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Mercedes Hockemeyer, LSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47905
Over the past four years I have collaborated with my clients to manage their mental health symptoms and life stressors using clinically proven therapeutic methods. I am passionate about my career and have experience with adolescents and adults who struggle with family and relationship problems, anxiety, grief, depression, addiction, trauma, self-esteem and motivation, and regulating difficult emotions. I want to help you determine why you are currently experiencing challenges and develop goals and actions to resolve these issues.
Over the past four years I have collaborated with my clients to manage their mental health symptoms and life stressors using clinically proven therapeutic methods. I am passionate about my career and have experience with adolescents and adults who struggle with family and relationship problems, anxiety, grief, depression, addiction, trauma, self-esteem and motivation, and regulating difficult emotions. I want to help you determine why you are currently experiencing challenges and develop goals and actions to resolve these issues.
(765) 548-3986 View (765) 548-3986
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Gen Judayna Elmahdi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lafayette, IN 47905  (Online Only)
Gen Judayna, LCSW has been providing individual and family services since 2003.
Visit Gen at www.facebook.com/genjudaynaprivatepractice/ or www.genjudayna.com . Gen's life's work is to assist you in realizing who you were created to be and realizing all that you are. Gen genuinely cares about her clients and will go above and beyond to provide the best guidance and support. She will take the time to listen, assess, understand, and provide helpful insights to assist you in dealing with your current situation. Gen believes in meeting clients where they are and working together on goals that are important to the individual or family.
Gen Judayna, LCSW has been providing individual and family services since 2003.
Visit Gen at www.facebook.com/genjudaynaprivatepractice/ or www.genjudayna.com . Gen's life's work is to assist you in realizing who you were created to be and realizing all that you are. Gen genuinely cares about her clients and will go above and beyond to provide the best guidance and support. She will take the time to listen, assess, understand, and provide helpful insights to assist you in dealing with your current situation. Gen believes in meeting clients where they are and working together on goals that are important to the individual or family.
(765) 780-0886 View (765) 780-0886
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Carrie Leak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47905
We sometimes need a formal support to help us work through issues and guide us into our true authentic self. With more than 15 years in the social work field, I have been able to collaborate with many individuals (kids, teens and adults) to help them heal and identify solutions for life's many challenges. I have experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety and substance use. l am trained in CBT, DBT, and MET and have training in EMDR and Child Centered Play Therapy.
We sometimes need a formal support to help us work through issues and guide us into our true authentic self. With more than 15 years in the social work field, I have been able to collaborate with many individuals (kids, teens and adults) to help them heal and identify solutions for life's many challenges. I have experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety and substance use. l am trained in CBT, DBT, and MET and have training in EMDR and Child Centered Play Therapy.
(765) 946-4082 View (765) 946-4082
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Rhyannon Shuck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47909
As a trauma therapist, I specialize in guiding both children and adults on their journey towards healing and reclaiming their lives. I am committed to providing a safe space where individuals can explore, process, and ultimately overcome the challenges of trauma. I believe in the inherent resilience of the human spirit and the power of connection in the healing process. Whether you're a child struggling to make sense of overwhelming emotions or an adult navigating the aftermath of past traumas, I am here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
As a trauma therapist, I specialize in guiding both children and adults on their journey towards healing and reclaiming their lives. I am committed to providing a safe space where individuals can explore, process, and ultimately overcome the challenges of trauma. I believe in the inherent resilience of the human spirit and the power of connection in the healing process. Whether you're a child struggling to make sense of overwhelming emotions or an adult navigating the aftermath of past traumas, I am here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
(765) 764-9714 View (765) 764-9714
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Amanda Moss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette, IN 47909
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker that has been in the mental health field since 2015. I am currently accepting new patients. I have always had a passion for helping others achieve their goals and reach their full potential. I enjoy working with those that struggle with addiction, depression, trauma, anxiety, stressful life situations, and relational issues. Our connections with others are so important and when we struggle in relation to others is often when we seek outside help.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker that has been in the mental health field since 2015. I am currently accepting new patients. I have always had a passion for helping others achieve their goals and reach their full potential. I enjoy working with those that struggle with addiction, depression, trauma, anxiety, stressful life situations, and relational issues. Our connections with others are so important and when we struggle in relation to others is often when we seek outside help.
