Teletherapy for West Lafayette, IN

Hi there. I'm so happy you found my counseling profile. I have experience with a wide array of issues including depression, anxiety, alcohol and drug issues, PTSD, personality disorders, bipolar and other mood disorders, eating disorders, trauma, and relationship issues. I have an eclectic approach to therapy using different techniques such as motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, positive psychology, psychoeducation, dialectical behavioral therapy, and person-centered therapy.

I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker that has been in the mental health field since 2015. I am currently accepting new patients. I have always had a passion for helping others achieve their goals and reach their full potential. I enjoy working with those that struggle with addiction, depression, trauma, anxiety, stressful life situations, and relational issues. Our connections with others are so important and when we struggle in relation to others is often when we seek outside help.

I have been working as a clinical therapist since 1992. I previously worked in mental health hospitals and in community mental health centers. I work with compassion and empathy to help clients address their mental health difficulties, by fostering an atmosphere of harmony allowing for open sharing of feelings and thought’s so they can reach their full potential. As a highly skilled, strength based, and solution oriented licensed clinical social worker, I have developed a track record of successfully working with a diverse population in a one on one or group setting.

Do you feel like navigating life has become difficult?  Do you need someone to point the way forward?  Do you feel stuck? Feeling sad, anxious, or overwhelmed?  Struggling with motivation, fatigue, or difficulty sleeping?  Having difficulty managing your moods?  I've been there, and I know how difficult that is to manage. Sometimes we all need guidance to get ourselves back onto our own path.  As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am here to help you on your journey of personal growth.

Visit Gen at www.facebook.com/genjudaynaprivatepractice/ or www.genjudayna.com . Gen's life's work is to assist you in realizing who you were created to be and realizing all that you are. Gen genuinely cares about her clients and will go above and beyond to provide the best guidance and support. She will take the time to listen, assess, understand, and provide helpful insights to assist you in dealing with your current situation. Gen believes in meeting clients where they are and working together on goals that are important to the individual or family.

My goal when working with clients is to assist them toward their goals and life plans. My work is holistic. We work with your mind, body and spirit to transform you into a physically and emotionally healthy human being. I am Psychodynamically trained, so relationships are important. Not only the relationship between you and I, but also the relationships in your past and present. You become who you are because of relationships, good and bad. As we unravel your relationships, we resolve your issues, thereby moving you to a healthy, happy relationship with yourself and others.

Sleep troubles, Trauma, Chronic Pain, Anxiety or Depression negatively impacting your life? I believe clients are the expert of themselves. I have additional tools through training and experience to be part of a team approach with a client in the process of recovering from Insomnia, traumatic event(s) and other issues, in a relatively short amount of time when compared to typical therapies. Evidence-Based Therapy may be of interest to you because the rigorously researched therapy has shown to have consistent outcomes, tends to be less sessions than standard supportive therapy, which can be more cost-effective since less visits.

Do you ever feel like you’ve lost the map to your own life? On the outside, does it appear you’ve got it all together, but on the inside, do you feel like you're coming apart? 
Are you exhausted from the emotional labor of your relationships? Do you struggle to maintain close connections? Does it seem like nobody really understands you? Are you feeling so overwhelmed that you just want to numb yourself? Have your coping mechanisms become unhealthy habits? You’ve come to the right place. At Solace Counseling Services, I believe the answers lie within you, waiting to be uncovered.

Mental health needs affect everyone differently and yet it can impact how one sees the world, themselves, and others. Furthermore, various diversity factors such as race, gender, religion, also influence the way one see's him/herself and the way that the world sees and treats a person. In my work with children, adults, couples, and families which spans for more than 15 years, I focus on seeing and understanding the whole person in order to assist clients on their journey to healing and acceptance.

Life can be difficult. Counseling shouldn’t be. When you’re struggling to cope with the challenges in your life, starting therapy is a courageous step toward change. In a complex world, we believe in straightforward, compassionate support. If you are feeling out of balance or in distress, it can feel defeating to reach out for help and be met with unreturned calls, waitlists, or therapists who are not taking new clients. Not addressing your issues with a professional can often lead to an increase of symptoms while you wait for your first appointment. We believe that you shouldn’t have to go through this alone.

