Lesbian Therapists in Noblesville, IN

I work with kids and adults from all over the world, and use an integrative approach to counseling, as I don't believe that one-size-fits-all in therapy. I am passionate about helping expat adults and third culture kids (TCK's) as they live in new cultures and navigate all that entails. I also enjoy working with international clients, specifically Arab clients, and have a good understanding of the culture and traditions. I am EMDR Trained (Level 2), trauma informed, adoption informed, I coach parents of kids with an FASD and use mindfulness, self-compassion, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT & REBT), and person-centered approaches.

If you have made it this far, you are wanting to find some answers. Together, we can come up with a plan to help you come up with a solution. Do you need guidance on guidance on parenting, setting appropriate boundaries, and dealing with behaviors from your children that seem out of control. Maybe your child needs help with emotional regulation and behavior modification or your teen is dealing with anxiety or depression symptoms. You may need help yourself dealing with these challenges or have experienced childhood trauma or struggle with the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

It is my honor to collaborate with clients as they access their strengths and resilience to make and maintain meaningful change. I work to create a warm, non-judgment, and trauma-informed therapy space, so we can develop an individualized treatment plan tailored to your personal values and needs. We then partner together as we explore the many facets and layers of you, your family and your environment in order to help you learn more about yourself. Let’s understand your struggles and make concrete changes in your life. I believe in a person’s ongoing ability to grow and change. It is my pleasure to partner with you on that journey.

Compassionate Roots was made for those of us that are a little awkward, quirky and anxious. Do you want to pursue therapy but fear being judged? Are you highly sensitive and empathetic? Do you want to incorporate nature into your wellness? Welcome, you just found your safe place! My approach and motto are simple - everyone deserves a compassionate, and judgement free environment to heal and grow. I have a warm and interactive approach. My priority as your therapist is that you feel safe, heard, and that you feel comfortable as your authentic self. Therapy should not feel stuffy or tense!

I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed Art Therapy, and Sand Tray Therapy. I utilize traditional talk-based interventions as well as expressive interventions (i.e. art, music, play, sand tray) when appropriate. My specialties include working from an empathic, trauma-informed approach with people who have the desire to learn about themselves and how to better manage a wide range of diagnoses and presenting problems, including trauma, ADD (ADHD), anxiety, grief/loss, adoption, depression, and general identity and relational struggles.

You've recognized that you aren't living life the way you want, but you aren't sure where to turn for reliable help. You may have even looked into therapy or presently be seeing a therapist, but your anxiety-related disorder hasn't been effectively addressed. You realize that your anxiety has gotten to be so much of a problem that you can no longer ignore it. It's starting to impact your health, and maybe other areas of your life, too. You have been trying so hard to work on it, but it's been a struggle trying to do it on your own.

Shelley Lafferty is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, in the state of Indiana, with a certification in Animal Assisted Social Work. Dallas is her registered therapy dog. She has 8 years of experience providing therapeutic services in working with adults and adolescents. Shelley can also provide these services in Spanish. Shelley seeks to establish a warm and caring relationship with you in order to walk with you as you work together, building on your strengths, moving in the direction of our goals and values, and helping you find your balance to live your most meaning life.

Has life ever felt overwhelming? Have you felt you would benefit from someone to listen, suggest something new to try, or just talk you through somewhere to start? Dealing with stress, conflict in relationships, feelings of being out of control, inability to organize thoughts and everyday life, and/or navigating crisis alongside personal or family responsibilities can be overwhelming and make it difficult to seek help. You've made a courageous stride forward by coming here!

Are you ready to make a change? I'm Cheri Counterman, LCSW. I've been working as a therapist and medical social worker for over a decade. I've worked with clients who have had a wide range of concerns like depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, trauma, and many more. For therapeutic modalities, I specialize in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) but also utilize other forms of therapy like CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and MI (Motivational Interviewing). I am passionate about learning new therapeutic skills and attend yearly trainings to stay on top of new evidence-based therapies.

Life can often feel like a roller coaster. The pressure to perform in various areas of life can feel heavy and difficult. We all have personal and relational things impacting our lives no matter what stage of life we are in. I understand that it's difficult to ask for help and yet I know from personal experience the first step toward healing can be reaching out to someone who is able and willing to listen and walk the journey with you for a time.

Working with teens is my passion: the teen brain provides a great opportunity to learn life-long skills and healthy thinking patterns as adult emotions emerge. The past several years have thrown many challenges at our youth and many of them are struggling with keeping up with school, friends, all while healing from so many changes! Therapy helps sort through difficult thoughts & feelings while teaching teens learn to advocate for their needs appropriately.

I specialize in psychological testing for individuals ages 6 and up. Psychological testing can aid in diagnostic clarification (cognitive, ADHD, mood and personality issues) help inform treatment plans and provide the clients a better understanding of what is going on. I would be honored to help you and/or your loved ones through their journey to better mental health.

I have experience working with clients with trauma, OCD, depression, anxiety, and difficulty living under oppression. I am passionate about working with clients who need their identities embraced and empowered by the therapeutic process. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals as well as their families to find ways to best support them. Clients from all walks of life seeking change and understanding find themselves in my office. Here they have a nonjudgmental space to explore their pasts to find resolution, work through daily stressors, and search for meaning.

Do you want to experience more happiness, peace and joy in your life? It is possible to create the life you want and envision. So, if you are experiencing anxiety, a current or past trauma or relationship issues, I will help you learn how to manage your emotions, work through the pain and hurt and let go of the past. I specialize in improving self-worth, helping couples and families resolve conflicts and develop powerful communication skills, effective parenting strategies, making life transitions, grief and loss, reducing anxiety and working through trauma. Most importantly, I instill hope and help you step into and create possibilities.

Are you struggling to find meaning and satisfaction in your life? If unresolved trauma has left you feeling alone and helpless, or the catastrophic predictions of anxiety have kept you immobilized, I can help. Throughout my career I have worked in several different levels of care and have extensive training treating addiction, mood disorders, and trauma. My personal journey in long term recovery as well as professional career has been focused on assisting people to shift from a sense of powerlessness to deep personal empowerment.

Becoming a therapist has been about embracing change and humanity in my own personal walk of life. My own deep heartache and resilience has propelled me into a career in which I can mindfully guide others through the healing and growth process. True growth, acceptance, and change can happen through the work and hope that therapy provides. Personally, I am a parent of two imperfectly perfect humans, was a teacher of many children, and now use my loving nature to examine and hope, as well as, offer opportunities to change with individuals in therapy. Moving through the love of moments and reality is a test of time.

I can help with many issues from day-to-day struggles to processing trauma. I am a compassionate listener who can assist with personal growth, and will tailor our sessions to YOUR needs, interests, and concerns.

Are you feeling “stressed out” and overwhelmed, or concerned that your relationship may be on “life support”? Are you struggling to overcome a history of physical, emotional, or sexual trauma? Have alcohol and/or drugs become a means of coping with anxiety, depression, grief, or the stressors of daily life? Or, are you a man struggling with an addiction to sex or pornography? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. I know this is difficult. You’ve likely been debating seeking help for months if not years.

Are you feeling stuck? Having difficulty keeping up? Wanting to make a change but don't know where to start? Change can be scary, and even more intimidating if feeling overwhelmed or alone. But change is possible, offers an opportunity for growth, and there is always hope for a better future. I have years of experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings with individuals of all ages and families of all backgrounds. I offer a calm, warm, nonjudgmental space where issues of all types and sizes may be explored. In a safe, supportive environment, therapeutic services are adapted to meet your individualized needs and goals.