Reality Therapy in Steuben County, IN

My professional experience has extended over the past 25 years. I have worked with clients of many ages 6-66 years old.. My training includes using EMDR and Internal Family Systems for trauma, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for increased rational thought, Art Therapy for expression of emotion and release of negative emotions, as well an alternative way to encounter problems; and Reality Therapy to identify concrete needs and how to get those needs met. I am a licensed mental health counselor and art therapist. I have worked in, and have experience in addictions.

Well done for taking the first step in to getting the support you need by accessing my website. I understand this can feel daunting and there is a lot of information for you to consider, so I have tried to make this site as helpful as possible. Feel free to browse through. My therapy room is in a private, professional and confidential setting. I believe in a holistic approach of mind and body working together for the good. I have over 35 years experience in counseling, working with adults, couples, littles, young children, adolescent and elders.

Hi! Just by searching for the right person to assist you, your healing journey has begun! Asking for help is one of life’s many challenges that we face, and you have mastered this step. Life can pose a number of different challenges that sometimes we need help to walk through them and create a different pathway for ourselves; I am here to partner with you on your journey. Together we can explore your current needs or stressors, understand your responses to your current situation focusing on discovering your strengths, you can create new pathways that support you to respond in a way that eliminates the stress/anxiety/sadness.

Finding a therapist competent in and understanding of eating disorders, chronic illness, trauma, and spirituality/sexuality issues is a difficult task, and I am glad you are here! Our sessions will provide you with the opportunity to work through the underlying mental health-related issues that are keeping you stuck. We might work on trauma, anxiety, depression, and many other aspects of your life. Sessions might be individual or with family. Your individualized recovery is important and deserves the best care available to you, including referrals to and coordination with multidisciplinary providers to ensure holistic treatment.

We take pride in helping clients explore ways to make changes in their lives that will give them strength for the moment and allow them to look forward to the future with hope. We are committed to working closely with those we serve, together we can lay the cornerstone for healthier and happier lives.

**Accepting new clients and offering telehealth** I work with couples, families, adolescents and adults to help address a wide range of life’s challenges. I believe in utilizing your strengths as building blocks in developing a stronger, safer and more stabilized foundation while working together to achieve a more healthy and balanced life. Life is about setting goals, whether daily or long term. I will partner with you to achieve these goals and work with you side by side to realize the best version of yourself. Life’s issues are never ending and sometimes painful. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental and open environment.

I am passionate about serving individuals who suffer from anxiety, depression, substance dependence, trauma, work, and relationship stress. I am committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore their emotions, thoughts, and experiences without feeling judged or misunderstood. I am dedicated to working with communities that have felt marginalized by other treatment experiences or have had negative experiences with therapy in general. I welcome diversity including all body sizes, abilities, races, sexualities, genders, religions and political values.

I specialize in working with those with anxiety and depression. I also have a particular focus on family structure as appropriate. I focus on the well being of the client and their environment. I use a strength based approach to encourage personal growth.

As a therapist, I am most excited to see clients motivated to explore their unknown strengths, widen their horizons, increase their abilities to make informed decisions and lead a life of meaning as they define it. Everyone I have worked with brings to therapy a foundation upon which to grow. Regardless of the problem, an enhanced sense of self is possible. Instilling hope of something better in life is one of my greatest motivations, and assisting others in achieving their goals drew me to this profession.

My ideal client is someone who wants to actively pursue new paths to find their true, healthy self. Ideally, ready to do the work. I am here to challenge cognitive distortions. I will be a partner in brainstorming issues and goals. Hard work from the client and support from an intuitive counselor will clear the path to the answers within.

I, psychotherapist Laura Braun,will help you take a big step towards a new you. Whether you are dealing with anxiety and depression or you are in a marriage or relationship that needs counseling, you can depend on me to offer a helping ear and ideal resolutions.

Let me meet you where you’re at. I’m here to listen to you and collaborate with you through life’s difficulties. Meaning and purpose can be found in the brokenness of life.

I am able to listen to the challenges going on in your life, focus on an area to develop goals and work towards positive change. I will help you explore how your thoughts are connected to your feelings, and how those thoughts and feelings influence the way we interact in our world. Together we will learn how to find ways to cope and find growth.

Catherine specializes in helping clients work through difficult times and provides the strategies and techniques necessary for empowerment as well as making and maintaining positive changes. Catherine works with children, teenagers, and adults and often addresses anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, adjustment issues, relational and family challenges, confidence, sexuality issues and substance abuse problems. Each person is unique and therapy must be tailored to meet their specific needs and goals.

For almost 20 years I’ve come alongside individuals, couples, and families struggling with a variety of concerns. One of my greatest passions is helping people discover their potential through developing their own tools and skills to work thru life’s complexities. I help people get to the root of what’s challenging for them. Together we will work towards rebuilding the way your mind and body responds to your experiences in life and will equip you with the right tools so you feel confident to pursue your goals towards healing.

Are you feeling distressed and looking for a change? My name is Katherine Murphy and I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to providing a safe space for my clients to realize peace and happiness. I have a lot of experience working in the mental health field - from corrections to private practice, and I’ve learned through service that regardless of your history, change is possible. I work with all kinds of clients, and I particularly enjoy working with people who feel "other" or like they don't fit in. I'm also deeply familiar with men's mental health issues, LGBTQIA issues, and issues of trauma.

I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. When you dare to delve into the intricate pages of your personal narrative, you will find yourself on a path toward self-awareness and self-acceptance. This journey can involve unearthing your past experiences, understanding your thought patterns, and recognizing the emotional landscapes that have shaped your life. It's a process that calls for introspection and vulnerability, but in return, it offers the potential for profound transformation. Exploration of self has the power to reshape your existence in ways you might have never thought possible

Thank you for visiting my site . I am truly humbled that you took the first step to putting you first.. I want you to know that this is absolutely a no judgement zone and I hope that you take the time to understand that it is ok to get the help that you need. Believe me we have all been in a place where we needed someone to talk to.  I am here to help you.