For more than ten years, I've worked with teenagers (15+) and adults of all ages to address a multitude of concerns: self-esteem, life changes, grief, anxiety, interpersonal problems, chronic illness, loved ones struggling with addiction, depression, and issues specific to LGBTQ+ folks. I also strive to consider the importance of race, disability, body size, gender identity, sexuality, and many more intersecting, marginalized identities within sessions. I'm committed to counseling that is anti-racist, is queer friendly, and rejects diet culture.

In an increasingly stressful world, it becomes more and more exhausting trying to do it all on your own. I strive to help clients navigate their way through anxiety, depression, past/present trauma, and other struggles. I believe that each individual is the expert of their own life, but sometimes needs assistance in navigating life’s curveballs. My training is grounded in the “generalist” practice of counseling psychology, and I have specific training and experience in working with LGBTQ+ identity development, self-compassion, trauma, and relationship and family of origin concerns.

Healing from our suffering—not just coping with it, but transforming it into growth—often requires a journey through it. It’s been said that “feelings buried alive never die.” Fear, sadness, rejection—all want acknowledgment so that we will not stay stuck in past pain. Once we bring our experience into the light, our truth can be validated. "My feelings are real." This is an important step in reaching a place of acceptance. Once the fog or confusion lifts, clarity follows and with it the momentum and freedom to finally release, let go, and move forward.

I believe you were born with the skills you need to live life. You can create, connect, and cut a rug. Sometimes through life we have an experience, environment, or emotion that is so strong; it separates us from our natural skills. Where we once had ease and order, we now have dis-ease and dis-order. I believe combining our skills, self-determination, and safety will get us back to ourselves and living once again.

I recognize that everyone needs a little help sometimes. My passion is to come alongside those who are hurting and journey with them toward healing. My goal as a counselor is to provide a safe and welcoming environment in which clients can feel safe and connected while pursuing their goals toward wholeness and wellness. I draw from a range of interventions while valuing the collaborative relationship that is so necessary for healing and growth. My experience has included working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, life adjustments, grief and loss, relational issues, trauma, ADHD, and more.

Beginning therapy can be a daunting step. It's natural to be unsure about what to anticipate or question if it will be beneficial. You may worry overcome by difficult emotions during sessions. We all hope to traverse life's trials independently, but sometimes the path grows obscured when burdens become too heavy to bear alone. In these times, seeking professional support can help illuminate the way forward again. With compassion and skill, I can guide you to rediscover inner resources and find relief. I can help you navigate life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting issues, addictions, or family/relationship stress.

Are you looking to improve communication skills, gain better insight into your mental health, or develop coping skills? Do you feel like the same problems or situations keep repeating in your life no matter how hard you try to prevent them? Are your emotions out of control? Do you feel like you need things to change, but you don’t know how or where to start? Is unaddressed trauma negatively impacting your day-to-day life or relationships? Maybe things look good on the surface, but inside you feel as though you’re barely holding things together. I can help with trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use and more.

When you’re struggling to cope with the challenges in your life, starting therapy is a courageous step toward change. In a complex world, we believe in straightforward, compassionate support. At Counseling Simplified, we treat a wide range of clients, from children to elders, from anxiety to life changes. Therapy is about creating a relationship with all the parts of you. We help you understand the connection between the actions you take and the way you feel in a process that allows you to live in harmony with your whole self.

Group Practice - Accepting NEW clients in FL, IL, & IN. Wendy Galyen & the team of psychotherapists at Thrive for Life offer VIDEO, PHONE, & EMAIL-based counseling - these services are great for busy professionals, college students, stay-at-home moms, retirees, or other clients who do not have time for traditional in-person sessions but who would benefit from counseling support in their daily lives. Free consultation available to determine if this type of counseling can meet your unique needs. Insurance & private pay. Prices range from $100-$175/session. Team: Wendy Galyen, Marilyn Verbiscer, Kelli Jones, Emma Flores & Indya Peoples