Blue Cross Therapists in Westgate, Omaha, NE

I enjoy working with a variety of populations and have been a therapist since 2001. I have specialized training in EMDR, substance abuse, gambling and trauma therapies. I have also presented locally and regionally on trauma and addictions. As an adoptive parent, I also understand the unique challenges that can come with family disruptions.

I work with couples and individuals who struggle with a multitude of issues. Whether you’re experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, symptoms of past/present trauma, problems with addiction, life transitions, communication breakdowns, disconnection from self and others, or simply can’t find the words to explain how you feel, I am here to help.

Immediate daytime openings now available. Do everyday stressors take a toll on your life? Do you feel like life throws obstacles that are hard to overcome? Mental health is a part of life that we have a tendency to overlook, and it takes strength and courage to do what you need to feel peace inside. When this happens we may notice an accumulation of emotional pain that can be difficult to cope with. You deserve happiness so our work together will involve addressing the areas in your life that you wish to improve so you can live the life as you see it. LGBTQIA+ Community Friendly

I provide outpatient, substance abuse and chemical dependency counseling services to those affected by alcoholism and other addictions. I specialize in treating those clients with who are Dually-Diagnosed, or who also have mental health disorders in addition to addiction issues. I am Certified by EMDRIA in the use of EMDR for Sexual Trauma and other Childhood issues. I also offer couples counseling and co-dependency counseling for significant others. Often, spouses or significant others begin counseling in advance of the alcoholic/addict to work on their own issues and to learn how to effectively deal with their loved one.

I’m so glad you found your way here! Are you at a point of change, transition, new direction, or crossroads? Do you feel like something is missing, that there has to be more to life than the daily exhausting grind? Do you feel like you’ve been wearing a mask? Like the true & authentic you is suffocating & so deeply wants to free? As humans, we are capable of incredible courage, healing, transition, & wholeness. Yes, including YOU! Because we are beautiful, creative, brave, and passionate beings, we have the honor of writing our own stories. We get to be the creator, the editor, & the author of our stories. Are you holding the pen?

Are you feeling stuck in life? Overwhelmed with day-to-day activities? Looking to find joy and happiness in each day? Sometimes it may feel like life kicks us when we are already down. My goal is to help you live your best life and get through hiccups along the way.

Beginning therapy and finding a new therapist can feel challenging and even scary. Therapy is a collaborative process built on developing trust, empathy and acceptance. Therapy can be useful in working through negative experiences related to self-esteem, identity, relationships, communication, intrusive thoughts, and past trauma.

I work with people who recognize the need for change but are struggling to make that change happen. We will work together in harnessing your positive attributes and identifying and overcoming barriers to becoming more successful in your role as significant other, employee, student, or parent. Furthermore we can work toward expand your overall awareness of yourself as well as your environment, thereby becoming a more complete person.

Are you or your family dealing with a crisis? Are you looking to engage with a therapist who is very client centered and compassionate? Are you wanting to work on changing your mood, work through emotions, and process trauma? Then you are in the right place. Reach out to set up a consultation or to begin therapy today!

If you are having a hard time fitting counseling into your schedule, I offer afternoon and evening appointments online. Finding the answers to your problems is something that is within your reach. I would like to help you learn how to take control of your life and regain the happiness you may have lost.

My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, addiction and interpersonal relationship difficulties. I believe that therapy can bring conscious awareness to adaptive patterns and limiting beliefs that hold us back from living authentically. I use a casual, non-judgmental approach to sessions, drawing from several styles of therapy based on client need. I take a collaborative approach and view the therapeutic alliance as a significant contributor to change. I view “symptoms” or “problems” as meaningful forms of expression that invite us to heal our relationship to self.

Mission: Offer guidance & encouragement to relieve mental discomfort & improve well-being. I provide support in a safe environment for children to achieve the skills that allow them to interact in the world surrounding them. I specialize in autism, trauma, sexual behaviors, anxiety and families affected by these. I want you to succeed. My experience in working with children and their parents through frustrating and difficult times is extensive. I also work with adults assisting them in navigating the world. My experience in adoption is not only extensive but firsthand. I've helped adults work through anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.” -Barack Obama. My ideal client is one that is motivated to helping themselves. A client ready to listen, be accountable, and set realistic goals. A client who is seeking support to navigate life’s challenges! The goal is to use past traumas and/or situations as a learning tool and a means of reflection, while still striving to move forward.

**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** http://firesidecounselors.com/ Hello! I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families with tackling life’s challenges and struggles. I have experience working with clients of all ages, from five years of age to our experienced senior population.

Explore your brain. Unlock potential! My aim with Neurotherapy Center of Nebraska, Inc. is to bring my skills in Brain Mapping (Quantitative EEG), brain training (neurofeedback, EEG biofeedback, neuromodulation), biofeedback and psychotherapy to the Omaha area to meet the needs of the clients in my community. I have worked with child, adolescent and adult populations. The neurotherapy and neurocounseling I offer at NCN helps clients learn to self-regulate their brain and autonomic nervous system and has been shown to be an effective treatment for many mental and physical health conditions.