Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Pendleton, IN

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.

Do you ever feel overwhelmed and struggle to cope with grief, sadness, depression, anxiety, etc.? I can help you navigate these feelings and offer suggestions to move forward toward hope to improve various life challenges. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from Indiana University in 2018. I've worked in many different settings doing individual, group and family therapy. I have worked with individuals from teenagers to older adults who have experienced personal issues including, individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities, depression, anxiety, addictions, trauma, abuse, grief, dependency, and many more.

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 young ones 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.

If you or your child are suffering from an OCD or an anxiety disorder you are not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness and yet most sufferers do not have access to effective treatment. The good news is that if you or your loved one is troubled with unwanted thoughts or worries, physical symptoms due to anxiety, perfectionism, phobias, health fears, or any other anxiety, there is help. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and more specifically exposure therapy has repeatedly shown to be the most effective approach for defeating anxiety and OCD.

Life can throw a lot of challenges and create feelings of insecurity and uncertainty. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, stress, or just need someone to help think through problems with, I am here and ready to help. I am driven and dedicated to support you in your journey to a healthier, happier you. I believe therapy is a joint effort, where your opinions and goals are crucial to the therapeutic process. I strive to create a space in which you feel heard, valued, respected, and not judged. My job is to provide guidance, support, teach applicable skills, and empower you to reach your goals.

Humans have a biological need to feel safe and worthy of love. In a world that repeatedly invalidates sensitivity and vulnerability, it’s not surprising that many of us struggle to feel happy, attain goals and find fulfilling romantic relationships. Some of us turn to substances, while others over function. If we are parents, we may find that we accidently repeat hurtful dynamics with our own children. Suddenly, or not so suddenly, we find ourselves struggling with guilt, shame and hopelessness. I am here to provide a warm and non-judgmental space, so that we may explore the strength and resilience you already posess.

Are you struggling to embrace why you were created? Are you needing to be empowered to experience freedom from addiction, pain, abuse, and trauma? My experience has primarily centered around males, from childhood up through adulthood, who have dealt with depression and anxiety, traumatic relationships, crisis interventions, and various forms of addiction.

I have worked as a School Counselor and in private practice. I have worked with children and adults suffering from ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem Issues, and Substance Abuse concerns.

You deserve a safe and unbiased person to process difficult emotions and situations with. Together, we will help you find new ways of coping and connecting to those you value most. I work with teens and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, irritability and trauma. If you're ready for something to be different, I am here to support you.

My approach to therapy starts with creating a safe environment where clients feel comfortable. I incorporate empathy, warmth, collaboration, and genuineness to build trust and establish a strong therapeutic relationship. I use a flexible, integrative approach to meet the unique needs of each client where they are by combining various aspects of CBT, DBT , and MI.

Hello and welcome! I’m Jen, an eating disorder therapist, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. I specialize in working with clients with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns. I help clients reframe negative thoughts around food and their body, reduce anxiety around fear foods, feel more comfortable eating in social situations, and cultivate self-compassion and trust.

My therapeutic focus is on helping clients identify and take responsibility for addressing issues ranging from minor life adjustment problems to serious mental health conditions based in brain chemistry deficits. Licensed as a clinical social worker since 1993, I have worked in the behavioral health field since 1979 in a variety of mental health and addictions-focused settings, including inpatient/hospital, intensive outpatient, outpatient, and educational programs. I also have an LMHC and an LCAC. I consider it an honor to work with clients courageous enough to ask for and accept help in meeting life's challenges.

IF YOU are here, you are ready to face your demons. You’ve had experiences in life that still haunt you, like a bad childhood, a horrible break up, or the death of a loved one. You’ve been able to maintain a sense of normalcy, but underneath the surface you are in emotional pain & you can’t quite put your finger on it. You may have turned to alcohol or drugs numb the pain or feel alive. You know you’re a good person and have every reason to be happy, and yet you can’t seem to FEEL completely happy and well. There’s a disconnect between your mind and your heart/soul. Perhaps your intimate relationship is struggling too.

My role is to help you figure out what you want, what gets in the way, and how to get there. Lack of focus in life often is at the heart of peoples' problems. If you have concerns with depression, anxiety, fear, confusion, relationship, identity, spirituality, career options, personality, sadness, hopelessness, a sense of aimlessness, loss, even anger and irritability--all of these concerns can be helped by learning how to direct yourself.

Are you struggling mentally and feeling stuck? Are you motivated to change? My name is Heather Fisher and I offer individual therapy services to people ages 14 and up struggling with various mental health issues and addictions. I am dedicated to helping clients gain more insight and reasoning behind behaviors, thoughts, and emotions. I am educated in various therapeutic techniques that can help clients learn various techniques and skills to improve feels of pleasure and contentment with life.

I explain to my clients that the hardest work they will do will be outside of the counseling office. Changing behaviors and ways of thinking can be the most difficult challenge when you feel stuck. I'm here to help individuals and couples improve communication and engage in healthier coping skills.