(765) 266-3573 View (765) 266-3573
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Still Waters Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lafayette, IN 47904
I love working with clients who are curious about themselves. Anxiety, depression, perfectionism, spirituality, relationship issues and self acceptance are the areas I work with most frequently. I see adolescants through adulthood. Life has many transitions, twists and turns. I enjoying being part of the process as clients begin to connect pieces of life and reframe the negative narratives they once believed into empowerment and strength.
I love working with clients who are curious about themselves. Anxiety, depression, perfectionism, spirituality, relationship issues and self acceptance are the areas I work with most frequently. I see adolescants through adulthood. Life has many transitions, twists and turns. I enjoying being part of the process as clients begin to connect pieces of life and reframe the negative narratives they once believed into empowerment and strength.
(765) 562-9960 View (765) 562-9960
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Monica Erk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47904
We all go through seasons in our lives where it would be beneficial to have someone come along side and help us get out of our own muck. I work with a variety of people but particularly like helping people get past traumatic events or to have better relationships with others.
We all go through seasons in our lives where it would be beneficial to have someone come along side and help us get out of our own muck. I work with a variety of people but particularly like helping people get past traumatic events or to have better relationships with others.
(765) 212-3712 View (765) 212-3712
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Inner Demons Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47905
For more than ten years, I've worked with teenagers (15+) and adults of all ages to address a multitude of concerns: self-esteem, life changes, grief, anxiety, interpersonal problems, chronic illness, loved ones struggling with addiction, depression, and issues specific to LGBTQ+ folks. I also strive to consider the importance of race, disability, body size, gender identity, sexuality, and many more intersecting, marginalized identities within sessions. I'm committed to counseling that is anti-racist, is queer friendly, and rejects diet culture.
For more than ten years, I've worked with teenagers (15+) and adults of all ages to address a multitude of concerns: self-esteem, life changes, grief, anxiety, interpersonal problems, chronic illness, loved ones struggling with addiction, depression, and issues specific to LGBTQ+ folks. I also strive to consider the importance of race, disability, body size, gender identity, sexuality, and many more intersecting, marginalized identities within sessions. I'm committed to counseling that is anti-racist, is queer friendly, and rejects diet culture.
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Becky VanDenburgh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47901
Taking new clients at this time! If I asked you to name all the things in life you loved; how long would it take you to name yourself? Through my extensive experience working in mental health, I've adopted a style of therapy that is both direct, empowering and supportive. My experience allows for me to be flexible in my treatment approach, ensuring that I am providing counseling services that are individualized to meet your needs. My therapy strengths are in treating trauma/complex trauma, anxiety disorders, and depression. I am a certified EMDR therapist. I am now offering EMDR Intensives.
Taking new clients at this time! If I asked you to name all the things in life you loved; how long would it take you to name yourself? Through my extensive experience working in mental health, I've adopted a style of therapy that is both direct, empowering and supportive. My experience allows for me to be flexible in my treatment approach, ensuring that I am providing counseling services that are individualized to meet your needs. My therapy strengths are in treating trauma/complex trauma, anxiety disorders, and depression. I am a certified EMDR therapist. I am now offering EMDR Intensives.
(317) 794-2485 View (317) 794-2485
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Dominique Jackson-Pittman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, TMH-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lafayette, IN 47901  (Online Only)
Do you often feel on edge, fatigued, or irritable? Do you feel like there are no other options or that no one is listening? Do you feel like you struggle to focus on the present because of so much thought on the past? Do you isolate or often feel down? These are all common for many of us at different parts of our lives. Many of us need support and struggle to discover who and what resources we have so that we may overcome life stressors. Therapy could be just what you need to tap into your best you! You have made a major step in your mental health journey just by searching for a therapist to fit your needs.
