Adoption Therapists in Omaha, NE
I am also a trained Adoption Competent Therapist.
Whichever path you are on in your life, you may have the desire to make positive changes but struggle to know how. I strive to use a holistic, down to earth, and individualized approach to help you discover ways to find resolutions within your life. I believe each individual has the power within themselves to heal and develop positive changes. You deserve to heal, to be heard, and understood. I understand the importance of finding a therapist that is a right fit for you and how important building a positive rapport is for the therapeutic process.
I am also a trained Adoption Competent Therapist.
Whichever path you are on in your life, you may have the desire to make positive changes but struggle to know how. I strive to use a holistic, down to earth, and individualized approach to help you discover ways to find resolutions within your life. I believe each individual has the power within themselves to heal and develop positive changes. You deserve to heal, to be heard, and understood. I understand the importance of finding a therapist that is a right fit for you and how important building a positive rapport is for the therapeutic process.
I have worked in the fields of adoption, inpatient psychiatry, and addiction.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not yourself? Beginning or continuing mental health therapy can be a life-altering experience to provide you with the support you need and deserve. I am a dedicated mental health therapist with over a decade of experience helping individuals and families find hope and healing. I take a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach, creating a safe, compassionate space where clients will feel understood and empowered. I offer client-focused therapy where we will explore what matters most to you, finding ways to live in closer alignment with your values.
I have worked in the fields of adoption, inpatient psychiatry, and addiction.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not yourself? Beginning or continuing mental health therapy can be a life-altering experience to provide you with the support you need and deserve. I am a dedicated mental health therapist with over a decade of experience helping individuals and families find hope and healing. I take a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach, creating a safe, compassionate space where clients will feel understood and empowered. I offer client-focused therapy where we will explore what matters most to you, finding ways to live in closer alignment with your values.
Human behavior is a reflection of our inner world—a way we express unmet needs. Together, we explore the emotional truths beneath the surface (the wild) and tap into the inner strength and wisdom (the wise) that guide healing and growth.
I have almost a decade's experience working with adults and children individually, in families, and in groups. My clinical experience includes working with people facing a range of concerns, including chronic suicidal ideation and crisis situations, in both inpatient and outpatient environments. I have received formal training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
Human behavior is a reflection of our inner world—a way we express unmet needs. Together, we explore the emotional truths beneath the surface (the wild) and tap into the inner strength and wisdom (the wise) that guide healing and growth.
I have almost a decade's experience working with adults and children individually, in families, and in groups. My clinical experience includes working with people facing a range of concerns, including chronic suicidal ideation and crisis situations, in both inpatient and outpatient environments. I have received formal training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
The Cord’s founders, Cathy and Stefanie also founded the Attachment and Trauma Center Institute and created the Integrative Attachment Trauma Protocol (IATP-C). This protocol, along with other modalities that focus on neurobiology, trauma, and attachment theory inform our treatment. The Cord's therapists, who are also independent contractors, focus on attachment, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma and adoption issues. We help adults, families, and children/adolescents. We have locations in Omaha and Fremont NE, Council Bluffs IA, and also offer a telehealth option.
The Cord’s founders, Cathy and Stefanie also founded the Attachment and Trauma Center Institute and created the Integrative Attachment Trauma Protocol (IATP-C). This protocol, along with other modalities that focus on neurobiology, trauma, and attachment theory inform our treatment. The Cord's therapists, who are also independent contractors, focus on attachment, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma and adoption issues. We help adults, families, and children/adolescents. We have locations in Omaha and Fremont NE, Council Bluffs IA, and also offer a telehealth option.
Lisa A Wilwerding
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, LIMHP, LADC, PC
Omaha, NE 68154
Waitlist for new clients
We all bear marks and scars from life’s hardships and trials. Comparison of pain can frequently keep us from reaching out for help because “someone has it worse.” I am here to help you walk through whatever pain has brought you to where you currently are, grief, anxiety, depression, or transitions in life. Taking the step to seek counseling is incredibly brave; it is stepping out and saying you are more than what may seem insurmountable right now.
We all bear marks and scars from life’s hardships and trials. Comparison of pain can frequently keep us from reaching out for help because “someone has it worse.” I am here to help you walk through whatever pain has brought you to where you currently are, grief, anxiety, depression, or transitions in life. Taking the step to seek counseling is incredibly brave; it is stepping out and saying you are more than what may seem insurmountable right now.
TheraPlay and Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) for adoption.
You do not have to walk your journey alone. I'm honored to have over 23 years of experience walking alongside life with my clients. Together, we sort out the chaos and figure out the pieces of the puzzle that lead to peace. I believe counseling is not guesswork. When we figure out what is causing the pain and find the solution, we can attain the health, wellness, and peace we seek. I believe understanding how the brain is processing information is one of the keys to understanding the healing journey. When we can understand how a person’s brain is processing information, we can unlock their ability to communicate healthily.
TheraPlay and Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) for adoption.
You do not have to walk your journey alone. I'm honored to have over 23 years of experience walking alongside life with my clients. Together, we sort out the chaos and figure out the pieces of the puzzle that lead to peace. I believe counseling is not guesswork. When we figure out what is causing the pain and find the solution, we can attain the health, wellness, and peace we seek. I believe understanding how the brain is processing information is one of the keys to understanding the healing journey. When we can understand how a person’s brain is processing information, we can unlock their ability to communicate healthily.
Hello! Considering talking to someone is often the hardest part of beginning therapy. I offer an open and nonjudgmental space for clients to discuss their challenges for the purpose of resolution. I have spent the last 12 years working in the child welfare system resulting in extensive experience working with children, families and the juvenile justice system. I am also experienced in working with various populations, including interracial families, those who identify as LGBTQ+/SOGIE, and multicultural families.
Hello! Considering talking to someone is often the hardest part of beginning therapy. I offer an open and nonjudgmental space for clients to discuss their challenges for the purpose of resolution. I have spent the last 12 years working in the child welfare system resulting in extensive experience working with children, families and the juvenile justice system. I am also experienced in working with various populations, including interracial families, those who identify as LGBTQ+/SOGIE, and multicultural families.
"You don't have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great." When life seems overwhelming, sometimes the hardest part is just getting started. Working with an experienced and dedicated therapist can enhance your quality of life and provide a foundation for positive growth in all areas of life.
"You don't have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great." When life seems overwhelming, sometimes the hardest part is just getting started. Working with an experienced and dedicated therapist can enhance your quality of life and provide a foundation for positive growth in all areas of life.
If worry, low mood, or big life changes have you feeling stuck, you don’t have to handle it alone. You’ll find a calm, judgment free space where we slow things down, make sense of what’s heavy, and practice simple tools you can use right away. I welcome all identities and life experiences, and we’ll go at your pace, especially if past hurt or trauma is part of your story.
If worry, low mood, or big life changes have you feeling stuck, you don’t have to handle it alone. You’ll find a calm, judgment free space where we slow things down, make sense of what’s heavy, and practice simple tools you can use right away. I welcome all identities and life experiences, and we’ll go at your pace, especially if past hurt or trauma is part of your story.
I’m happy to be a part of the team at Wildflower Collective to offer initial assessments and individual therapy. I believe everyone should have the opportunity to partner with a therapist. Some of us need help making sense of difficult events or are just wanting to feel better. My experience as a Clinical Social Worker has been with mothers, adolescents and children, as well as kinship caregivers. I have also spent time with adults and children moving through mental health crises. I offer a validating environment and work from a strengths based perspective.
I’m happy to be a part of the team at Wildflower Collective to offer initial assessments and individual therapy. I believe everyone should have the opportunity to partner with a therapist. Some of us need help making sense of difficult events or are just wanting to feel better. My experience as a Clinical Social Worker has been with mothers, adolescents and children, as well as kinship caregivers. I have also spent time with adults and children moving through mental health crises. I offer a validating environment and work from a strengths based perspective.
I enjoy working with clients to help them reach their potential through improved coping skills, shifting to a more positive perspective, and handling the challenges we all face in our hectic lives. I have experience with individuals, couples, families, and children. I have extensive experience in working with individuals with severe mental illnesses and the families that support them. I enjoy working with families and the dynamics between parents and children. Improving the way families function through improved social skills and parenting techniques.
I enjoy working with clients to help them reach their potential through improved coping skills, shifting to a more positive perspective, and handling the challenges we all face in our hectic lives. I have experience with individuals, couples, families, and children. I have extensive experience in working with individuals with severe mental illnesses and the families that support them. I enjoy working with families and the dynamics between parents and children. Improving the way families function through improved social skills and parenting techniques.
At Play Therapy Omaha, our mission is to provide meaningful change in playful ways. Our highly trained practitioners share a common goal in helping families find hope, healing, & harmony by providing specialized therapeutic and psychoeducational services for children, adolescents, adults, & families. We believe passionately in the power of play & specialize in mental health services tailored to the unique needs of kids & families. Our skilled mental health therapists work with youth of all ages from early childhood - adolescence, along with offering services for young adults & adults. Please visit our website to learn more.
At Play Therapy Omaha, our mission is to provide meaningful change in playful ways. Our highly trained practitioners share a common goal in helping families find hope, healing, & harmony by providing specialized therapeutic and psychoeducational services for children, adolescents, adults, & families. We believe passionately in the power of play & specialize in mental health services tailored to the unique needs of kids & families. Our skilled mental health therapists work with youth of all ages from early childhood - adolescence, along with offering services for young adults & adults. Please visit our website to learn more.
Life is a journey with many exciting and difficult times. Therapy is a way to navigate both of these times. As a therapist, I look to help guide my clients in discovering their own truth and learn things about themselves in order to heal. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults and families. I believe that everyone deserves their story heard and room to improve their overall wellbeing. Using a trauma and attachment focused approach, I enjoy helping clients and families find peace and connection with a collaborative effort.
Life is a journey with many exciting and difficult times. Therapy is a way to navigate both of these times. As a therapist, I look to help guide my clients in discovering their own truth and learn things about themselves in order to heal. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults and families. I believe that everyone deserves their story heard and room to improve their overall wellbeing. Using a trauma and attachment focused approach, I enjoy helping clients and families find peace and connection with a collaborative effort.
I am a good match for young adults, parents, couples, and individuals navigating relationship challenges, life or career transitions, and the impact of early trauma. I support people living with anxiety, depression, chronic health conditions, attachment disruptions, or experiences of violence in building lives that feel balanced, grounded, and authentic. I have practiced as a clinical social worker for 16 years and am Gottman (Level 1) trained.
I am a good match for young adults, parents, couples, and individuals navigating relationship challenges, life or career transitions, and the impact of early trauma. I support people living with anxiety, depression, chronic health conditions, attachment disruptions, or experiences of violence in building lives that feel balanced, grounded, and authentic. I have practiced as a clinical social worker for 16 years and am Gottman (Level 1) trained.
Is your child struggling with overwhelming emotions of anxiety or sadness? Are you concerned about your child’s increased explosive behavior or aggression? Do you worry about their family/peer relationships? You are not alone! My passion is helping children discover and build upon their unique set of gifts and abilities so they are able to develop the problem solving and coping skills needed for healing and growth. I will partner with you to help your child develop the skills they need to be successful, happy and healthy!
Is your child struggling with overwhelming emotions of anxiety or sadness? Are you concerned about your child’s increased explosive behavior or aggression? Do you worry about their family/peer relationships? You are not alone! My passion is helping children discover and build upon their unique set of gifts and abilities so they are able to develop the problem solving and coping skills needed for healing and growth. I will partner with you to help your child develop the skills they need to be successful, happy and healthy!
Welcome — I'm so glad you're here.
My name is Michelle Jarosz, and I’m a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP). I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are navigating depression, anxiety, and behavioral challenges. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply unsure of how to move forward, you don't have to go through it alone.
I use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and solution-focused strategies to help clients better understand themselves, build effective coping skills, and create meaningful change.
Welcome — I'm so glad you're here.
My name is Michelle Jarosz, and I’m a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP). I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are navigating depression, anxiety, and behavioral challenges. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply unsure of how to move forward, you don't have to go through it alone.
I use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and solution-focused strategies to help clients better understand themselves, build effective coping skills, and create meaningful change.
“There is no darkness without a light”. We all have experienced, at one time or another emotional darkness. Therapy is the way to walk you through the light. I am here to support you. Therapy with me is a collaborative effort. I provide a free judgement zone and you are entitled to every emotion. It is not easy seeking help and I’m proud of you starting your process in finding a provider. Together we will work to create a safe space where you can grow, heal, and reach the light. My goal is to assist individuals through life’s challenges.
“There is no darkness without a light”. We all have experienced, at one time or another emotional darkness. Therapy is the way to walk you through the light. I am here to support you. Therapy with me is a collaborative effort. I provide a free judgement zone and you are entitled to every emotion. It is not easy seeking help and I’m proud of you starting your process in finding a provider. Together we will work to create a safe space where you can grow, heal, and reach the light. My goal is to assist individuals through life’s challenges.
I have experience in working in the areas of grief and loss, anxiety, depression, divorce, abuse, neglect, domestic violence, sexual abuse and adoption.
I have training in a variety of evidenced based practices including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and and Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI) . I am also certified as an Adoption Competent Therapist and provide Brainspotting.
I have experience in working in the areas of grief and loss, anxiety, depression, divorce, abuse, neglect, domestic violence, sexual abuse and adoption.
I have training in a variety of evidenced based practices including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and and Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI) . I am also certified as an Adoption Competent Therapist and provide Brainspotting.
I have a passion for working with children and families in supporting healthy development, resilience, and achieving optimal mental well-being. I focus on creating a safe, nurturing environment where client's can explore their emotions and develop coping strategies to build a strong foundation for a brighter future.
I have a passion for working with children and families in supporting healthy development, resilience, and achieving optimal mental well-being. I focus on creating a safe, nurturing environment where client's can explore their emotions and develop coping strategies to build a strong foundation for a brighter future.
I have worked with clients with a diverse range of backgrounds and challenges including: anxiety, depression, PTSD, divorce, relationship/couples issues, parenting, adoption, sexual abuse and more.
I have more than 5 years of experience working with children, teens, adults and couples with varying trainings in evidence based practices. Some of these trainings include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). I also have training in the Gottman Method, a research based approach to couples therapy.
I have worked with clients with a diverse range of backgrounds and challenges including: anxiety, depression, PTSD, divorce, relationship/couples issues, parenting, adoption, sexual abuse and more.
I have more than 5 years of experience working with children, teens, adults and couples with varying trainings in evidence based practices. Some of these trainings include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). I also have training in the Gottman Method, a research based approach to couples therapy.
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Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.