Do you ever wish you could change your brain? Do you find yourself struggling with the same patterns in relationships that leave you feeling disconnected, anxious, and depressed? You may benefit from talking with Elle. Elle uses her knowledge of the brain and implicit memory to target root issues and promote lasting healing. You can learn more by visiting her website: https://www.courageousstepscounseling.com and follow her on instagram @psychotherapistisin.

A good life begins on the inside. I believe therapy is a collaborative relationship involving caring support, humor and spontaneity to gain self awareness, improve interpersonal relationships, increase coping skills, understand emotional patterns and enhance self esteem; empowering you to transform your life so that you can emerge a stronger, healthier person.

Life can often be challenging. I am here to help those who are at a point in their life where something has to change and the willingness to make that change, whatever that might look like is now present. Whether the problem is life status, relationship or family conflict, oppositional behaviors or substance abuse/addiction, change is possible. Please email me for fastest response.

Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed? It can be so scary and frustrating to think that your mind, emotions, and behaviors are out of your control. Whether this is a new feeling or you've struggled for a long time, I'm so glad you are reading my profile and thinking about seeking help. My focus is on empowering my clients to achieve their full potential and lead more rewarding lives. I am committed to providing a warm, caring environment where we can work together to clarify your struggles and set manageable, attainable goals.

We can do hard things-Glennon Doyle. These times are filled with uncertainty, change, and great opportunity. Therapy can help you find ways to manage uncertainty and overwhelm, feel calmer, more connected, and balanced. Together we will create a trusting and respectful space where you can pause and truly listen to yourself. I will invite you to grow in understanding and appreciation of your strengths and struggles. With this awareness, we will work on developing new habits and skills in responding vs. reacting, supporting you in choosing your path forward with confidence.

In therapy, I work to develop a trusting relationship in which my clients can gain greater self-awareness and understanding, improve their emotional coping skills and empower themselves to change and transform their lives. My therapeutic approach integrates cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness and collaborative exploration techniques.

*Thank you for your interest! My practice is currently full.* Life can be busy, hectic and non-stop. Wouldn’t it be nice to have some space and time set aside just for you? To breathe, slow down and reconnect with yourself and your own needs. In these moments of pause, a wellspring becomes available to support you in regaining balance between your mind, body and soul and to help you become the best version of yourself - one that can experience peace and stillness, even in the middle of a storm. This is why I strive to create a therapeutic environment where you can be your authentic self, and feel safe in order to heal and grow.

I feel honored to be engaged in this work and gratified when the individuals, couples and families whom I serve 'find their way'... healing, growing and discovering the possibilities in their lives.The benefits from psychotherapy may be symptomatic relief and solutions to presenting concerns. You also may learn to better cope with your family or other relationships, thus experiencing more satisfaction from those relationships. Another possible benefit may be a better understanding of your personal goals and values towards making life decisions.

My name is James Marston, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. In my practice I have worked with a wide range of clients, from adults to children, including couples and families. I'm trained in a wide range of therapeutic techniques and styles, but feel most at home using a combination of client-centered and cognitive-behavioral therapy. I believe that at its core, therapy is forming a positive relationship, and then using that relationship to motivate and reinforce healing and change.

Helping people feel whole again! This is a puzzling time for most! We all have parts of us from depressed, critical, worried to parts that are kind, happy and loving. All of these parts together make us the person we are. Although it is usually in an effort to help, sometimes different parts of us take over at the wrong time or do something that doesn’t seem to be helpful. Get support to uncover and be aware of what part is being activated so that you can begin to see things as yourself instead of as a part of you that is broken. Develop skills and awareness as you take a journey to towards feeling more like yourself again.

I have been assisting individuals reduce emotional pain, navigate major life changes, and find personal fulfillment for nearly 30 years. Clinical Counseling services incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic techniques and focus on depression, anxiety, and anger. Change and Transition Services include couples counseling, work & career issues, pain management, and disability issues. Strategic Life Planning Services focus on values clarification, personal needs, life goals, and coaching to achieve optimal well-being and satisfaction. I use tests and inventories including the MBTI to help clients and couples gain personal insight quickly.

