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 work with individuals, couples, and families navigating challenges that include anxiety, depression, grief and loss, adolescent-parent relationships, life transitions, financial conflict, and/or coping with the disease of addiction in a significant relationship or family system. We all come from diverse backgrounds and experiences that impact how we see and move through the world. I am...
You’re searching for understanding, of yourself and others. You want to feel supported and heard, instead of feeling overwhelmed and misunderstood. You're searching for someone to finally listen, to understand you, and to help you find answers. You’re searching for peace and you’re ready to do the work to find it. I want my clients to find relief from their difficult feelings and experiences. I...
Therapy works. Whether you are lonesome, sad, overwhelmed, isolated, unfulfilled or anxious, therapy is effective. I offer a safe and affordable space in which to build trust, create an alliance, and open up emotionally. I believe in fostering a strong attachment with each patient, and I am compassionate in the process. Together we can sort out negative thoughts and emotions, prioritize life...
I offer a safe and comfortable space where you can explore areas of your life that you want to improve, changes you want to make, and work on figuring out who you are and what you want to be. I believe in therapy as a partnership and I feel privileged to be a part of the journey towards whatever goals you may have. Life is complicated and can be painful at times. But you don't have to deal with...
My name is Miranda Johns with Hope in Healing, LLC. I am licensed in mental health counseling and my focus is often cognitive behavioral and solution focused treatment. With that being said, my goal is to meet clients where they are and adapt to what treatment works best for them. I help clients view their past as where they have been but help them understand that they don’t have to stay there....
I have been a teacher, working with youth for over 20 years and I bring a vast resource of practical life experiences with me. I have four master’s degrees, as I believe that education and learning are a critical component to the change process. I love working with youth, individuals, marriage and families and people with addictions as we work together to find practical, hands on, empirically...
Growing up in a military family, having been a police recruit, serving as a chaplain for police families, and married to a police officer, I am especially drawn to support first responders, police, fire, EMS, corrections, dispatchers, and military service members and their families. The traumas that these occupations expose the service member to can negatively impact the family life and the...
Do you struggle with substance abuse, other addictive behaviors, relationship challenges, or general problems day to day? Understanding your past can be the key to your future in recovery! Together, we will explore issues such as survival of interpersonal violence, an addicted parent, witnessing a violent event, natural disasters and other traumatic events that have contributed to your addictiv...
My expertise includes providing individual, family, and couples therapy to address a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, LGBT struggles, parenting concerns, abuse and other trauma history, grief and loss, substance abuse, and other mental health concerns. I provide play therapy for children ages 3 years and up. I'm trained in Theraplay-based methods to...
Many of the individuals and/or couples I work with have issues ranging from trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction issues, poor communication skills and an inability to regulate emotions effectively, trust issues, and those just looking to improve aspects of their lives. I believe people have the answers within themselves, they just need someone to help recognize their true inner strength and...
Life is full of changes, and sometimes these changes evoke challenges. Maybe you are experiencing relationship problems, or you’re in a stressful season; feeling isolated or overwhelmed. You might be interested in personal growth and development. These are just a few of the reasons that people seek counseling. Since you are looking for services that will fit your need, I will love to introduce...
( English | español ) District Counseling is a counseling and psychotherapy center dedicated to individual and couples therapy. We specialize in issues such as depression, anxiety, phases of life, and relationship distress. You are hurting and we are here to help. We have a team ready to meet your needs. Our team has a diverse therapeutic approach, each with their own areas of specialty. They a...
“The time is now. The time is now.” This short but dominating sentence is now going on in your mind. “Corey hasn’t been close for a long time. I remember when he was always interested in me, wanting to know about me, my thoughts and dreams. He would often approach me for sex and it was like we were just one person.” Heather has been thinking about how things have changed over the last year. She...
I am a licensed clinical social worker in a private practice in San Francisco. My psychotherapy practice is primarily focused on helping people who are struggling with the effects of trauma, relationship stress, depression, anxiety, substance use and addiction. I have expertise in working with people who have a current or past history with drug & alcohol use and recognize that substance use may...
Hi! I'm excited you've stopped here to learn a little bit more about me on your journey of self discovery and growth. I enjoy working with people of ALL ages. I have experience working with those struggling with addictions, adults managing a wide range of mental health diagnoses and with birth to 5 little ones and their parents. I can give you a LONG list of the things I've learned and loved wi...
