Addiction is a treatable, chronic disease. Genetics, brain chemistry, environmental factors, and life experiences all play a role in the disease, and past trauma is often at the root of many addictions. For many who struggle with addiction, it can be helpful to know that risk factors and levels vary by person, but like any chronic condition, focusing on the cause and the symptoms in treatment offer the best chance for recovery.
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Relationships move us, give us life, and can even suck the life out of us. We were made for them. That is why I specialize in them -- relationships with friends, family, colleagues, ourselves, our higher power. Properly realigning these problematic, strained, estranged relationships transforms your suffering into purposeful, worthwhile living. Ultimately your fullest life is my goal as your...
It has been my joy to walk with clients towards their personal therapeutic goals for wellness with compassion and insight for over 17 years. My therapeutic focus is to assist you in identifying your strengths and current developmental process and how internal and external influences might be interfering. Working with children for over 6 years, I have come to understand the conflicts young peopl...
You may find me using a Cognitive Behavioral approach- engaging you to challenge destructive belief systems that work against your goals and cause anxiety and depression; or we may need to go slow in the sessions and hear the "story" to piece together the journey- the decisions made, the traumas experienced and the hurt and loss. All are validated, and all experiences are reviewed as learning...
My treatment approach is best described as strength-based. I believe that we come to even our most challenging moments, with the best of intentions. When a client chooses me as their therapist, they provide themselves with a dedicated, judgment-free professional who believes in their ability to guide their own journey. If you are at your most vulnerable or in the darkest of places, there is alw...
*********** ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS NOW********** At Deep Breaths Counseling, LLC we believe in looking at every person for who they are. Whether you're struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, Sports Performance or a number of other concerns, we can help. Viewing people for who they are is our purpose, not just a goal we strive for. Using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therap...
***Email only please: [email protected]*** Life is a cycle of change and stability. Sometimes we struggle to adapt to the change in our lives. Other times we ache to bring about change in our lives. For over 10 years, I have been helping people identify and understand what is preventing them from living the life they want so that we can develop realistic ways that they can make meaningful...
Sometimes we all become overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, don't understand our feelings, struggle in relationships, or simply feel stuck. I offer a safe and supportive environment, to assist you in exploring feelings, difficulties, things that block you from being happy, and loving yourself. I understand one of the most important parts of therapy is to feel a safe and supportive connection with...
Facing the stressors of daily life activities can be daunting in the best of circumstances. Anxiety, depression, and past traumatic experiences can make those every day challenges seem overwhelming and insurmountable. My job as your counselor is to help you make sense of your presenting situation, support you, and walk with you through the process of healing the pain and discovering your...
We are all capable of experiencing connection, joy, and a sense of wonder in our everyday lives. However, there are several barriers that prevent us from getting the most out of life such as depression, addiction, grief, loss, low self-esteem, feeling disconnected and unfulfilled. I work in a caring, supportive, and respectful way to confront self-sabotaging behaviors. Together, we will explore...
One of the most important aspects in therapy is for patients to feel heard, respected, and understood. Given that each individual is unique, and no one issue is ever the same among different people, my approach is integrative and tailored to meet the needs of the person, not the "problem". I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgemental environment for patients to learn, grow, explore,...
I understand the courage it takes to make the decision to seek counseling services. My counseling approach is based on a strong therapeutic alliance and integrates person-centered, interpersonal, and cognitive behavioral therapy approaches. I believe change occurs through self-awareness. The more an individual learns about oneself, his/her motivations, and how past experiences influence the...
Have you ever felt as if your life has been or is being turned upside down? You may feel lost, broken and alone. It is not uncommon to feel sadness and disconnection. My passion is bringing healing to individuals who are experiencing some type of emotional distress. Counseling can seem intimidating and the decision to seek counseling is a courageous one. I believe that a strong therapeutic...
Like a ripple effect, I believe therapy has the potential to influence all aspects of the individuals' life. Using a positive lens, clients and I tackle challenges by accessing their pre-existing resources and the resilience they've developed from past experiences. I believe the individual is the driving force in treatment, holding within themselves the insights and solutions required to deal w...
Brian McKenna helps individuals and families gain skills for life so they can achieve a healthy level of functioning, renewed hope, and happiness in their lives. His collaborative approach involves other essential relationships and resources to optimize outcomes, fostering a strong therapeutic alliance between himself and the individual. These two strategies are the most important factors to...
