We are still accepting new clients! The well-being of our clients & staff has always been our top priority. We've always gone above & beyond to create a welcoming, safe, & inviting space for everyone that walks through our doors & that mission remains the same! We have been monitoring the COVID-19 situation closely & remain laser focused on our operation as the situation evolves. We’re adhering to the guidelines from the CDC & World Health Organization & will remain open with a screening & increased sanitary measures in place. All assessments must be done in person & when therapeutically appropriate, telehealth is available!

I am privileged to be in a profession where I am a witness to the strength people have in their most difficult times. The buildup of stress, anxiety, disconnection, traumatic events, or major life transitions can leave you feeling helpless, hopeless, and looking for relief in ways that feel confusing and unauthentic. Being able to reflect and come to the conclusion that there has to be a different way to cope is the first step toward enacting change. In therapy, my clients work to heal from past hurts, address current stressors, and plan for a vibrant future.

You are courageous. The decision to begin therapy is wise. Whether you understand what brings you to therapy or not, every human needs to be seen and heard. Having a trustworthy, compassionate ally fully present for support and guidance is inportant. Your needs matter. If you are experiencing mood and anxiety issues or adjustment in life transitions, then let's connect. Discover solutions so you can start to experience the life you desire.

Life is always offering up struggles and hardships and we all have times when we need someone to walk along side us to help us to find our own strength and purpose. I strive to be present with my clients, while offering compassion and encouragement towards growth, understanding and perseverance in difficult times. I have worked in both community mental health settings and private settings. When it is requested by the client, I offer spiritual guidance, through Christian principals. I help clients gain understanding of God's purpose and presence during hardships in a supportive, confidential setting.

Do you ever feel like you are not in control of your thoughts and experience feelings of helplessness, worthlessness, or shame? I am so glad you are here, because you are taking the difficult first step of finding support. Our experiences shape how we interact with the world around us, and sometimes they can cause us to believe negative things about ourselves. Those experiences can include traumatic events, grief, or stressful times which can lead you to believe that you are not good enough. I want to help you face your negative beliefs and experiences to reshape them into something that is useful and impactful.

Counseling is a way to activate change, feel empowered, and create your own happiness, and I am here to join you on that journey! Whether you are coming in to work on yourself, or coming as a couple to work on your relationship, I am here to help. I utilize an integrative approach which includes cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused techniques and collaboration. Together, we can work towards your goals and make positive changes.

Life can be hard. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed & like you never have enough time for everything. You are worried it may never get better & that you are not enough. You find yourself feeling "off" & might feel depressed and worried. Maybe you have just experienced a huge life transition, maybe you have a trauma history, or maybe you are feeling disheartened but are not sure why. You find yourself having a hard time saying 'no' & are worried what would happened if you really spoke up. You want to feel secure in yourself & be able to enjoy life. You want supportive & thriving relationships. You want to feel better.

Kids may not be talking much about the coronavirus, but their behavior is telling a different story. They have to manage all the work the school is sending home, bedtime is a constant struggle, and the things that used to help them feel better just don't work the same anymore. Whether your child's anxiety just started or has been brewing for a while, you want to help her cope better and get back to feeling like herself again. It can be hard to do that, though, when the whole family is going through this stressful time together.

Thank you for taking the time to read about me. My work with clients, first and foremost, focuses on developing a relationship. Research indicates that the single most important component of therapy is the strength of the relationship between the therapist and the client. I build connection by accompanying clients on their journey to insight and healing. Together we create a space that is safe and free of judgment, where the client’s authentic voice can be discovered and heard. I approach each client uniquely and in partnership, based on their needs and challenges.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) who values creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust in a judgement free atmosphere. I work to create an environment where children and young teens feel comfortable to be themselves and explore their inner world freely. I provide play therapy services to children ages 2-10. I believe play is a child's natural form of communication. I also work with young adolescents between the ages of 11-14 by using cognitive behavior therapy.

