Do you feel as though you've forgotten parts of yourself? Often, because of trauma and stress, we might consciously or unconsciously disown parts of ourselves. We might grow to view certain coping skills or patterns as “bad” when ultimately, they most likely served an important purpose in our lives. I aim to help my clients explore themselves, part by part, with gentle curiosity. Through using a variety of experiential approaches, we will work together to heal these pieces, allowing us to become more integrated, free, and whole.

I help people calm their busy minds, and reconnect to their deeper selves. I specialize in helping clients recover from anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and traumatic or dysfunctional childhoods. The racing, frantic thoughts of an anxiety disorder, the exhaustion of depression, and an uncertain sense of self do not have to be a part of your life any longer. My clients report that they have happier and healthier lives with increased self-awareness, self-esteem, and more satisfying interactions throughout their lives. My approach is nonjudgemental and non-pathologizing, and I am committed to my clients' healing.

Are relationship issues, anxiety and/or depression keeping you up at night? The counselors at ECC will work with you to help you improve the quality of your your life and your relationships. Our dynamic team of counselors seek to understand and resolve the real-life, everyday challenges many of us face. We work with a wide range of issues and have a diverse team of therapists trained in a variety of specialties. This allows us to create a personalized treatment plan to meet your individual needs.

I enjoy working with individuals, couples, teens and families and helping them to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships. Common issues I work with are anxiety, depression, relationship issues like unhealthy communication patterns, low self-esteem and limiting beliefs like, "I'm not good enough", "I can't get what I want", "I don't deserve love", "I can't stand it. Life and love are too painful." Many of the above keep us feeling stuck and my role is to help people breakthrough these issues. Often the issues have been around for years and people need more support and intervention to create lasting change.

Is stress keeping you up at night? Are patterns from your past limiting your quality of life. I understand just how demanding life can be. My goal is to help you feel better by increasing your self-awareness, coping skills, and offering tools that will help you to improve the quality of your life and relationships. My mission is to foster a culture that supports compassion, creativity, diversity, and generosity. I am committed to helping you experience freedom from your past and the freedom to create a life that you love.

Welcome to Ron Hillman Counseling!

I have a special interest in working with adults and couples navigating persistent worries, unhealthy thoughts, establish healthy boundaries and communication, and identify what causes feeling stuck. Are you struggling in your marriage or relationships with others, experiencing extreme anxiety and sadness you can't shake off, or unable to let go of unhealthy relationships - past and present? You might question, "is something wrong with me? What's wrong with my marriage?" You are not alone. Allow me the opportunity to join you in your journey of healing and restoration.

We both hurt and heal within the context of relationship (relationship with self, with others, with substances, etc.) and in my practice I emphasize creating a therapeutic relationship and space that is nothing but supportive of your growth, reflection, and self-discovery. The therapeutic relationship itself is the most powerful tool. Therapy is not one-size-fits-all; I am intentional about catering to your specific needs-- meeting you where you are at. Being able to identify and unpack what has you feeling "stuck"/unfulfilled is often half of the battle and I choose to celebrate that introspection with you.

Is life a struggle? Are your relationships causing you distress? Do you feel anxious, sad, or angry too much of the time. Do you want help in creating change that is lasting? Often we remain unaware of the limitations we place on ourselves and need a trained outside observer to help us recognize and change behaviors that keep us stuck.Together in therapy we focus on what you need to create a fulfilling life where you can feel connected and present with others and yourself. I will help you claim your happiness and emotional well being.

I help people (men, women, LGBTQ+, teens) transcend trauma and painful patterns, to help them uncover their potential and lead a joyful life. While we cannot change the past, I utilize EMDR and other techniques to reduce the disturbance that past events have on your mind and body. I am person-centered therapist who believes that my clients are the experts in their own lives. I will meet you where you are at. I provide a warm, judgment free space, strict confidentiality, and hope of healing. Reaching out is an act of courage that reaps surprising rewards. I specialize in trauma and addictions. I also work at a treatment center.

Welcome to my practice! Seeking counseling is a responsible, proactive way to care for your health and most important relationships. Ongoing stressors, personal transitions, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and Autism are even more challenging during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a therapist, I listen and collaborate with my clients of all ages to develop personally relevant treatment plans to meet immediate needs and long-term goals.

