Therapists in Lincoln, NE

I am a licensed psychologist with experience working with a wide variety of presenting concerns in community, Veterans Affairs hospitals, and residential settings. I have specialized training and experience in working with substance use (particularly in harm-reduction), PTSD and trauma, intimate partner violence, anger management, self-compassion, men and masculinity, veterans, and the LGBTQ+ community. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important part of therapy, thus, I work to establish a collaborative relationship with you in order to help you meet your goals.

No matter your past, deep and lasting healing is possible through holistic care for the mind, body, and spirit. I focus on the whole individual, helping to turn a vicious cycle of poor physical, mental, and spiritual health into wellness and thriving. I use a customized, integrative approach to address your specific needs. I promise to walk with you during this chapter of life, empowering you to leverage your past experiences to write a beautiful and authentic next chapter. I will provide targeted customized therapy that will allow you to truly heal - and perhaps more quickly than you think possible!

I work primarily with children, adolescents, and their families. However, I additionally work across the age spectrum and throughout the adoption network with adoption-related issues. I see behaviors as communication of unmet needs. As a client-centered therapist, I work to learn where clients have unmet emotional needs, how their family can work to meet those needs, and what barriers there are to that process.

I hope to create a space for authentic connection, safety and trust, in which we can work together to develop strategies for reaching your goals. It takes courage and vulnerability to face life’s stresses, and I would feel grateful to walk together with you in that process. I want to empower you to find tools for improving your relationship with yourself, your family, and others around you!

I take a holistic health approach, focusing on treating and supporting the person as a whole. All facets of life are examined including mental, emotional, physical, nutrition & social to help determine the best plan for healing. I strive to create a safe environment that is welcoming to all and goes beyond focusing on an illness and eliminating symptoms, but rather create a positive approach to life. The best way to schedule is via email.

Hi, I'm Erika Ashby! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with experience providing individual, couple, & family therapy in English and Spanish. I also have training in Medical Family Therapy. I am a native of California and moved to Lincoln, Nebraska in 2011 to attend graduate school at UNL. My husband and I have 4 children, and we have enjoyed raising our children in the Midwest! My approach to therapy incorporates not only the emotional and mental components of health traditionally focused on in therapy, but also the physical, social and spiritual components of our health and how they intersect and impact our overall wellbeing.

I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families & children who are impacted by a variety of conditions and who are struggling with life issues. Life balance is the goal and that is done through my work, with anxiety, depression, relationships, loss, trauma and children with behavioral disorders. Many people struggle with a variety of emotional challenges. An inability to manage emotions and behaviors effectively can negatively impact relationships. I help people identify their strengths, understand, experience and express their emotions in appropriate ways.

I specialize in helping adults and adolescents who feel stuck or overwhelmed by issues in their personal and/or professional lives. Having practiced for over 20 years, I have worked with many clients who were able to overcome obstacles in their lives, and, as a result, became happier and more productive.

The idea that sustainable happiness is an unattainable goal, is a tricky one. It's that thing we say to ourselves: "if I just ____ then I will be happy ...or if they just ____ then I will be happy." I prefer the idea of moving toward being more content. Isn't content what we feel when we are comfortable, calm, validated and without anxious or depressive thoughts that mess with our days? Often, if not almost always, we have traumas (big or small) and mean/sad/negative inner voices and thoughts that, if we process them, we can get to our contentedness.

At Origins, we are committed to supporting the whole person. We are dedicated to our mantra of "Health by choice, not by chance.". As a therapist, I believe that a person's emotional, physical and spiritual health are all equally important and one cannot exist without the others. For this reason, I work from a client's strengths to help them identify their goals and take deliberate, measurable and achievable steps toward finding the happiness and joy they desire in life. Emotional intelligence, communication effectiveness, relationship skills, mindful living and healthy parenting are some areas of focus.

I enjoy working with people of all ages and creating a safe space; from a former client, "I never had the fear of being judged. I could just talk and Miranda would listen. She always had the logical thing to say and knew what I needed to hear at that moment even the hard things! It never felt like therapy to me and I think that was why I felt so comfortable. It was nice to know someone was listening."

I strongly believe that therapy should not be limited to addressing immediate issues, but should also focus on long-term growth and fulfillment. In my practice, I encourage my clients to explore their goals and aspirations and work towards leading more fulfilling lives. By identifying their values and strengths, they can make meaningful changes and create a life that aligns with their true selves. If you or someone you know needs support, I am here to help. Whether you are struggling with PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or any other mental health concern, I want to support you on your path to a more fulfilling life.

I fully understand what it feels like to have all the feelings but no idea what to do with them. I also know what it’s like to “know” what to do and feel unable to make positive changes. Because of this, I firmly believe you are the expert on your own life and my role as the therapist is to support, encourage, and offer a fresh perspective on areas of struggle. Through our collaborative work, my goal is to offer guidance as you learn to embrace what it means for you to experience a fulfilling, authentic life.

My heart as a counselor is to meet my clients where they are. I believe that we are all on a journey of growth with a desire to improve our emotional health. Every once in a while we get to a place where we feel stuck and sometimes being stuck is painful. That is where a qualified therapist can come into the picture and help you identify goals and process past hurts. I strive to provide a safe place where my clients can work through these issues free of judgement.

I have been honored to have had the privilege of working with both adults and children for the past 15 years. I believe we all possess and deserve the ability to find a sense of peace, harmony and happiness in life. I have been privileged to work with amazing adults and children and welcome the opportunity to walk beside you in your journey. I am here to assist, empower and advocate for you. If you have been thinking about making changes in your life take the next step and contact me.

We are made for relationships. When we don't have good relationships, the rest of life becomes overwhelming. Therapy is about learning how to relate to people in a healthy way, with good boundaries, emotional intelligence, and (appropriate) love. By looking at the past and how it shapes the present, we can be more free to choose a different future. Healing comes for those who don't want to repeat the past anymore but have freedom moving forward with those that they love. We will work on this goal together.

" A medical diagnosis can be a terrifying time for you and your family, it can feel as if life is lost or has been stolen. Therapy allows individuals and their families make the transition from a medical diagnosis to living life again." I Am CURRENTLY OFFERING TELEHEALTH. PLEASE CALL 402-420-2650

I received my degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and have added certifications in Financial Social Work Counseling and Wellness Coaching. In addition to being strengths based and solution focused, I draw upon cognitive behavioral approaches, systems theory and person centered therapy. My clinical experience includes working with teens and adults from all backgrounds who are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, relationship concerns, issues surrounding gender and/or sexual identity, or traumatic events. I am comfortable with any person in any topic area.

I am uniqely qualified in treating youth and family with mental health and substance abuse issues. I will assist family in maintaining appropriate parent-child boundaries and recognizing how feelings are connected to misbehavior.