Teletherapy for Newburgh, IN

I am delighted to respond to your inquiry and am willing to help you discover and make sense of yourself, your life purpose, your relationships, and possibly your relationship with God.

Every hero is formed through a coach, veteran, or sage that guides the hero towards realizing that they are stronger than they realize once they find themselves and where their true strength lies. Whether it is Mick with Rocky, Master Splinter to the Ninja Turtles, or Yoda with Luke, true transformation comes after connecting with the right person who knows what steps to take. Your child is a hero that has fought through uncharted territories and he or she might be continuing to fight battles with depression, anxiety, anger, or ADHD. Through struggles is how battles are won, confidence is created, and heroes are forged.

I don't feel like myself. I don’t want to get out of bed or do anything. My teen doesn’t come out of his/her room. My teenager doesn’t seem like him/herself. Any of these sound like you or a loved one? What about, I/(insert loved one) keeps getting worked up over the smallest things or seems to be struggling? Whether you or your loved one know the agenda you want to work on or just need a place to talk freely and figure out how to stop saying these things, I am here to help you. I don’t mind working with anyone age 8 and up but I love the challenge teenagers and young adults bring and helping them see their future differently.

Currently accepting new clients. I have been working in the field of mental health counseling and substance abuse treatment for over 34 years, after graduating from the University of Missouri- Columbia with a Bachelors in Psychology and a Masters in Counseling Psychology. I am currently practicing with my LCAC at Old Towne Counseling of Newburgh, LLC., following my recent retirement from Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare/Stepping Stone after 30 years. I have experience working with individuals struggling with mental health, addiction, and relationship issues.

Leslie Payton, licensed clinical social worker, works with families and individuals to help them create happier and healthier lives. Leslie has experience in working with adolescents and adults to help them overcome adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, codependency, substance abuse, OCD, panic disorder, and relationship issues.

The practice is currently accepting new clients. My approach is client-centered offering a safe and professional space to those seeking and needing counseling services. I work with clients on identifying goals to support positive change and growth within their lives using modalities of Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solutions-Focused and Mindfulness. Services offered through telehealth or in-person sessions.

Do you find you have difficulty managing your emotions? Do you feel trapped in your behavior patterns and looking for a way to change? Perhaps you are struggling with a loss, the death of a loved one, an addiction, a complicated relationship, an eating disorder, engaging in self-harm, thoughts of suicide, or any other number of life's difficulties. Taking the first step may seem difficult, but through genuine connection, compassion and collaboration, I believe together we can work to get you closer to where you want to be in your life.

Therapy is a unique experience for each individual. Whether you may be struggling with anxious or sad thoughts, or needing a neutral third party to assist in developing clarity and balance in your life, therapy can provide you with the tools to implement change and personal growth.

BrainPower is committed to improving the health and well-being of children, youth, and families affected by developmental and behavioral disorders. We offer state of the art clinical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for children and youth with known or suspected developmental delays or disabilities. Our mental health professionals have over 30 years of experience testing and treating children and have graduated from rigorous training programs in pediatric psychology, such as the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. We specialize in treating/assessing very young children and those with suspected diagnoses of autism, ADHD, anxiety, ODD, and severe behavioral concerns.

Currently accepting new clients. Are you feeling overwhelmed, guilty, sad, or lost? Starting therapy can feel scary, but having someone to guide you toward your goals can be very helpful. Our mental health should be taken care of just like our physical health. My approach to therapy as a clinician is very client centered, meaning, I respect where everyone is in their process of wanting to make change, because as we know, change is not always that easy.

Are you having trouble communicating with your child or helping them find their inner spark? I often work with children and families who are struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, and/or ADHD, or who have experienced traumatic events. Additionally, I am passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ youth and their families to provide gender-affirming care and support. I seek to assist clients with improving their ability to function in their daily lives in ways that utilize their strengths, as well as to help them better understand where their own thoughts and feelings are coming from.

(Currently accepting new clients) I have been working in the field of social work since 2013 after graduating from USI with my Masters in Social Work, and currently practicing with my LCSW at Old Towne Counseling of Newburgh, LLC. I have experience working with individuals struggling with mental health and addiction, ranging from school aged children to adults of any age. I also specialize in marriage and family therapy. Working in a variety of settings has given me experience with a multitude of diagnoses and problems. I believe everyone deserves a second chance in life and to take back control over what was once lost.

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT-S). I specialize in play therapy, First Play, individual counseling with children and adolescents, and family therapy. I have over 12 years experience as a therapist. I work with infants, children, adolescents, adults, and families all struggling with a variety of difficulties such as PTSD, anxiety, attachment, depression, ADHD, trauma issues, emotional regulation, and coping skills. My goal is to help you through your journey of healing and to help bring peace and comfort back into your life.

Working with new clients- Do you feel stuck? I help clients who struggle with people-pleasing, perfectionism, high-achievement and everyone who feels anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted and feel like they aren't measuring up. Do you engage in critical self-talk, compare and despair, impossible expectations? I teach clients strategies that positively impact relationships, mood, stress, work, parenting, lifestyle, etc. Thoughts play an important role in how we perceive ourselves, others, and our environment. I aim to identify negative, inaccurate, self-limiting thoughts and evolve them into limitless thinking patterns.

If you are reading this, I am assuming that you want something in your life to change. Perhaps your stomach is in knots because of relationship issues, or stress at work. You might be worried about your children, even if they are adults. Someone very significant to you, might be missing from your life. Maybe you feel lonely, useless, unappreciated, anxious, unloved, or uneasy for a multitude of reasons. Perhaps its Covid-19, the economy and political divisiveness that is causing anxiety. You are searching for someone to help you, someone you can trust, to nudge you and and maybe significant others, in the "right direction".

Playful Healing & Counseling sees clients from all walks of life. Anxiety, depression, PTSD, attachment problems, behavior difficulties, autism, problems in school, substance abuse, family conflict, marital discord are a few examples of what we treat in our practice. Go to our website, www.playfulhealingandcounseling.com, for more information or to schedule an appointment!