Therapists in South Dakota
Carolina Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57103 (Online Only)
I draw from a combination of treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral, family therapy, mindfulness, strengths based and solution focused brief therapy amongst many others (See full list below).
Finding the right counselor can often be a daunting task, one that many clients attempt once and never again. Although I'm sure I'm not the right counselor for everyone, I hope to (at the very least) provide you with a positive experience on the benefits of counseling. I promise to create a safe space for you to voice your presenting concerns via active listening, empathy, and encouragement so that the thoughts can stop playing mental tennis in your mind. Together, we will find solutions to your presenting concerns and supply you with the adequate skills for your long-term success.
I draw from a combination of treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral, family therapy, mindfulness, strengths based and solution focused brief therapy amongst many others (See full list below).
Finding the right counselor can often be a daunting task, one that many clients attempt once and never again. Although I'm sure I'm not the right counselor for everyone, I hope to (at the very least) provide you with a positive experience on the benefits of counseling. I promise to create a safe space for you to voice your presenting concerns via active listening, empathy, and encouragement so that the thoughts can stop playing mental tennis in your mind. Together, we will find solutions to your presenting concerns and supply you with the adequate skills for your long-term success.
Krystal Lohff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW-PIP, QMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
I feel fortunate to have the experiences that I have had in working with a diverse group of individuals with various stories. I am able to build rapport quickly, making the client feel comfortable, and can assist in guiding the client in meeting their goals. I bring a unique experience as I look at the whole person to explore what all is, or has impacted them. We don't focus on disease management but strive to focus on overall wellness-mind, body, and soul. I enjoy helping clients find passion again in their life and to truly start living life-not just surviving each day. This is only a chapter of your life. Let's write a new one.
I feel fortunate to have the experiences that I have had in working with a diverse group of individuals with various stories. I am able to build rapport quickly, making the client feel comfortable, and can assist in guiding the client in meeting their goals. I bring a unique experience as I look at the whole person to explore what all is, or has impacted them. We don't focus on disease management but strive to focus on overall wellness-mind, body, and soul. I enjoy helping clients find passion again in their life and to truly start living life-not just surviving each day. This is only a chapter of your life. Let's write a new one.
Catherine Jane Larsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, QMHP, CAC
Verified Verified
Rapid City, SD 57702
Do you need someone to talk to, someone who will listen without judgement? I would be honored to be that someone for you. I have a passion to help people of all ages to learn, grow, and heal. I have a client-centered approach to therapy. This is about you; you are in the driver's seat. Even though the therapy process can sometimes be painful, I like to incorporate a little dash of the "laughter is the best medicine" approach at times. Tears and laughter both have healing qualities. And what if you don't like to talk? We can use additional approaches such as expressive art, play, or journaling to reach your counseling goals.
Do you need someone to talk to, someone who will listen without judgement? I would be honored to be that someone for you. I have a passion to help people of all ages to learn, grow, and heal. I have a client-centered approach to therapy. This is about you; you are in the driver's seat. Even though the therapy process can sometimes be painful, I like to incorporate a little dash of the "laughter is the best medicine" approach at times. Tears and laughter both have healing qualities. And what if you don't like to talk? We can use additional approaches such as expressive art, play, or journaling to reach your counseling goals.
Robyn Watchorn Newbrey, LLC
Counselor, MA, LPC, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Dakota Dunes, SD 57049
I enjoy helping people grow and change through challenges in life. I help others feel comfortable and safe sharing their struggles.
I enjoy helping people grow and change through challenges in life. I help others feel comfortable and safe sharing their struggles.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behavior through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.