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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I provide a calm, relaxed, supportive, & compassionate environment for clients to feel trusted, & heard. I support clients on their journey of healing, focusing on life balance, emotional well-being, self empowerment, & self love. I believe you hold the answers within yourself & my job is to assist where you may feel stuck. I support clients by encouraging you to sit with & push through...
Asking for help can be such a challenge. Change can be difficult! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, my passion lies with helping you live your best life. My training as a solution-focused psychotherapist allows me to honor your inner strength and resilience as we work together to navigate life's twists and turns. As your therapist, I create a safe and collaborative...
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As a therapist, my role is to promote your ability to identify the roadblocks- both external and internal- that interfere with your full satisfaction in life, and to propose alternative strategies to overcome those obstacles. Using integrated modalities from a variety of theoretical perspectives, the most effective way to begin work is to partner with clients to create a path toward their goals...
I understand that deciding to enter therapy is often a difficult decision. Facing a challenging issue takes courage, as does reaching out for help. Whether we are healing old wounds, addressing current struggles, or pursuing increased life satisfaction, therapy can be a useful tool in reaching our goals. I utilize a variety of complementary therapeutic approaches in order to meet the unique nee...
******Accepting New Clients*******Practicing since 2005, I work with children and teens, families and individuals and specialize in trauma, attachment, behavioral issues, children's mental health, relationship issues and transitions with the family life cycle. I assess clients and their presenting concerns with a welcoming, non-judgmental , solution-focused approach. My client-centered manner...
Hi, I have come to believe that for many individuals, today's world can be very stressful. Life creates challenges of one kind or another for us. If you are being challenged by life, I can help. I am passionate about my work and build a collaboratative relationship with my clients. I believe that it is important for individuals to learn skills that will help them deal with the problems in their...
Sometimes "talk therapy" isn't enough. EMDR works directly with the brain and the way thoughts, memory, feelings, beliefs and body sensations are stored when we experience disturbing events/trauma. I am an LPC and Certified EMDR Therapist experienced in treating traumatic stress reactions, depression, anxiety, grief and loss. I specialize in using EMDR, Image Transformation Therapy, EFT, somati...
Life can be difficult at times and often we struggle to navigate those challenging times. Marriage and trauma difficulties, in particular, can be very personal and often leave us feeling extremely confused and lonely. As a therapist I use the Gottman Method Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy to assist couples. I work with my clients to identify a specific cycle of conflict, identify and expres...
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