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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When clients come to me, they are often hurting, afraid, or feel out of control. My goal for our work is to honor and alleviate these pains by listening to them. Through the transformative process of sharing your story, you can develop the rich, fulfilling life you deserve. Our darkest hours are when we need comfort and connection the most. Thank you trusting me to share your journey. “These pa...
I focus on treating emotional issues such as anxiety; depression; trauma; alcohol and substance abuse; and relationship issues. Navigating life’s challenges can leave us feeling unsure of how to move forward, or that we are not our best selves, or that we are not living in a way we want to be living. Each of our paths through life are different, and each of our challenges are different. Some of...
Change is possible and I believe you have the ability to create positive changes that will allow healing throughout your journey in life. Thoughts, emotions, and perceptions shape the way we interact with others, and in turn, how others interact with us. My approach is to create a safe, non-shaming, compassionate therapeutic environment coupled with a strong emphasis on collaboration. As an...
Stuck, overwhelmed, isolated? Struggling to see your value? Feeling weighed down by feelings of blame, guilt, and shame? Have an intense need to please everyone? Substance use, anxiety, trauma, parenting issues, depression, emotional challenges, and/or interpersonal conflict can all lead to personal suffering and interfere with your ability to engage in daily life. Allow me to provide you with ...
I am a practicing licensed mental health counselor who has, most recently, been working in the field with clients who present with lgbtq, transgender, HIV and addictions issues. I've been fortunate enough to gain experience working with a diverse group of people. I also have experience in corrections counseling and have spent time engaged with the Deaf community here in Buffalo. Clients come to...
*I am currently unavailable for appointments as my caseload is at capacity.* My approach to counseling is to meet you where you are at and to understand your story to get you where you want to be. Together we will understand your inner wants and needs to form an authentic and genuine self. I work with individuals who are dealing with life after retirement, empty nests, new life stages, issues o...
Everyone has something to overcome or work through. Talking with a professional for guidance through the stresses and struggles of life is one of the healthiest decisions one can make. I would be honored to take the journey to emotional well-being alongside you. I can work with anyone struggling from trauma, past or present. I am also experienced with helping adolescents navigate the stresses o...
Offering 20 years of skilled counseling experience specializing in all child and adolescent issues including ADHD, anxiety, depression and all school issues. I have special training in adult issues related to self-improvement, anxiety, depression, mood and personality disorders, codependency, abuse. parent/child relationships, and divorce recovery....
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Iowa as well as a nationally board certified counselor. I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. My experience includes working for Jackson Recovery Centers as an addiction counselor, Families First of Western Iowa as an in home behavioral skills specialist, Gerard of Iowa as a counselor in an...
“Treat people as if they were, what they should be, and you will help them become what they are capable of becoming.” ~Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe. At times, life does not go the way we expect. Guidance and support are often needed in working through situations. I see my work with individuals as a relationship that helps them build, strengthen, and navigate through various issues in life. I am a...
I understand that seeking “counseling” or “therapy” can be very broad and mean different things. It can be intimidating at first if you haven’t had any prior experience or surprising to experience different therapeutic approaches if you have previously experienced counseling. I want to tell you that I’m here to provide assistance for the needs that you have currently in your life. I see counsel...
The journey of healing is not an easy path to take. To heal, grow and to find inner peace one must be given the safe and nurturing environment where your voice and pain can be heard. This is why finding and connecting with the right therapist is the key to begin the work of healing your past and addressing current stressors and challenges of the now. I believe in providing my clients with a saf...
Do you feel that your mindset is holding you back from achieving growth in your personal or professional life? Do you dream of success but feel stuck in your own head about your ability to achieve? Or maybe you feel isolated in your struggles as a professional, stay-at-home parent, retiree or student. I want you to know that you are not alone. I specialize in helping people find direction,...
I sit in the struggle with clients helping to find the solution they are seeking; offering a Holy Spirit led counseling experience, where conversation and prayer co-mingle, creating a safe space for healing and transformation to begin. I offer a non-judgmental open-minded world view built on a foundation of personal experiences with grief, cultural differences, and exposure to diversity. How ma...
Sally Rader uses a client-centered approach to the therapeutic process to join with the client and to facilitate change toward the client's goals. Often a combination of new skills in handling negative thinking, distorted thinking, negative behavior patterns, and poor communication allow for progress and improved self-confidence. Anxiety and stress-management skills are vital in making permanen...
