Therapists in Brownsburg, IN

Move past the challenges in your life, and experience greater calm, confidence and joy. Whether you are seeking counseling to cope with feeling anxious or depressed, or want help with grief, trauma, parenting, or relationship issues, I provide a safe and welcoming place for you. My approach is grounded in family systems, and I am a Certified Brainspotting Therapist. My work combines strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness to create lasting change.

Are you frustrated by self-critical thoughts that hold you back? Do you struggle with perfectionism or worry? Are you looking for ways to quiet the self-critic and shift into the person you know that you are meant to be? I am trained in Level 1 & 2 of Internal Family Systems, and offer other evidence-based modalities such as EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). I believe in the mind-body connection and will weave guided imagery, mindfulness, somatic, cognitive and behavioral techniques into treatment, depending on your needs. I work from an affirming and inclusive lens.

My clients are aware that something in their current lives is no longer serving them, want to understand how that came to be, and align themselves with the vision they have for their future. This often starts by noticing repeating patterns of behavior in themselves, or those they attract, and becoming curious about the reason why. They may also find that they experience certain physical and emotional responses (anger, anxiety, people pleasing etc.) and know that their body is trying to tell them something needs to shift.

I am passionate about mental health and am grateful I have worked in this field over the last 14 years. As a Marriage and Family therapist for 5 years, I have found my calling working with professional helpers such as first responders, veterans, and military service members. I have a specific interest and expertise in working with professional helpers who have a hard time accepting or asking for help themselves. I have gotten to know the struggles of the professional helpers and their loved ones that I have had the honor to work with.

THERAPY: I hear so much negativity in our field about work with people. But - I am amazed by some of the people that step foot into my office. I am in awe of their ability to smile through pain. I feel blessed that I get to share in their strong, resilience and desire to grow and change. I learn so much from them. I’m also frustrated with societies message that emotions like anger, resentfulness and jealousy are abnormal for us to feel. Sometimes they interfere with other parts of our life. These people that I encounter on a day-to-day basis are amazing, beautiful people. To all of them I say-

Welcome. If you're here right now, you're probably longing for more peace and joy, but the worry and sadness keep eclipsing your ability to feel good. Perhaps you're successful in many areas of your life but continue to have a nagging feeling that you aren’t enough. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed by distressing emotion and painful memories. Or you and your partner are stuck in the same argument loop and are wondering how to feel passion and ease in your relationship again. Maybe you are a therapist who wants to work through some personal issues or needs guidance to prevent or heal from compassion fatigue.

Welcome! I'm really glad you are here. My goal is to create a soft place to land, grow, feel challenged and supported. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, adhd, stress, relationships, life transitions, and trauma. My practice is based on the belief that when our experiences are met with compassion and curiosity we can grow and create more fullness in our lives and relationships. My approach to therapy is primarily rooted in modalities from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, with a strong emphasis on body-based therapies (including Brainspotting), mindfulness and self-compassion.

There's a beautiful passage by Jacquelyn Small that sums up the way I view and practice therapy: "When therapeutic relating occurs, both parties have dissolved the boundary between the one needing help and the other offering it; they are simply two beings bouncing off each other in truth; We all just need clear people to bounce off of so we can see our own light." I strongly believe that we're the experts of our own lives and sometimes we just need a safe, non-judgmental person to see us, believe our experiences and remind us that we're deserving and healing is possible.

I treasure a core belief that human beings are inherently compassionate, wise, and whole. Then life happens and we begin to lose access to our inner resourcefulness. My work is rooted in connection, authenticity, and empathy. I feel that change and healing occur both experientially and relationally. By utilizing compassion, honesty, and humor, I connect and collaborate with clients to create a supportive and non-judgmental container for self-exploration and growth.

I provide affirming, nonjudgmental therapy to people of all ages. I enjoy working with people who are mindful and self reflective but are looking for someone to help them connect with their feelings and explore new perspectives. My clients are unique individuals, ready to do the work to find their version of personal fulfillment/freedom. We will work to enhance self-awareness, process past experiences interfering with the present, gain tools needed to navigate challenges, and find a deeper sense of security/peace in life.

Welcome to my practice! My name is Laura, and I'm pleased to meet you. I specialize in several areas of human sexuality including medical disorders such as female inorgasmia, betrayal trauma, affair recovery, childhood sexual abuse, healthy sexuality, and consulting with churches and corporations on safe child policies. I will work with you in an understanding and compassionate manner to help transform you into a stronger individual that has survived adversity and triumphed over hurt as well as help you improve your sex life. I also offer several day intensives to shorten the duration of treatment and expedite the healing process.

“Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable. When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary. The people we trust with that important talk can help us know that we are not alone.” Fred Rogers sums up very well the first steps of healing - to begin to share what is happening in a compassionate space. I am passionate about supporting people in facing the difficulties and complexities of life with courage.

Relationship TRAUMA? I primarily work with clients who have concerns of past childhood trauma, relationship trauma or religious trauma, which often cause struggles of depression, anxiety, toxic relationships, or relationship struggles, parenting problems, people pleasing, anger management difficulties, career challenges and adjusting to major life changes. I am SOGIE Affirmative and sex positive in my treatment. I am non-judgmental, direct, and empowering in my counseling style. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

Feeling stuck and having trouble engaging with what really matters to you? Your brain has done an excellent job keeping you safe, but some strategies developed as a reaction to stressors may no longer meet your needs. Issues like family of origin discord, medical illnesses, neurodiversity, and stressful work environments can all add up to impact our relationship with ourselves and others. I especially love working with high achievers who have issues with perfectionism, burnout, dissociation, attachment, and procrastination.

Feeling nervous about starting therapy? Completely normal! You're making a huge step to work on yourself, process trauma, and open up about things you’ve never shared before. Having a safe and comfortable therapeutic relationship to help navigate these feelings is key to successful treatment. I hope we can achieve that together. My style is relaxed, supportive, and nonjudgemental. I believe in meeting people where they are. I have over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, parenting, and relationship issues.