Teletherapy for Kentucky

Life is complicated. Stress is inevitable. And, if you find yourself feeling overwhelmed by life or stressors it's ok to talk to someone. Therapy can help individuals, couples, and families to journey through life by making small changes which can have a big positive impact on how you approach and balance the many complex systems of life. As a therapist I will work with you to discover and restore your inner peace, improve communication, and provide feedback to discover what the next right step will before you.

Your busy life may make it difficult to get into a therapy session. I offer face to face, telephone, video sessions, and evening appointments for your convenience. Additionally, you can make your appointments directly from my website. I am licensed in California, Kentucky, Ohio and Texas. I provide video sessions for my CA and TX clients, and in office as well as video session for my KY and OH clients. You will find more information about my practice at www.consultamita.com, or check out my Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/consultamita/ for weekly video tips on how to improve your life and relationships.

My ideal client is someone who recognizes the need for change in their life, but may not know how to go about it to produce positive results. I primarily treat adults and teens who are struggling with trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, and relationship issues. In addition, cultivating self-awareness and figuring out what goals you have is a big part of therapy no matter what you come in with and is something everyone could benefit from. Being open to talk about hard things is difficult, but also very brave. I see it as a privilege to get to work with those who are ready to make that step in a safe validating environment.

With our world increasingly changing every day, feelings of ‘uncertainty’ are constantly on the rise. Often, we can find it difficult to consistently meet the challenges and demands of our given lifestyle. But add to this that we are frequently taken to task by a ‘surprise unknown’ or two: Lost jobs. Lost relationships. Health issues. Even a lost childhood pulling at you. Maybe all of the above, and then some! Of course, each of us tries to meet these unknowns to the best of our ability. And at times even our absolute best efforts won’t get us back on course.

I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families from all walks of life. I provide support to those who are experiencing a wide range of mental health struggles and life concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, attachment issues, and those facing difficult life transitions.

My specialty client populations I have worked with previously are those struggling with addiction, those experiencing homelessness, and at-risk youth. Any goal, need, and challenge brought to me are met with the understanding that you are the expert of your situation. I will work to assist you through using the skills I have accumulated throughout my education and career to best serve you at your most vulnerable times while learning from your experiences to provide the best possible care and further assist where and when able. I have experience in both outpatient and inpatient counseling, as well as individual and group counseling.

When the the decision fatigue is real- Feeling overwhelmed with all the responsibilities of adulting? Trying to find a good work/life balance? Finding yourself stuck in a cycle of being attracted to all the “wrong people?” Having a hard time prioritizing your life, being appropriately assertive, and setting boundaries? Life can often feel “too much” and you find yourself wanting to do and be better but when you stop to try and figure it out, it’s so overwhelming. So, you do nothing instead because it’s easier to just avoid. If you're a parent, that adds another extra layer of "too much," exhaustion, and stress.

You've handled anxiety in the past. You pushed through the stress, kept your head above water, survived. You've shrugged off healthy habits and are too restless to take advice like 'exercise, take breaks and have some fun.' You think, "I'll be better when I finish (blank)." But will it? So you bury thoughts and feelings, keep moving, and distract yourself from overwork, over-responsibility and over-worrying. What you need might not be more advice. What might help more is hope that you can calm anxious thoughts, decrease anger and be more present at home or at work. You might just need convincing that habits and thoughts can change.

I'm accepting Clients! and offering ZOOM, phone and office sessions. FIRST SESSION DISCOUNT! Feeling Stuck? Need Solutions? Everyone does sometimes. When you're stuck, try something different! I treat Individuals, couples, families - I am genuine, down to earth, empathetic and take a gentle approach, I treat depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, grief/loss, job stresses, toxic relationships and divorce recovery. Are you a highly sensitive person? Does life overwhelm you? I understand and I can help. If spirituality is a comfort, I am a Christian and comfortable including all faiths into our conversations.

It is a great honor to be chosen to work with people and witness their return to their wholeness and ability to reach their full potential after suffering with stress, anxiety and depression, personality disorders and relationship breakdowns. I specialize in Mindfulness Based Coaching, Counseling and Therapy. Neurological and clinical studies have proven the positive impact of Mindfulness in dealing with mental health suffering through reduced rumination, stress reduction, more cognitive flexibility, less emotional reactivity, increased focus and concentration. I provide quality client-centered services.

The therapeutic relationship is the single best predictor of therapy outcome as well as the primary agent of change. I invite you to join me in an authentic, collaborative partnership in which we co-create a space in which you can feel safe to explore, identify, and ultimately change the intrapersonal and interpersonal dynamics that are producing distress and disturbance in your life. In this process, I will serve as an experienced guide and trusted companion on your journey of self-discovery with the ultimate aim of helping you reclaim authorship of your own life and enhance your capacities for joy, love, creativity, and play.

Are thoughts of retirement or making career changes bringing up fear and angst for you? Have you recently become a caregiver for a loved one who is struggling with a chronic illness or have you been diagnosed with a life-threatening chronic illness and are still coming to terms with it? Are you struggling with a relationship loss or a death loss? As we go through life we undergo so many transitions- some planned and some unplanned. If you need a safe space to explore how these transitions are affecting you then I may be the professional for you.

Do you hide unexplained anxiety or anger under a calm 'put-together' exterior? Do you struggle with self-defeating behaviors and don't really know why? You may be struggling because of developmental trauma. The effects of adverse childhood experiences continue on into adulthood: difficulty trusting, difficulty tolerating and regulating emotions and often physical challenges such as autoimmune issues. I provide emotional support and insightful relational engagement to help you overcome developmental trauma and begin to flourish and thrive instead of just survive.

Every person is unique in their own way, and as such, so are their problems. Therapy is a unique and special journey for every individual and child, and it is my job to make sure I am there to successfully guide them through the process. I strive to help my clients break free from their feelings of despair, dissatisfaction, and dismay and gain or regain a sense of control, peace, and wholeness. While my specialty began in couples counseling, I have found that working with children and adolescents is what brings me a sense of happiness and fulfillment.

Do you need help with your anxiety or depression? Are you feeling sadness, fear, anger, stress, worry? Is it hard to get through the day? Are you being bullied? Do you wish you had closer relationships? Do you have long standing problems that just seem to never get better? Do you have a hard time telling people “no”? Do you wish you stood up for yourself better? Do you need to feel better about yourself? Do you need a better life balance?