I view therapy as providing a safe, comfortable environment where a client is invited to share their journey through healing. As the therapist, I walk alongside you in trust to provide insight and guidance. I believe the client is truly the expert on his/her own needs and desires. It is my role as the therapist to bring these needs and desires to light. From there, I work with the client to evaluate the best ways to bring about change in their lives and how to practically implement those changes. This healing process empowers clients as they discover strengths and a deeper sense of peace.

Are you feeling stuck, anxious or discouraged? Feeling unfulfilled or overwhelmed? Are there issues from the past that seem to intrude into your present life? Do you isolate and avoid? Are you experiencing difficulties with depression, anxiety, relationships, work or sleep issues? You can find relief and move forward in your life. Looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation? Are you considering a move in a new direction?

"Growth is a process, not an event!" The willingness to change; desire to heal and grow, and to explore life's challenges takes strength and courage. Utilizing a strengths perspective, I provide a collaborative approach to interpersonal work and communication that brings forth your inner wisdom for growth and success. I offer a holistic approach to healing; I believe in the value of treating the "whole person," combining body, mind and spirit. Additionally, I provide a safe and caring atmosphere that encourages one to move through their process and heal.

We all need help sometimes. You don't have to go it alone. I specialize in helping families and children with social and emotional issues, parenting and family dynamics. I offer individual and family sessions for all ages. Using traditional psychotherapy, expressive arts therapy, and play therapy, I take a holistic approach recognizing that many complex factors affect our health, behavior, and relationships.

If something doesn't feel quite right in your life, in how you're handling important relationships, how you're coping with feelings, or how you're progressing with goals; if you feel there are parts of yourself you don't fully understand, and you ready for this to change, then we'll be a good match. I believe psychotherapy requires working together to build understanding and accomplish change. For this, a strong patient-therapist relationship is essential; I am active, involved, responsive, open and communicative. Patients feel they know me, and they experience me as committed to knowing them.

"Building Compassionate Relationships" Do you and your spouse struggle with miscommunication and conflict? Do you sometimes feel out of control of your life and relationship? Are you suffering from anxiety, depression? In our busy and complex world, maintaining strong, supportive relationships and a healthy mindset is key to a satisfying life. With collaboration and respect, I support clients in developing strategies to manage their lives. I work with each client to build on their strengths and to identify and achieve life goals.

When you meet with me, you will feel immediately comfortable. I am very good at helping you to figure out what the challenge is and to provide the support you need for change. I am a child/adolescent specialist. I connect exceptionally well to children and teens and have helped many experience better lives. I have over 17 years experience in practice and have had much success. I am looking forward to meeting with you and finding out how I can help you have a stronger and more positive family and to help you, as an individual, attain your goals.

Infidelity, Sex addiction, Compulsive Porn use and other compulsive sexual behaviors can wreak havoc on ones own life, and leave a wake of pain, betrayal and trauma in the lives of those who are connected with them. If you are a man or woman who relates to this chaos, we are very aware of the shame, pain and confusion you may be feeling. If you are the partner, wife or family member of this individual, we understand the betrayal, trauma, confusion, anger, despair that may be how you are feeling.

I've provided individual and group therapy for at-risk youth, trauma-focused care for survivors of abuse, and relaxation training for adults experiencing anxiety and depression. I also teach mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance skills. I've conducted cognitive and personality assessments for those with learning, attention, and/or emotional concerns as well as pre-trial adult forensic evaluations. I value providing culturally-sensitive treatment if you wish to discuss your cultural background and/or religious/spiritual beliefs in therapy.

**I am not accepting new patients.** During this unprecedented time of uncertainty, it is more important than ever to be aware of the potential negative impact that this world-wide crisis can have on your wellbeing. Worries and fears about the numerous impacts of this disease can become overwhelming and may even leave you feeling hopeless about the future. You may be struggling with feelings of isolation or as if life has just stopped completely. If you are having a difficult time coping or would like support, there are telehealth options for getting the help you need to get through the current situation.

