Adults Therapists in Lincoln, NE

For me, it is important to build a positive and candid therapeutic relationship first. My therapy partner, Grayson the Golden Retriever (picture below), is also on hand to provide comfort (if desired) during our therapeutic partnership. I work with teens, college students, and adults to assist in times of transition, new relationships, past relationships, and stress. I look forward to being a valuable part of your process. Grayson is AKC Canine Good Citizenship (CGC) Certified. He is always happy to help.

I feel every individual is unique; therefore every therapeutic relationship is unique. For therapy to be successful it is essential that you find a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and understood. I respect the difficulty of undertaking the therapeutic journey, and therefore consider myself challenging yet empathetic. I consider myself and active therapist, yet the session is not about me...this is your time. I work with adolescents and adults on an individual basis. I also work with couples, families and groups.

Because every kind of emotional suffering deserves relief... 1) I treat trauma survivors with PTSD and depression; 2) I help couples or individuals who are struggling in partner relationships; and 3) I advise adults who are frustrated in their parenting adventures. Also, if you are surviving dissociative symptoms, are recovering from secret habits, are suffering with anxiety or bipolar disorder, hear voices, have a history of several psychiatric diagnoses, or haven't responded well to psychotropic medications, come talk to me. (**If you prefer a female clinician, I can connect you with a trusted, experienced female therapist.**)

I am a trauma focused therapist that is passionate about helping people identify triggers, barriers, or hang ups that are preventing them from living their most fulfilled and happiest life. I offer supportive insights and tools to assist clients in their life journey toward their identified goals. I enjoy utilizing creative techniques and tools in treatment such as narrative or art therapy.

Over the years, I have spent a great deal of time working with children and adults who have experienced traumatic events. These traumatic events may be difficult to understand and can impact our daily interactions at school, home, and work. When those experiences become overwhelming, working with a therapist who is specifically trained in trauma can be very helpful to the individual and family. In addition to providing services for trauma, I work closely with individuals (of all ages) who have anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, and chronic medical conditions. Clinical services may be provided in the office, home, school or via telehealth.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner and Certified Master Social Worker). My experience includes working with adults who struggle with severe and persistent mental illness, substance use, PTSD and trauma (as well as military-related PTSD), depression, anxiety, personality disorders, mood disorders, grief/loss/bereavement, relationship issues, and chronic suicidal ideation/crisis intervention. I specialize in perinatal mental health and I received training in Perinatal Mood&Anxiety Disorders, and am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Do you feel your life is moving too fast and you can’t gain control? You wake up with an uncertainty and fear in your stomach for what the day will bring. You wonder if you’re on the right path. Maybe you’re getting ready to graduate college and are doubting your abilities and who you are as you transition to this new chapter. Or maybe you’re navigating a new relationship, job, or family conflict. Perhaps you're having trouble finding joy in your day to day.

Life is hard. There are so many things that can happen in our lives that result in us feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed. Whether you have been experiencing a lot of changes, recently had a loss, have been struggling with mental health symptoms for as long as you can remember, or have been through traumatic experiences, you deserve to be heard. You deserve to process your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a safe place. You deserve to work on your personal goals and overcome barriers. Life is hard, but you are capable of doing hard things!

Non-medication approaches and interventions for mental health needs. I utilize a common sense approach to finding solutions to complex problems. I will work with you to find a solution as soon as possible and make every attempt to use a brief model of treatment. My specialty is working with kids with behavioral issues and helping families with teens that are struggling. I have also worked a great deal with adults on a variety of issues and find great enjoyment in helping people move forward in their life.

I am a Provisional Licensed Mental Health Practitioner and a Provisional Licensed Master Social Work. I believe that healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires honest caring without judgment, and I cooperatively assist my clients in clarifying their goals for treatment. Through my work, I am committed to helping children, adolescents, adults and families overcome trauma, anger, depression, anxiety, addictions to alcohol and drugs, and other stresses that affect all of us at some time in our lives. I strive to maintain a consistent lens of social justice and empowerment in my practice.

Have you been feeling anxious, frustrated and overwhelmed? Clients working with me will benefit from a calm and caring space, as well as an open minded approach to their concerns. My hope is clients will leave their therapy sessions feeling like they have strategies to help them deal with day to day life, techniques to improve their mental health, and feeling empowered to move forward in their life.

Therapy can be hard. Sometimes the thing you need to talk about is the last thing you want to talk about. And maybe you have a part of you saying, "I'm fine" or "It's no big deal." Sometimes we tell ourselves something over and over again, but saying it a lot doesn't make it true. Whether you are battling negative self-talk, struggling to heal old wounds, or just wishing things felt easier, maybe it's time to talk to someone.

I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults . With 20 years experience in education as a teacher, school counselor, school and extended day therapist I have had the honor of helping hundreds of children on their journey to develop and improve their social-emotional and behavior skills.

Therapy can be the catalyst for healing and transformation, assisting you in unlearning the harmful beliefs and unhealthy coping mechanisms that may be impacting you and your intimate relationships. It can enable you to live a life where you feel empowered, confident, and equipped to know you can define the story of your own life. I utilize an insight and solution-oriented lens in order to encourage positive changes in how you relate to yourself and to your most important relationships. Care with me is approached holistically and through a trauma-informed lens.

What do you do when you are confused? Hurting? Angry? At these times, talking to someone with training and experience can help. I strive to provide a supportive setting where problems can be thoughtfully examined and helpful solutions found. I enjoy working with people. I enjoy working with people who are skeptical because it is so exciting to help someone find answers when there appeared to be none. We will set goals and timelines together, and I will use my training and experience to help you find the answers that work for you. Therapy can work!! If you are thinking you need to talk with someone, please give me a call.

Welcome! Thank you for visiting! I provide caring Biblical Christian and secular counseling for the difficult problems of daily life. We can work together and travel down the road to recovery and true healing.

I have been honored to have had the privilege of working with both adults and children for the past 15 years. I believe we all possess and deserve the ability to find a sense of peace, harmony and happiness in life. I have been privileged to work with amazing adults and children and welcome the opportunity to walk beside you in your journey. I am here to assist, empower and advocate for you. If you have been thinking about making changes in your life take the next step and contact me.

Welcome! I am so glad you are here and are considering reaching out.

I specialize in helping adults and adolescents who feel stuck or overwhelmed by issues in their personal and/or professional lives. Having practiced for over 20 years, I have worked with many clients who were able to overcome obstacles in their lives, and, as a result, became happier and more productive.