Do you often feel on edge, fatigued, or irritable? Do you feel like there are no other options or that no one is listening? Do you feel like you struggle to focus on the present because of so much thought on the past? Do you isolate or often feel down? These are all common for many of us at different parts of our lives. Many of us need support and struggle to discover who and what resources we have so that we may overcome life stressors. Therapy could be just what you need to tap into your best you! You have made a major step in your mental health journey just by searching for a therapist to fit your needs.
(312) 584-3640 View (312) 584-3640
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Dixie J Pederson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47905  (Online Only)
(765) 357-6752 View (765) 357-6752
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Healing Gardens Counseling Center
Counselor, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Lafayette, IN 47905
Not accepting new clients
Trauma can be difficult and complex. The path to healing can be as well. Clients who have experienced trauma, but who have a strong desire to overcome their obstacles and strive for a healthy, balanced way of life, relieved of the mounting weight of the experience, are the clients that instill enthusiasm and drive in me. Their needs may range from help processing underlying emotions, dismantling unhelpful thought patterns, or creating goals that align with their strengths. These values and motives make up my ideal client. They want freedom from a negative experience because they know the potential joy of being their fullest self.
Trauma can be difficult and complex. The path to healing can be as well. Clients who have experienced trauma, but who have a strong desire to overcome their obstacles and strive for a healthy, balanced way of life, relieved of the mounting weight of the experience, are the clients that instill enthusiasm and drive in me. Their needs may range from help processing underlying emotions, dismantling unhelpful thought patterns, or creating goals that align with their strengths. These values and motives make up my ideal client. They want freedom from a negative experience because they know the potential joy of being their fullest self.
(765) 553-4716 View (765) 553-4716

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Heather Levy-Wuertz
Counselor, LMHCA
Verified Verified
West Lafayette, IN 47906
My passion for over 20 years has been to walk alongside individuals struggling in everyday life. I believe there is hope for every person to learn skills and find encouragement to make their lives a little better. I seek to provide space where individuals can feel safe, comfortable, listened to, cared about. I am experienced in working with those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, family conflict, emotional regulation, trauma, life transitions, grief, self-esteem, self-identity, anger management, friendships, and school related issues. I have primary experience with children, adolescents, young adults, and women.
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Melodie Martini
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
West Lafayette, IN 47907
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Angelica Ronke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Lafayette, IN 47906
Hello there! My name is Ama Angelica Marilyn Ronke, LCSW, and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to share with you a little about my approach to therapy and my focus areas of practice. As a licensed clinical social worker in both Indiana and Florida, I am dedicated to providing my clients with a safe and supportive space to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I understand that taking the first step can be daunting and may bring up a lot of questions and concerns. I want to assure you that in our first session together, we will explore your needs and what you hope to gain from therapy.
Hello there! My name is Ama Angelica Marilyn Ronke, LCSW, and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to share with you a little about my approach to therapy and my focus areas of practice. As a licensed clinical social worker in both Indiana and Florida, I am dedicated to providing my clients with a safe and supportive space to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I understand that taking the first step can be daunting and may bring up a lot of questions and concerns. I want to assure you that in our first session together, we will explore your needs and what you hope to gain from therapy.
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Kimberly Sue Beck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
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My name is Kimberly Beck and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I've been providing therapy for nearly 20 years. Though I work with many diagnoses, I most often treat adult female survivors of trauma. I enjoy addressing women's issues with a gender specific and holistic approach. I believe in collaborative work with clients where we are partners in your healing process. I consider you the expert because no one knows you like you do. Some of my preferred interventions include CBT, Schema Therapy. Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR.
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Adair McDonald
Counselor, LMHC
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Teri Wilder
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
West Lafayette, IN 47907
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Maria C Guarraci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Lafayette, IN 47907
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Brittany Sperka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Lafayette, IN 47907
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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.