Family Therapy in Greensburg, PA

Through the lens of Bowen Systems Theory I work towards providing insight and awareness into the emotional process that we often find ourselves intensely reacting from. Building on that insight and awareness, decreasing the emotional reactivity while increasing calmer and more rational choices. Looking at our emotional patterns to better understand them allows us then to think in a way that can provide an openness to making different choices. To know better is to do better! To understand why we react to our situations and where those patterns have been learned, we can then start to look at each new moment as it’s own.

We are all different in the way we experience life; each of us has a unique perspective in the way we interpret and how we feel about our personal experiences. What I don't do: I am not here to pass judgment or to tell you how to live your life. What I can do: I provide a compassionate approach to help guide and support your decision to make positive changes in your life and help you find alternate solutions to your everyday or recurring problems.

In life we are often faced with challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, and loss. These issues can shake us to our core, cause us to question ourselves, and doubt our place within the world. Working through these issues in a safe and secure therapeutic relationship can provide sanctuary, comfort, and healing. I can help you work through these concerns, increase awareness, and build connections within your life to cope with challenges in healthy ways.

There are situations in life when you may feel it's too difficult to handle things on your own. Sometimes family and friends are unable to give you the guidance or insight that you may need to resolve or manage your problem. It's in these times that therapy can help. I have successfully treated a wide-range of issues including, but not limited to; grief, loss, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders. I have also successfully worked with couples who are dealing with infidelity and/or communication issues.

For over 12 years, I have worked with a wide range of individuals with various diagnoses and concerns including anxiety, OCD, panic, depression, trauma, suicidal ideation, non-suicidal self-injury, life transitions, stress, ADHD, peer and relationship issues, grief and loss, family conflict, serious and persistent mental illness, and chronic health issues.

I believe that the core to effective therapy is a strong and trusting relationship between therapist and client. Within this working relationship we can explore deeper issues and learn healthier ways of coping and bringing about positive change. People have within themselves the ability to heal but finding that inner strength is sometimes limited by unhealthy coping skills, stress, trauma and grief. It is important to treat the whole person, not just the addiction. I utilize a Person Centered/Strength Based Approach in helping clients reach their goals.

Life can be overwhelming and difficult at times. It is healthy and beneficial to take time for yourself to work through these stressors and to learn effective strategies to cope with these pressures. I am committed to creating a safe and therapeutic space for my clients to be able to begin the healing process. It is my life's passion to help individuals and families experience relief from their current symptoms and improve family relationships and family dynamics.

Awareness in itself is healing. -Fritz Perls. Imagine having the world's most incredible tool for healing, acceptance, and fulfilling experiences at your disposal. Now, what if I told you that YOU are actually this tool. Our mind and body connect in incredible ways. Sometimes, we just need help learning how to listen to what we need, and get to know the person we know we can be; and maybe, always were. At True North Vitality, we hope to help you find wholeness and of course, your True North.

We all experience difficulties, and at times it can be tough to sort through our thoughts and feelings alone. I believe that we all have patterns of reactions that arise in our thoughts and behaviors. Some of these patterns may be healthy and some unhealthy. I like to think of the therapeutic environment as a safe place to sort through what makes us, “us”. Within this environment we hope to become more aware of our patterns and decision making. With increased awareness we can make the decisions on what continues to work for us and what no longer serves us well.

Laurie specializes in treating children with Autism Spectrum Disorder as well as providing Individual Therapy to children, adolescents and young adults with a variety of mental health disorders. Laurie works closely with clients and their families in addressing mental health concerns. She provides treatment to individuals with a wide range of emotional, neurodevelopmental and behavioral disorders including: depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, OCD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, language and learning disorders, mood disorders, conduct disorders and oppositional defiant disorders.

Sometimes you can hit a wall and experience overwhelming emotions. It can be confusing to sort out your thoughts and feelings during that experience. Many times this is rooted in trauma, childhood adversities, family dynamics, or relational stresses. My role as your therapist is to help you understand how your past is in your present. Learning themes and patterns will help you facilitate the change that is needed to relieve these symptoms. Together we can peel back the layers. Awareness is the key to healing!

My focus is to help you identify and develop your individual goals in treatment. I will guide you to achieve those goals and find ways to better understand and overcome your barriers. I take a strength based approach to provide a safe space for you to share your concerns. I have experience working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral disorders including: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, trauma, adjustment disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and family systems.

I work from a Cognitive Behavioral approach along with a Dialectical Behavioral approach in order to challenge and reframe thoughts along with developing healthy coping strategies to counteract emotional distress. I work from a collaborative approach with the individual, family , and or couple to outline strength based goals, increase awareness, and validate given information provided.

Life can be overwhelming. Sometimes it feels downright impossible, especially when you're trying to navigate all of life's changes. You don't have to walk through life alone; let's do this together. I am here to provide a safe space for you to begin the journey of self-exploration and healing. We will work together to explore healthy and effective coping skills to manage difficult emotions. I strive to empower you to be the best version of yourself.

Dr. Rich Hoffman is the Founder and Clinical Director of Christian Counseling Associates (CCA). CCA is a leading faith based group private practice organization with over 50 locations, and a staff of over 70 Christian Counselors in Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio, and West Virginia. Dr, Hoffman leads a group of clinical professionals who have developed effective approaches for marital, family , parent-child, and personal problems that occur in daily living. CCA will help you identify the core issues that have resulted in your emotional or personal problems, and immediately help develop strategies to resolve these issues.

Are you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed by life's daily demands? Are you at a point in your life where you are tired of dealing with anxiety, stress or depression alone that you are ready for a change? Then therapy can help. Starting therapy can take courage, please know that I am proud of you for getting started on this journey! When you come into the office, we will discuss what’s going on in your life and figure out how to move forward. My personal belief for therapy is that change can happen without focusing on a person’s deficits. I believe when we focus on happiness and joy that physical and emotional health can be achieved.

Kim has over seven years of experience working with individuals, couples, families and groups of all ages. Her treatment of those with loved ones who suffer from substances use issues challenges individual thought processes and family patterns that keep people vulnerable to addiction. Kim has personal and professional experience and training to work with families formed through foster and kinship care and adoption. She can help you to define what you want in your relationships to help create lasting and rewarding relationships. Kim practices from an approach to therapy that considers relational dynamics.

Change is possible. It takes courage and alot of effort to take on this process. Emotional health is connected to our physical health. Why waste more time not having better relationships and better functioning overall?. As humans, our emotional system blind us to ways we can have better relationships and better lives overall. Through my years of education, training and self work, I know and appreciate what it takes to live a more fulfilled life. Time is our most valuable gift. Why wait?

I work with clients identifying and resolving problems with eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, compulsive overeating/binge eating),trauma related issues, anxiety or panic attacks, depression, OCD, relationship issues, low self-esteem, difficulties with mood swings, and in need of coping techiques to deal with stress. I enjoy working with both women and men, adults, college students, adolescents and children. I often work closely with treatment teams professionals, such as medical professionals, nutritionists, and school counselors.. I offer individual & family counseling. My caring and supportive manner is balanced with a challenging and motivating style to help clients successfully meet their treatment goals.