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.
Begin Your Search for a Mental Health Professional Who Specializes in Addiction
I understand that the decision to seek psychotherapy is usually not under the most desirable of circumstances and is a choice that not only takes willingness and courage, but requires a considerable time and resource commitment. While people engage in psychotherapy for help with various challenges, for it to be beneficial, I believe of precedence is the fit between therapist and client.This...
At Newleaf Counseling Services our clients are treated with respect, dignity, and great care during the therapeutic services. We serve clients with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns by assisting our clients to develop coping skills to manage difficult emotions and life events. In a comfortable and supportive environment, we offer a personalized approach tailored to client’s individua...
Hello! I am a Board Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an Expert Level Certified Life Coach. My significant experience in the treatment of eating disorders and co-occuring disorders led to my awareness of the extreme pressures in our society to fit into a specific mold. I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults gain self-esteem and establish a healthier relationship with food...
Team work makes the dream work. Allow me to partner with you in decreasing symptoms and continuing on your journey of life. I encourage you to call me to cope with daily life stressors, pre-marital counseling, family counseling, grief, depression, anxiety, grief, anger management, substance abuse. Let's work together and get to the root of the problem, we can do this! It would truly be my pleas...
Now offering telehealth! I am clinical mental health counselor specializing in depression, anxiety, and marital/relationship concerns. My practice is currently accepting new clients and I am excited about working with new individuals. I offer counseling services to adolescents, adults, families, and couples. We will work in a collaborative relationship to get your needs met. Counseling involves...
Do you deal with an inner critic who tells you "you don't matter," "you are too much," "you aren't important" or "you are too sensitive?" Many people suffer from past trauma (less than nurturing experiences), and shaming messages often take control following triggering events. This cover of shame impacts relationships with self and others and can cause depression, anxiety, loneliness and feelin...
Just as we are all unique, so are the many challenges we face throughout life. I work collaboratively with you with the goal of identifying your primary focus for our work together. I will develop unique treatment approaches so as to reach your individual therapeutic goals. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, couples and families. Over the past eight years I have worked with various...
Everyone can use a little help at times. Children and adults often experience difficult emotions, such as anxiety, depression and anger that are hard to handle and interfere with relationships and quality of life. I will help you alleviate these unwanted symptoms, improve functioning and improve your relationships. In addition to working with adults, I specialize in working with children and te...
My therapeutic style is very solution-oriented: I help you identify specific goals and develop the tools you need to achieve them. To do this, I use Insight-oriented, Cognitive, and Behavioral techniques: Insight-oriented - helping you understand the emotional patterns that cause you to behave in ways that are harmful,) Cognitive - identifying the thoughts that are the result of these emotional...
As a therapist I have a kind and warm approach to all clients and and I hope to meet you where you currently are at when you enter my office. I want to walk with you on your therapeutic journey and journey of self discovery. I hope as a team we can collaborate. We will work to identify areas for improvement and to challenge each person in order to improve their quality of life, and to live thei...
Life is a journey with its peaks and valleys. Along the way, we all need help and guidance. I can help you in taking your first step on a way to a better life. I am an experienced therapist who through motivational interviewing, evidence base practices, and a person centered approach will help you maximize your true potential, regain your self empowerment, and achieve your goals. I am able to...
Unwanted emotions, memories, thoughts, or habits can leave us feeling stuck. That struggle may come in the form of depression, anxiety, shame, self-criticism, relationship difficulties, problems at work, or generally struggling with life. I help people lead fulfilling and meaningful lives through understanding how one's psychology interacts with each moment in life. I work collaboratively and...
If you feel stuck or are yearning for a change, therapy is a chance to take life in a different direction. My main goal is to help my clients feel comfortable sharing their story because that is when the true healing happens. I am here to offer my clients total acceptance, support and guidance as they begin their journey of healing and self-discovery. Let me help you take the next step to feeli...
I am on maternity leave, I may have openings for new clients in August. If you have hit some rough patches in your life lately and have realized that a compassionate listening ear and some guidance through your current challenges could help, I would be happy to assist you on this courageous journey. You're not alone, you are stronger than you know, and a happier, healthier future is in your rea...
Life is complicated! Whether it is a change in your mood, relationships, health, or employment, I can help you find a way to thrive and work through the unique challenge you are facing. My goal is to successfully help you create a life worth living. I will provide you with coping methods and proven techniques that work. I have a strong commitment to continued education and I am trained to addre...
