Trauma and PTSD Therapists in 45208

Hello! My name is Sam, and I am a therapist with Restorative Wellness. I tend to work with clients who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community, between the ages 16-45, and are working to recover from trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and grief. I also enjoy working with clients who want to clarify their values, develop self compassion, and learn how to "take up more space" in their lives and relationships. It's very important to me that my practice feels inclusive of all types of people, so I 'd also like to introduce myself to you as a cisgender, gay man, who is half Korean and half Caucasian.

In the face of life's hardships, it's normal to feel frozen sometimes, unsure of where to even begin to heal. Big emotions like grief or anxiety flare up in the wake of loss, unexpected life events, or simply build up over time. We might find ourselves stuck in patterns or beliefs that are no longer serving us. It can be daunting to dig in at first, but you can find your equilibrium again. Together, we will work on strategies that help you contain pain and make space for joy. You can find a path through your stuck points and live a life more in line with your chosen values and goals.

I assist clients who struggle with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression and want to bring about change in their lives. I help clients who want to find a balance and stability within themselves to learn and reconnect to a more desired life.

My ideal client is open about their issues and needs and motivated to work through them. My client's goal will be to build a foundation of good mental health that they can carry with them for the rest of their lives and use to improve their own lives as well as their family and friends. My ideal client comes to therapy because they want to be there and value what they can learn from their therapist and themselves.

I am passionate about working with both couples and individuals. I recognize that individual and relational wellbeing are inextricably intertwined, and even “individual” problems such as depression or trauma will impact our relationships. I am passionate about supporting clients through a range of concerns, including but not limited to body image distress, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, trauma, sexual/gender identity development, sexual shame related to religious background, jealousy, infidelity, and communication difficulties.

I have experience working with all types of anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and complex trauma. My secondary specialties include severe chronic mental illness, relationship problems, recovery from previous domestic violence, LTGBQ+ concerns, self-harm, and developmental or attachment wounds from childhood. I continue to take continuing education classes to improve my knowledge and skills in these areas. I especially enjoy working with clients motivated to improve their lives and willing to take responsibility for their success rather than expecting others to do their work.

I work with adults processing a variety of issues including trauma, grief, relationships, complicated life transitions, depression, anxiety, and more. We can tend to feel “stuck” during difficult periods of our lives, or even start to form negative beliefs about ourselves as a result of trauma. Thoughts such as “I’m not good enough”, “something is wrong with me”, or “I’m permanently damaged”, “I can’t trust myself or others” etc.

Relationships and just getting along with ourselves and with others is very difficult at times. For everyone. But we can move from pain by transforming it into greater happiness and meaning. I provide psychological evaluations and therapy to help adults better cope with their lives and resolve trauma, depression, and anxiety. In addition, I work with people struggling with parenting and relationship issues, loneliness, family conflicts, as well as medical conditions and aging/end of life issues.

Each person holds a view of the world that has been shaped by unique experiences, interactions, and cultural influences. With a strengths-based, person-centered approach to counseling, I am guided by respect for and understanding of this principle. I support others in recognizing their strengths and building the resilience necessary to manage challenges with greater ease.

In my practice, holistic healing means recognizing the intricate interplay between your thoughts, emotions, physical self, and overall life experiences. I am committed to understanding the unique tapestry of your existence, and together, we'll explore how each thread contributes to your mental health. This approach goes beyond symptom management, seeking to enhance the vitality of your whole self. At the core of my therapeutic approach is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a mindful and values-based methodology. ACT empowers you to embrace your thoughts and feelings without judgment, fostering acceptance.

As an advocate and crisis intervention specialist with over eight years of experience, I am dedicated to helping individuals recover from sexual trauma and build strong, healthy relationships. As a provider, I am committed to providing an empathetic and compassionate space to share your story. Together, we can collaboratively explore your concerns and create intentional change to fit your individual needs. My passion comes from witnessing the suffering many face from unhealed sexual trauma and unhealthy relationships.

Calm your body & mind, connect with your heart, discover who you are outside of your childhood programming & trauma. This leads to more peace, confidence, better relationships & often better health. Healing is a journey and ideally we dip into the past just long enough to learn from it and let it go. Living in the present becomes much easier when trapped emotions from the past aren’t always right there waiting to be activated. I offer an open, no-judgement, holistic space for you to bring your truest self, all preferences and spiritualities welcome.

Each of us has an innate capacity for self-healing, and a safe relationship allows that ability to emerge. Trauma doesn’t have to be a big event; there are many ways that our systems can be overwhelmed, resulting in stuck emotions, unprocessed memories, and unhelpful self-concepts. Our natural responses to perceived threats, at one point, are wise and protective. However, when the survival response remains stuck in the body it can create behaviors and symptoms that are damaging. Our thoughts, feelings, bodies, and environments are intricately connected, cyclically creating and informing each other.

What makes you...you? If you've ever struggled with this question, welcome to Skyway Counseling. Your story is unique and I am grateful you’re choosing to share it with me. I believe that the counseling relationship should be honest, encouraging, nonjudgemental, and collaborative. I know you are capable of navigating these obstacles, whether you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, or trauma. In addition to the previous list, I also specialize working with transracial adult adoptees and marginalized people through trauma and identity work. My goal is to help you build your own skyway to connect all the parts of you together.

I am passionate about trauma, depression, anxiety, LGBQT concerns, personality disorders, and neurodivergence. An ideal client is an individual who has a growth mindset and explores their thoughts and feelings and how they impact their behavior. They may not understand how those thoughts derived from past experiences, but they are willing to open old wounds given the right tools. They feel safe and secure and want to heal through hard work and determination.

Something in your life isn’t working right now. Maybe it’s a close relationship where you don’t feel seen or understood. Maybe something happened that you can’t get out of your head, and every time your mind wanders back to it, you feel a tightening in your chest. Maybe you’re doing something that you know is holding you back, but you just can’t seem to stop. Whatever it is, something in your life is keeping you from feeling at peace and excited to wake up in the morning. Take a moment and think about what your day would look like if you felt seen in your relationships and free from trauma and addiction. Let's make that reality.

If you are someone who has witnessed or experienced domestic violence, then you understand how any lingering trauma from those experiences can slip into our lives in ways we wish it wouldn't. Anxiety, mood disorders, obsessive/compulsive habits, and self destructive behaviors might feel out of control, or too overwhelming at times. As a trauma informed clinician with a long history of working with women and children of domestic violence, I wholly understand how the impacts of trauma can have catastrophic ripple effects into our relationships with our loved ones, with our children, and absolutely with ourselves.

Each person's emotional wellness is important. Many people can can experience a variety of emotional and social challenges. People seek counseling for many reasons including anxiety, depression, divorce, problems with school or work, grieving the loss of a loved one, or the experience of a traumatic event. I work with adolescents and adults to strengthen and improve coping skills. I believe therapy is a collaborative process. You are the expert of your own life. Together we develop personalized goals to manage life’s challenges. We will explore your goals in a safe and confidential environment.

I view therapy as a collaborative process in which I work closely with clients to achieve goals, develop a deeper presence of health and wellbeing, and work through whatever challenges may be present. My approach to therapy is holistic and strength-based, and I believe that every human being has the capacity to grow and heal. I create a safe, supportive environment for my clients to create the changes they desire. In addition to being a licensed counselor, I am also a registered yoga teacher. I enjoy using both traditional western therapy models and eastern mind-body methods with my clients for optimal success.