At the Center for Personal Growth, our therapists and psychologists help our patients invest in themselves and make progress towards change. We are a team of diverse mental health professionals that provide a wide range of treatment from family therapy to serious mental health conditions.

Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired?? I can help! You don't have to live with anxiety or depression any longer. I have a track record for helping people decrease/eliminate depression and anxiety using CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), the most effective evidence-based psychological treatment. If you would like joy back in your life, please contact me, I would love to help!

You're doing the best you can, but something isn't working. Maybe your emotions go up and down from one minute to the next, or maybe it's sorrow or emptiness, all the time. Maybe it's hard to open up because things from the past are always in the present with you. It can be really hard to attend class, go to work, keep relationships, and engage fully with life when our emotions are out of control. Therapy can provide skills to help you stay grounded, relate with others more effectively, and create good habits and coping skills that make it easier to get up in the morning and face the day. This is where our work comes in.

Julia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with ten years of experience working with a diverse client base including children, adolescents, adults, and families. She incorporates a range of skills and therapeutic approaches into her work and believes that counseling should be an experience that is tailored to the needs and goals of the individual. She believes strongly in the resilience of the human spirit, even in the face of the most trying challenges. Julia has training in various evidence-based therapies including; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Emotion Focused Therapy.

My practice is focused primarily on working with individuals and couples on relationship issues. I work with adults in all phases of their relationships, whether they are considering marriage, experiencing struggles in their marriage and wanting to improve their situation, in a discernment phase of trying to decide if they want to remain in the relationship or in the process of trying to end their relationship in a healthy way. The goals and process for my clients vary depending on the unique circumstances of each individual and relationship.

***ATTENTION: Given the recent pandemic, Telebehavioral health will be available for clients wishing to receive counseling services*** For many people, choosing to seek counseling can be a difficult decision. I believe it takes a lot of courage to reach out for guidance and support, which is why I strive to respect client's autonomy, beliefs, and values in the process of counseling. Counseling is the process of discovering your true self and gaining the courage to seek your own path in life. My role is to facilitate this process using a variety of techniques based in a strong therapeutic relationship.

TELE-HEALTH SESSIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO ACCOMODATE CLIENTS DUE TO THE COVID-19 NATIONAL EMERGENCY. Dr Gantz is a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, achieved by only 4% of eligible psychologists. With over 36 years of mental health experience and 29 years as a licensed psychologist, he specializes in working with people dealing with anxiety of all types, including test and performance anxiety, post-traumatic stress (including combat, accidents and assaults), depression, chronic pain, medical disorders, conversion disorders, interpersonal problems and more.

Want to live a Joyful, Vibrant, Healthy & Conscious life? Step one is understanding that your Relationship with your SELF is one of the most important relationships you have & one that will impact every aspect of your life! If you'd like to reconnect with the essence of who you are, have powerful & intimate relationships with people, and cope with life's stressors in an empowered & positive way, then look no further. I provide a safe container in which you can explore feelings, thoughts & beliefs, both conscious & unconscious, that may be keeping you stuck in repetitive negative patterns. Don't wait any longer, reach out now!

I offer therapeutic wellness interventions with the process and goals of empowerment, positive/ balanced lifestyle choices, and optimum functioning. I enjoy working with children and adolescents (age 6-18) and adults who are seeking support and facilitation in their healing and growth/ learning toward a "self- actualizing" potential where they truly are their "best self". I am most helpful for clients who are willing to be active participants and personally responsible for the change/ transformation process inherent to experiencing wellness. Together we treat root cause issues of common symptoms such as anxiety, depression, emotional/behavioral imbalance, trauma, and relational issues.

[Telehealth & Office Sessions Available] I believe your decision to seek therapy is a sign of strength, courage, & desire for personal well-being. I always joke that coming in for the first appointment is the hardest part, but I realize that identifying a therapist you're comfortable with is also a critical step toward facilitating the changes you desire. My strength based & collaborative approach will give you the tools needed to accomplish your goals. In a world full of so much uncertainty, developing a skillset to remain grounded, to reduce anxiety, & combat depression will definitely be an invaluable asset!