Parenting Therapists in Mishawaka, IN

You have choices, and sometimes all the choices suck. They just do. I help you find your way through the choices. I believe you matter, and your feelings matter. You don't matter more than anyone else, but you certainly don't matter less! I work hard to understand what you're experiencing.

I welcome people from all walks of life in my practice. During our therapy sessions I offer my clients the space and the time to explore, define and gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships to others and to the world. Turning difficult feelings into words, or into play, in the case of children and perhaps some adults, helps making meaning of human experience. This is the best way to take control of strong emotions, instead of them controlling us.

I'm interested in helping individuals, couples, marriages, and families improve their relationships and quality of life. My background in teaching also makes me especially suited for working with children using sand play, games, and art in addition to traditional talk therapy. I'm trained in systems therapy, which means I view problems and solutions holistically to include the entire family and their natural home, work, and school environments. Therapy can provide a space that fosters the natural healing process within each of us and I enjoy supporting people on this journey.

I am able to SERVE the ENTIRE state of INDIANA via ONLINE platforms, PHONE calls, and TEXT messages. I am a solution focused therapist with 5 years of experience working with individuals and families to help them reach their goals. I get to know my clients and incorporate meaningful activities into our therapeutic sessions to help them work through the issues that are causing them disruption in their lives. I know that life can be difficult due to many different issues. Whatever the issue is, I am happy to work with my clients to help them figure out how to overcome it.

Zarandona Counseling and Assessment Services has partnered with Midwest Recovery and Wellness, and can be found on their website as the "Mishawaka Office.” We currently have 10 therapists, ranging in specialty, and provide services for children 8 years old and up, teens, and adults. Three of our therapists are Spanish speakers. While Elena Zarandona is not currently accepting new clients, she is happy to recommend any of the therapist working with her. When you call, please explain who the appointment is for so we can match you with the best therapist to meet your needs.

Often circumstances in our lives can rob us of the opportunity to become the person you were created to be and living our best life can be stifled. Regardless of what you have been through or are currently going through, you have the power to take back what belongs to you. Naomi is passionate about empowering women on how to survive and to regain their life back through trauma recovery. She is specifically trained to work with a variety of clients with issues related to depression, anxiety, substance abuse issues and other stress responses. Naomi also specialized in guiding women to develop skills that increase their effectiveness.

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 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.

Can't stop worrying? Is it hard to make or follow through on a decision? Do you notice that you're angry more often? I offer a caring compassionate approach to help people with everyday problems and worries. Finding practical solutions that work for you to help end worries or fears, melt downs and to take control of bad habits. I work with you to build on and develop skills that complement the strengths you already have to achieve your life goals.

We take pride in helping clients explore ways to make changes in their lives that will give them strength for the moment and allow them to look forward to the future with hope. We are committed to working closely with those we serve, together we can lay the cornerstone for healthier and happier lives.

Is anxiety, depression, anger, or frustration interfering in the quality of your life? Are you feeling overwhelmed by a major transition in your life, or watching your teenager or spouse struggle? Are you questioning an important relationship in your life? I can help change patterns of behavior that no longer work, and help you learn more effective problem solving, coping and stress management skills. You can and will engage in life again.

Now offering video therapy! Accepts most major insurances. Jeff Blosser is a Licensed Mental Health Counseling with a Master’s Degree from Grace College. He has many years of experience in working with individuals struggling with depression and anxiety issues. He enjoys working with men to overcome pornography/sex addiction problems. He also has a passion for helping couples work through their conflicts and communication problems. Jeff has helped many children, adolescents, and teens deal with the various challenges that come with growing up in the modern world; including problems with self-esteem, school and video game addictions.

Are you looking for a companion on your own journey of becoming? Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, a significant life transition, identity and spiritual issues, or relationship issues? Perhaps you simply desire more wholeness of mind, body and spirit. Or perhaps you are LGBTQ and want an affirming and knowledgeable therapist. If you benefit from talking with someone with clear thinking, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to your unique needs and style, please call me. I work with individuals 14 and older and couples.

Your present suffering, with perhaps it feelings of defeat and or hopelessness, might actually be seeking a new unknown transformational birth within you. You are a unique human being, someone of inherent inner worth. The healing insights you seek are already present within you. Where else could they be? If you are in some way living a lie you are in violation of your forgotten inner truth. The goal of all life is to be whole: one in oneself. Your task now is to courageously set forth on a new inner journey of self-discovery, awakening you to this lost, forgotten part of your self and its restorative gifts of balance and wisdom.

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

My approach to therapy starts with providing you a welcoming, safe and supportive atmosphere where you will have the opportunity to talk about your concerns. I am compassionate and caring, and I invite my clients to see the best in themselves and in others. I use an integrative approach drawing upon my training in family systems and cognitive/behavioral therapies, selecting what will be most helpful for each individual, couple or family. I see my role to be that of supporter, teacher, coach, guide, listening ear, and sounding board.

Specializing in marital/family therapy. I also have a strong background in treating depression and grief issues.

**Currently offering virtual sessions only** I specialize in individual therapy with adolescents and adults. I use a solution-focused approach which means that we will be spending less time talking about the history of problems in your life, and more time building solutions for the present and future. I am warm, open, and friendly and I genuinely love working with people. I have a deep respect for each person's ability to bring about desired change. I will listen to your therapy goals, build a trusting relationship with you, and ultimately help you progress efficiently toward greater happiness and health.

I treat individuals, couples, and families within the context of their systems. A systemic approach to therapy means viewing your challenges within the context of school, work, medical concerns, marriage, family, etc. I believe that being a healthy person means having good boundaries in your biological, psychological, social, emotional and spiritual dimensions of life.

When life doesn't go as planned, we can react with grief, sadness, guilt, anger and worries. Major events such as diagnosis of chronic disease, divorce, trauma, death of a loved one, can contribute to loss of energy and diminished hope for positive change. Even without such dramatic occurrences, depression and anxiety often co-exist. Therapy is a form of self-care, and can provide active listening and non-judgmental regard. Insight into core values can bring clarity, energy and movement toward goals. Mood can improve, decisions can be made with greater confidence, and hope can be restored.