**Accepting New Adult Clients ONLINE!** Anxious? Worried? Overwhelmed? Exhausted? Sad? Scattered? You can't stand yourself, and you want and need relief. Your relationships are suffering. Stop feeling out of control. Please don't wait until things get worse. Stop relationship problems, scattered thinking (ADHD) / obsessive thinking and fears (Panic/ Anxiety) that take you away from joy. We offer online therapy, that is innovated using mindfulness and neuroscience based approaches with change you will feel! We get it and we know what it is like to struggle and need help, we can help you outsmart your anxiety.

Navigating life during a global pandemic has taken an emotional and physical toll on many. If you are experiencing increased symptoms of anxiety + depression right now, you are not alone. I am here to support you. In your sessions, I offer deep listening as you share your experiences of pain and survival. We will pay attention to your mind-body connection, growing your awareness for the physical messages that your body sends regarding your emotional experience--whether these messages shows up as tense muscles, increased heart rate, nausea, lack of energy, etc. In this way, therapy offers the opportunity to care for your whole self.

I am a School Psychologist and Counselor now in private practice with over 28 years experience working with children & adults. I hold a special place in my heart for students who struggle to meet the social and academic demands of school, and the parents who raise them. Many students are feeling disconnected and unmotivated, and are at-risk for depression during school closures. I enjoy working with adolescents who are described as behavior problems. I believe that well-timed therapeutic support can improve your quality of life now and well into the future. I am not offering evaluations at this time.

I help clients get past their life dissatisfaction and realize their potential for the life they imagine for themselves, while getting to the root of underlying fears and core beliefs that are causing significant distress. My approach includes holistic factors and believe the road to healing requires addressing the whole person. I am also a certified Functional Nutritional Therapist and utilize my knowledge of the systems of the body, nutrition and lifestyle factors to enhance treatment outcomes for those struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD and recovery from addictions and eating disorders.

We all want to be seen and understood and at the same time are afraid of what we and others will find. We don't trust ourselves or our decisions. We suffer from anxiety, depression, traumas and a myriad of other relational issues. In counseling we learn to understand ourselves and others by telling our stories well. As a greek philosopher once said, "An unexamined life isn't worth living". When we learn to examine ourselves with curiosity, compassion, and truth our life becomes clear hopeful and fullfilling.

My therapeutic approach centers around our relationship. Research shows (and I firmly believe) that the relationship between therapist and client lays the groundwork for change. Within this relationship, I use a person-centered and collaborative approach to get to know you individually, help you identify your values, and build on your existing strengths to address your goals. In our work together, if I see fit, I incorporate techniques from mindfulness, cognitive and somatic therapies. I also utilize art and other experiential approaches to explore challenges in new ways.

UPDATED Dec 22, 2020 I am not able to take new clients. I am a tech savvy counselor with 20+ years experience, 35 years combined across Nursing and Counseling. I collaborate with predominantly high-functioning people to help focus you towards mental wellness and health strategies across a variety of challenges. My style is primarily narrative and can help you gain deeper connection in their closest relationships, personal and professional. I'm adept at helping those with Depression and Anxiety, Fatigue, Eating Disorders, Autoimmune Disease, marital conflict, and general Life Transition issues. BIPOC and LBGT welcome.

I have immediate openings for tele-therapy (video or phone sessions) and would be honored to support you during this time of unprecedented uncertainty and quarantine. My principle areas of expertise are working with couples, children, teens, and adults experiencing depression and anxiety as a result of stresses in their lives caused by relationship difficulties, family conflict, work/career issues, school-related problems, and unresolved issues from childhood or other trauma.

Discreet. Licensed. Professional services tailored to your specific needs. Text "Its Time" to (253) 300-0967. It is my ultimate desire to assist in the growth and development of those persons seeking positive change in their life and situation. We approach helping from the belief that when motivated individuals acquire the tools to listen, then acknowledge and honor each other’s core needs, they can build on their innate strengths and shift behaviors leading to useful changes in their relationships. I understand the importance of having a safe restorative space to express, repair, heal, and discover deeper levels of functioning.