Sea Change Counseling offers holistic and integrative psychotherapy services to address disorders of anxiety, depression, mood, grief, trauma, personality, and relationships. I specialize in trauma recovery and clinical mental health disorders (since 2007) and have advanced certification with special clinical interest in helping individuals with dissociative disorders and complex post traumatic stress disorder. My approach is trauma informed and collaborative--emphasizing the mind-body-spirit connection and I offer individualized and evidenced based options for treatment.

As a clinical Social Worker for over 15 years, I operate from a strengths based perspective. Connection is at the heart of my work with all clients. I believe that the magic behind therapy does not stem from any particular therapeutic modality, but instead from feeling understood and hopeful. I have an extensive background and a passion for working with both children and adults on the Autism Spectrum. I am an AANE Certified Neurodiverse Couples Therapist, and specialize in Neurodiverse relationships. Therapy should be a safe place for clients to identify and work towards positive change.

I am a professor (University of Illinois, currently: Georgetown Medical School) and in private practice. As a teacher of tools, skills and strategies, my clients quickly learn new, more effective behaviors to reduce discomfort and be more successful. My approach is not so much placing a label on people but in offering ideas for what they can DO NOW and in the future to learn and implement new successful behaviors. I enjoy working with mood, anxiety, anger and behavioral problems for all the ages. My approach is pragmatic, behavioral and usually is short-term to achieve well-defined results.

I specialize in counseling for the Deaf and hard of hearing individuals, ages 15 and up. I am fluent in American Sign Language. I also provide counseling to Children of Deaf Adults and ASL interpreters. Sometimes life presents challenges which may impact your emotional well being. As a therapist with more than 28 years of experience, I can help you work through those challenges, whether it may be coping with depression, anxiety, or other life issues. Together, we can develop solutions to help you get back on track and regain hope in your life.

My goal is to help you resolve the challenges in your life, strengthen your relationships with others, and achieve the goals that you set for yourself. By applying the unique therapy approach that is suited toward your needs, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing more fulfilling and meaningful relationships. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move your relationships in a new direction, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.

I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I have worked with clients dealing with a variety of concerns such as adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, PTSD, and psychosis. I tailor my work to meet the needs of the client using a variety of strategies including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, and solution focused therapy. I am also EMDR trained. I believe that the foundation of a healthy and positive therapeutic relationship is being able to trust your therapist. I strive to provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment so the client can begin their journey towards healing.

I hear every day how stressful life is. You may feel like there is no time to focus on your self-care. So many people are feeling worried, sad. and have too many thoughts flowing through their minds. Many people are feeling that life stressors, life transitions, relationships, their job, or extended family are creating high amounts of stress in their life. These things can make it difficult to focus, sleep, or find happiness in their life. Life is so busy and the daily news only increases everyone's stress level. On some days you may have energy and on others, you may just muddle through. I know it is frustrating and tiring

I work with career-oriented individuals to resolve relationship issues, stress at home and work, as well as help parents with challenging adolescents and children. Too much responsibility and stress at home, school or workplace often leads to strained relationships, isolation, loss of motivation or debilitating fears. I help people and families who are affected by anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavior challenges at school, defiance and anger, divorce or trauma. I've worked with children, teens and young adults with emotional disturbances, behavior problems, substance abuse, self-harm, or personality development issues, and helped couples and parents sort through relationship challenges.

Depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, loneliness, life changes, indecision, performance issues, impulsivity . . . we all struggle with something; it is part of the human condition. And at times, it is more than we can manage on our own. Let's collaborate on a mission to understand what is troubling you and identify the steps you may take toward realizing the life you envision. As your therapist, I will listen, but also will actively participate in a conversation about you and what matters most to you. Acceptance and empathy, along with the encouragement and guidance to grow, are the cornerstones of my practice.

Deciding to begin therapy is a big step and I am so happy that you did! I believe in creating a non-judgmental atmosphere during the psychotherapy experience and I work hard to maintain a safe space for all. I see the client as a unique person, working to find solutions to their problems. While working with me, you'll be treated with respect and compassion. I will do my best to help you find your way. I believe that you will find me very easy to talk to, very easy-going, and very respectful of your concerns. I will work to engage you in a way that matches your personality, putting you at ease with this process.