My practice is currently FULL! I will NOT be taking new cases until SPRING! Are you not feeling quite like yourself? Are you feeling stuck or struggling with a difficult experience that you have had? Are you struggling with worry or feeling down? Do you want to improve your relationship with your partner or with your child/teenager? My goal as a therapist is to work in a collaborative manner to empower clients to reach their goals. It is a privilege to help people improve their lives and their relationships.

What if anxiety, depression, anger, and negative thinking aren't symptoms, but strategies? What if we considered those emotions, thoughts, and body sensations to be trailheads to discover parts of us that are working hard to protect us and to navigate a challenging world filled with stressors and complicated relationships? And what if we considered the roles those parts are playing and directed them instead of being controlled by them?

Emotional and relational peace, joy, and power can feel impossible and elusive sometimes. But, often it takes one small first step to shift your life towards greater health. I love working with people ready to invite themselves to take that small step and see where it leads. If you've been struggling with anxiety, depression, self-doubt, relationship problems, upsetting personal experiences, or life transitions/losses, I hope you'll take the small step.

I provide counseling to individuals on a variety of issues including depression/anxiety,anger management, substance abuse, addiction, compulsive behaviors,and stress management. Counseling sessions are tailored to your goals: either short-term, focusing on a specific issue, or longer-term, addressing ongoing personal growth. If you are looking for ways to gain a better understanding of yourself, change old behavior patterns, learn new ways to cope with stress then counseling can help you. What you can expect from counseling is compassion, and understanding, new perspectives on negative feelings and behaviors, and strategies for creating positive changes in your life.

I recognize the courage it takes to reach out for help and the vulnerability that people often feel, which is why I make it my priority to create a welcoming and positive environment as we begin the journey towards healing. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is an integral part of the process of improving your life and it is my goal to assist you in working towards your goals while building a relationship of collaboration, accountability, and trust.

I love what I do. Most of us are overwhelmed right now and are challenged with how to get through this global health crisis. This may come in the form of anxiety/depression about health/safety, job loss, financial stress, parenting frightened children, loneliness that comes with social distancing or trigger previous life traumas. I work to establish a safe working relationship that allows you to take risks and address your deepest concerns. Together we will compassionately understand your life, applaud how you have gotten through and empower you with new skills to manage trauma/stress. Resiliency is a verb (Elisha Goldstein)

I tend to think of therapy as an amazing opportunity to engage in a collaborative process that helps people to develop authentic, enlivened and creative relationships with themselves and others. I am interested in what moves people. What are the moments in their lives when they feel "lined up", fulfilled, attuned? My work focuses on cultivating healing and change in a safe and supportive environment. Compassion, empathy, and forgiveness toward one's self and toward others are important as we face the complexities and pain that life brings us and move toward a life well-lived.

**Unfortunately I am not currently taking family cases due to COVID. Are you or someone you know struggling with managing emotions-anxiety or depression, are there sexual concerns for yourself or in your relationship, or are you struggling with adjustments in your life, maybe starting a family or parenting children who struggle with behaviors? If so I would love to hear from you in order to see if I am a good fit to help. I love working with all types of family systems, currently with couples or individuals. I believe that part of moving forward towards change is supporting my clients in finding the solutions within themselves.

Practicing 40 years, 30 in Seacoast Tri-state area. Portsmouth Family Institute faculty member, and Guest Lecturer, UNH Graduate Studies in Marriage/Family Therapy. PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING for ADHD- child/adult; Presurgical evaluations; Court-Legal-School evaluations. APA Board Certified in Assessment/Treatment of Substance Use Disorders. Provide evaluation/aftercare to DWI clients; all ADDICTION services to families. Individuals/couples/ families undergoing life transitions/divorce. I am a former GAL. I provide psychological assessment/treatment to clients of GALs Consultation to schools: psychoed & AD/HD testing/ counseling/staff training. I gladly work with persons of all ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, faiths.