Therapists in Bryan, OH

I value diversity and multiculturalism. I also believe in the importance of creating safe spaces in which every individual can feel comfortable sharing their innermost thoughts, feelings, life experiences, and vulnerabilities without fear of prejudice or judgment.

I'm not sure I have an ideal client. I believe in meeting a person where they are and moving forward from there. I feel people often come to therapy to help find the best version of themselves. I enjoy helping others find solutions to their problems, helping them identify their strengths, and deciding how to improve their weaknesses.

Wrestling with life's issues can be challenging - especially when trying to do it alone. It can be overwhelming and/or painful attempting to navigate through the questions and uncertainties that sometimes come up. In 20+ years working with diverse populations in the helping professions, in all the stories I've heard, what typically stands out is the need to know and understand self, the things that happen to us, how it all fits together - making meaning, and how to move forward and find a sense of purpose. "And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom" - Anais Nin

During life's most challenging moments, we can feel overwhelmed and weighed down, making it hard to navigate through our experiences. This can result in various difficulties that impact our ability to find joy in life. As a counselor, my aim is to simplify the counseling journey. While it involves exploring sensitive issues that may be difficult to discuss, my goal is to provide support and guidance as we work together towards your healing and personal growth over time.

I am a LPCC with experience with Substance Use Disorder . I accept Mental Health only clients as well as those with Dual Diagnosis. Most often I explore with my clients to find the destructive elements in their lives. Together we then form a practice that becomes constructive and effective for the desired changes.

I was called to be a counselor and to be able to assist people in helping themselves change the course of their lives. I work with people who are living with the challenges of anxiety, depression, addictions, couples counseling, family counseling, trauma, criminal justice involvement, and many other concerns. I help people restructure their thoughts which will ultimately lead to a change in emotions and behaviors.

Life can be challenging! Your pain does not define you or own you. Let me help you to find abilities that will lead to a meaningful and joyful life. Together we will explore your story, at your pace, as I serve as a guide and support on your journey to growth, healing, and wellness. We will honor you as a unique individual with unique needs and create a treatment plan specific to you and what is best for you. As a licensed counselor, I will introduce you to valuable tools and practices that are based on scientific research and proven therapies to directly address the challenges that may have hindered you from living your best life.

I have served those with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Family Issues, etc. My ideal client is motivated to roll up their sleeves and engage in the therapeutic process. They have an open mind and can practice effective coping skills to improve their overall functioning and quality of life. They can challenge themselves to be vulnerable and practice accountability while processing their problematic thinking patterns and behaviors in a safe and non-judgmental environment. They wish to engage in therapy because they realize that they need to make a change and are willing to take a leap of faith to make it happen.

Welcome! We are currently accepting new patients at our Wapakoneta office, and we are honored to take part in your Progress toward whole health. Progress is the area’s leading confidential private practice comprised of a team of expert counseling professionals trained in the industry's top evidence-based treatment methods. Our providers are dedicated to serving individuals, couples, and families in Auglaize and surrounding counties. Over 14 years of experience helping patients reach their goals through gold-standard treatment protocols including CBT, DBT, ACT, and more.

Congrats on taking a step towards positive and lasting change! We all deserve to experience that feeling of peace, comfort, and a purpose that lasts! It IS possible to have meaningful and thriving relationships. Working with adults and adolescents for nearly a decade, the clients I work with have admittedly benefitted from my warm, motivational, and genuine approach. I am not a therapist who wants to just smile and nod and tell you what you WANT to hear. I will always listen but apart of the change process will involve us discussing what you NEED to hear in an unconditional way that uplifts and enhances your overall well-being.