward, and help (for you or your loved one) start feeling better, steadier, and more hopeful again.
If life feels like a lot right now, whether for you or someone you love, you don’t have to carry it alone. The reasons for seeking therapy can be numerous anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, etc. Sometimes it helps to have an expert hold space to just let you breathe. Maybe you need help finding clarity about what’s next or real tools for change. My hope is that you can have a place that helps you make sense of what’s happening, get expert feedback on a path forward, and help (for you or your loved one) start feeling better, steadier, and more hopeful again.
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Transpersonal Therapists
How does transpersonal therapy work?
Transpersonal therapy focuses on a patient’s spirituality and meaning in life. Transpersonal therapists might borrow from Eastern traditions as well as Western psychology. They may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork to produce altered states of consciousness. The therapist helps the patient to access their consciousness and spirituality to work through difficult mental states.
How long does transpersonal therapy last?
Because the goal is to understand a person as a whole, including their spirituality, treatment can range from months to a year or beyond. While patients learn the philosophy behind transpersonal therapy during treatment, they can also practice its principles throughout life after therapy sessions have ended.
Is transpersonal therapy effective?
Patients have found success with transpersonal therapy; this method is useful in improving anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity, fears, relationship problems, and other concerns. Improvements in problem areas can continue even after transpersonal therapy ends, as individuals can utilize the tools they’ve learned during treatment sessions.
What are the limitations of transpersonal therapy?
There is some research on the effectiveness of transpersonal therapy, but empirical support for this therapy approach is sparse. It does not have the robust evidence base of other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy.