Couples Counseling Therapists in Omaha, NE
To heal from within involves not only becoming aware of our unconscious attachment patterns but also courageously facing underlying emotions uncovered via the safe, vital therapeutic relationship.
I work to create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore early experiences, present issues and the underlying feelings that impact how we feel about ourselves and how we relate to others. I approach therapy understanding that we all have pain and we all deserve to heal so to achieve the life we desire. I feel honored to walk through this journey with you.
To heal from within involves not only becoming aware of our unconscious attachment patterns but also courageously facing underlying emotions uncovered via the safe, vital therapeutic relationship.
I work to create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore early experiences, present issues and the underlying feelings that impact how we feel about ourselves and how we relate to others. I approach therapy understanding that we all have pain and we all deserve to heal so to achieve the life we desire. I feel honored to walk through this journey with you.
In a confidential, caring environment, my commitment is to partner with you to identify solutions that work specifically for you.
I work with teens through adults with concerns related to anxiety, unhealthy coping strategies, depression, postpartum depression, and relationships. I enjoy working with clients to increase their awareness and knowledge of emotional response and regulation and also increase their ability to be more successful in the home, work, school, and community.
In a confidential, caring environment, my commitment is to partner with you to identify solutions that work specifically for you.
I work with teens through adults with concerns related to anxiety, unhealthy coping strategies, depression, postpartum depression, and relationships. I enjoy working with clients to increase their awareness and knowledge of emotional response and regulation and also increase their ability to be more successful in the home, work, school, and community.
Do you have concerns about your relationship?
I work with both couples and individuals to solve relationship issues. I teach calm, confident communication. Many people have past experiences that keep them from moving on with their lives. These are called traumas and may include: sexual, emotional, verbal, physical abuse, as well as, childhood trauma. I have specialized training in trauma recovery.
Do you have concerns about your relationship?
I work with both couples and individuals to solve relationship issues. I teach calm, confident communication. Many people have past experiences that keep them from moving on with their lives. These are called traumas and may include: sexual, emotional, verbal, physical abuse, as well as, childhood trauma. I have specialized training in trauma recovery.
I also am a Certified Partner of Sex Addicts Specialist, and through a trauma based model, am able to help the Partner work through their own painful experience of loving and being involved with someone with out of control sexual compulsivity.
After defining goals, we will work on the roadblocks to intimacy. If sex addiction is present, I offer a 3 Day Couple's Intensive to guide couples through disclosure of secrets, backed by a polygraph expert, to the other side of healing the relationship. This method helps the couple beyond any other model I have seen in the last 14 years of doing this work.
I also am a Certified Partner of Sex Addicts Specialist, and through a trauma based model, am able to help the Partner work through their own painful experience of loving and being involved with someone with out of control sexual compulsivity.
After defining goals, we will work on the roadblocks to intimacy. If sex addiction is present, I offer a 3 Day Couple's Intensive to guide couples through disclosure of secrets, backed by a polygraph expert, to the other side of healing the relationship. This method helps the couple beyond any other model I have seen in the last 14 years of doing this work.
I am passionate in supporting a variety of clients including couples in varying stages of marital growth and repair and individuals of all ages processing childhood trauma, anxiety, grief processing, and a variety of mental health needs.
I am dedicated to providing person-centered, emotionally focused therapy for couples and individuals. My education is centered on systems theory and recognizing the important influence, positive or negative, relationships have on all individuals. I have a passion for supporting individuals/ couples navigating the intricacies of the medical training journey.
I am passionate in supporting a variety of clients including couples in varying stages of marital growth and repair and individuals of all ages processing childhood trauma, anxiety, grief processing, and a variety of mental health needs.
I am dedicated to providing person-centered, emotionally focused therapy for couples and individuals. My education is centered on systems theory and recognizing the important influence, positive or negative, relationships have on all individuals. I have a passion for supporting individuals/ couples navigating the intricacies of the medical training journey.
My clients often face multiple issues including mental health diagnoses, life changes, and relationship concerns.
I enjoy seeing adults and couples using a client-centered approach, focusing on Integrative Mental Health care which considers all aspects of health – physical, emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial. I like to help clients use their strengths in order to solve problems and manage challenging symptoms.
My clients often face multiple issues including mental health diagnoses, life changes, and relationship concerns.
I enjoy seeing adults and couples using a client-centered approach, focusing on Integrative Mental Health care which considers all aspects of health – physical, emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial. I like to help clients use their strengths in order to solve problems and manage challenging symptoms.
I also enjoy working with clients who have interpersonal relationship concerns and are wanting to improve that aspect of their lives.
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for trauma treatment and utilize several other modalities including motivational interviewing, CBT, narrative therapy, and solution focused therapy. I primarily use a person centered approach to validate, empathize, and support clients on their journey.
I also enjoy working with clients who have interpersonal relationship concerns and are wanting to improve that aspect of their lives.
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for trauma treatment and utilize several other modalities including motivational interviewing, CBT, narrative therapy, and solution focused therapy. I primarily use a person centered approach to validate, empathize, and support clients on their journey.
The therapeutic relationship can be a great catalyst for lifelong relief.
Even prior to receiving my degrees, I was working alongside children, adults and families in a variety of settings to be an agent for change. Throughout the years, I have gathered many tools to help clients better see themselves and find strength to not only survive but thrive.
The therapeutic relationship can be a great catalyst for lifelong relief.
Even prior to receiving my degrees, I was working alongside children, adults and families in a variety of settings to be an agent for change. Throughout the years, I have gathered many tools to help clients better see themselves and find strength to not only survive but thrive.
I have experience working with adolescents, families, individuals and couples.
Are you struggling with feeling overwhelmed? Do you feel like no one gets you? Do you have trouble making decisions for fear you will make a mistake? Are you struggling with your identity or afraid to talk to friends and family about it? If you are dealing with any of these issues or are dealing with depression, anxiety or just are in the midst of a life event, I am here to work collaboratively with you to address the concerns and obstacles holding you back from being your authentic self and living your truth. I have been a therapist for over 34 years and have a background in both mental health and substance abuse.
I have experience working with adolescents, families, individuals and couples.
Are you struggling with feeling overwhelmed? Do you feel like no one gets you? Do you have trouble making decisions for fear you will make a mistake? Are you struggling with your identity or afraid to talk to friends and family about it? If you are dealing with any of these issues or are dealing with depression, anxiety or just are in the midst of a life event, I am here to work collaboratively with you to address the concerns and obstacles holding you back from being your authentic self and living your truth. I have been a therapist for over 34 years and have a background in both mental health and substance abuse.
Common issues that I address in therapy are: anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, grief and self-esteem.
I believe the therapeutic relationship should be structured to benefit you as the client. As a result, I will use a combination of modalities to best fit your needs. Therapy takes a collaborative approach and I want you to be an active participant in the journey we embark on together!
Common issues that I address in therapy are: anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, grief and self-esteem.
I believe the therapeutic relationship should be structured to benefit you as the client. As a result, I will use a combination of modalities to best fit your needs. Therapy takes a collaborative approach and I want you to be an active participant in the journey we embark on together!
The foundation of my work is a secure, trusting relationship with clients.
I specialize in relationships, trauma, women's issues, self-esteem, and personal fulfillment. I've come to understrand that the pain of our past often shows up in our present, knocking us off track. Societal expectations leave us disconnected from our truth & our worth. Together, we’ll uncover who you are under social expections, reconnect with your true self, heal past wounds, and prepare you to overcome what stands in the way of the life you deserve.
The foundation of my work is a secure, trusting relationship with clients.
I specialize in relationships, trauma, women's issues, self-esteem, and personal fulfillment. I've come to understrand that the pain of our past often shows up in our present, knocking us off track. Societal expectations leave us disconnected from our truth & our worth. Together, we’ll uncover who you are under social expections, reconnect with your true self, heal past wounds, and prepare you to overcome what stands in the way of the life you deserve.
Let's partner together to process through difficult experiences, ease uncomfortable emotions, address childhood trauma or work through relationship issues.
Ultimately, the goal is progress, not perfection. I firmly believe (deep down) we all possess the necessary tools for growth and change. My intent is to cultivate a judgement-free zone for individuals to process and feel safe showing up as their most authentic selves. Anyone I connect with can trust in my guidance to give you that extra push towards ending painful patterns, gaining healthy insight into blind spots and working toward self-acceptance.
Let's partner together to process through difficult experiences, ease uncomfortable emotions, address childhood trauma or work through relationship issues.
Ultimately, the goal is progress, not perfection. I firmly believe (deep down) we all possess the necessary tools for growth and change. My intent is to cultivate a judgement-free zone for individuals to process and feel safe showing up as their most authentic selves. Anyone I connect with can trust in my guidance to give you that extra push towards ending painful patterns, gaining healthy insight into blind spots and working toward self-acceptance.
I also offer couples counseling and co-dependency counseling for significant others.
My specialization involves treatment of individuals who desire coordinated attention to Addiction and Mental Health Issues, those who may have experienced failure in prior treatment(s), and in the coordination of addiction counseling with treatment of underlying life challenges, such as co-dependency, depression, trauma, childhood issues, abuse or anxiety.
I also offer couples counseling and co-dependency counseling for significant others.
My specialization involves treatment of individuals who desire coordinated attention to Addiction and Mental Health Issues, those who may have experienced failure in prior treatment(s), and in the coordination of addiction counseling with treatment of underlying life challenges, such as co-dependency, depression, trauma, childhood issues, abuse or anxiety.
Through a relationship centered approach, we will identify what gets in the way, answer the "why's" and work with highly effective tools for processing your thoughts, emotions, and experiences so that you can improve how you experience your life.
Feeling anxious or depressed? Are you losing sleep, struggling to focus, or prone to spiraling? Challenged in your most important relationships? Ever feel like there's just something wrong with you? You can gain understanding and awareness, find relief, and learn to experience life from an optimal state. Together we identify your personal strengths and develop strategies so you can live life the way you choose.
Through a relationship centered approach, we will identify what gets in the way, answer the "why's" and work with highly effective tools for processing your thoughts, emotions, and experiences so that you can improve how you experience your life.
Feeling anxious or depressed? Are you losing sleep, struggling to focus, or prone to spiraling? Challenged in your most important relationships? Ever feel like there's just something wrong with you? You can gain understanding and awareness, find relief, and learn to experience life from an optimal state. Together we identify your personal strengths and develop strategies so you can live life the way you choose.
Erin Bagwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LIMHP
3 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68114
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples and families through grief, infertility, medical illness, caregiver fatigue, and substance use concerns.
I most enjoy witnessing the transformative growth that occurs through a strong therapeutic relationship. I look forward to talking with you soon about how we can partner together on your goals.
I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples and families through grief, infertility, medical illness, caregiver fatigue, and substance use concerns.
I most enjoy witnessing the transformative growth that occurs through a strong therapeutic relationship. I look forward to talking with you soon about how we can partner together on your goals.
Building a safe and trustworthy professional relationship is my top priority.
I definitely understand that reaching out for therapy can cause anxious uncertainty and emotional discomfort. If this is the case, I'm SO GLAD you are making this courageous decision. Regarding my personality and therapeutic style, you will notice this immediately: I am warm, genuine, personable, light-hearted, and easy to connect with. You will also notice I am passionate about understanding your unique life story, including the personal struggles for which you are seeking professional care. I desire to relate to you as an equal, whole person rather than someone who "has all the answers." In sessions with me, you will know I care.
Building a safe and trustworthy professional relationship is my top priority.
I definitely understand that reaching out for therapy can cause anxious uncertainty and emotional discomfort. If this is the case, I'm SO GLAD you are making this courageous decision. Regarding my personality and therapeutic style, you will notice this immediately: I am warm, genuine, personable, light-hearted, and easy to connect with. You will also notice I am passionate about understanding your unique life story, including the personal struggles for which you are seeking professional care. I desire to relate to you as an equal, whole person rather than someone who "has all the answers." In sessions with me, you will know I care.
Perhaps you are looking for a place where you can talk about your relationship with God or explore the things that give meaning to your life.
I offer EMDR, individual and couples therapy, sex addiction treatment, guidance related to questions about spirituality and faith, integration of personal wellness factors in treatment, help for anxiety and depression.
Perhaps you are looking for a place where you can talk about your relationship with God or explore the things that give meaning to your life.
I offer EMDR, individual and couples therapy, sex addiction treatment, guidance related to questions about spirituality and faith, integration of personal wellness factors in treatment, help for anxiety and depression.
I work with anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and more.
Life can be overwhelming, messy, and at times deeply painful. You might find yourself feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, weighed down by anxiety or sadness, or unsure how to move forward after a loss or major life change. Maybe you’re trying to understand yourself or your relationships better, or you’re simply exhausted from holding it all together. You may be hoping to make sense of your experiences, learn how to cope with difficult thoughts and feelings, and ultimately live a life that feels meaningful and authentic. Therapy offers a space to explore your experiences with support, curiosity, and compassion.
I work with anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and more.
Life can be overwhelming, messy, and at times deeply painful. You might find yourself feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, weighed down by anxiety or sadness, or unsure how to move forward after a loss or major life change. Maybe you’re trying to understand yourself or your relationships better, or you’re simply exhausted from holding it all together. You may be hoping to make sense of your experiences, learn how to cope with difficult thoughts and feelings, and ultimately live a life that feels meaningful and authentic. Therapy offers a space to explore your experiences with support, curiosity, and compassion.
Some of my specialties are trauma, anxiety depression, parenting skills, and couples.
Do you struggle and feel like your life is out of control? I have been helping individuals and families for 30 plus years. My specialties are family conflict, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I feel that many people who struggle in life, struggle with having a good work, life balance. I have trained several people on how to have a better work-life balance and get the best out of their life. I love to work with individuals or families and how to make small changes that can make a big impact. If you feel like this is what you need, give me a call and see how we can make those little changes to bring about a big impact.
Some of my specialties are trauma, anxiety depression, parenting skills, and couples.
Do you struggle and feel like your life is out of control? I have been helping individuals and families for 30 plus years. My specialties are family conflict, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I feel that many people who struggle in life, struggle with having a good work, life balance. I have trained several people on how to have a better work-life balance and get the best out of their life. I love to work with individuals or families and how to make small changes that can make a big impact. If you feel like this is what you need, give me a call and see how we can make those little changes to bring about a big impact.
Whether you're navigating personal struggles or facing challenges in your relationship, you want more than just survival — you want peace, connection, and a sense of wholeness.
I create a safe, supportive space where you can explore what's weighing you down. Together, we’ll uncover patterns, understand your emotions, and work through past pain. I’ll help you build healthier ways to cope, connect more deeply with yourself, and feel more in control of your life.
Whether you're navigating personal struggles or facing challenges in your relationship, you want more than just survival — you want peace, connection, and a sense of wholeness.
I create a safe, supportive space where you can explore what's weighing you down. Together, we’ll uncover patterns, understand your emotions, and work through past pain. I’ll help you build healthier ways to cope, connect more deeply with yourself, and feel more in control of your life.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.