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 believe that every person strives to find meaning and fulfillment in life, and I consider myself privileged to help others walk that journey. As a licensed therapist, I have worked with clients with diverse backgrounds and a range of issues--from relational struggles to severe and persistent mental illness. My treatment approach is collaborative in that I work with you, the expert of your own...
I believe we are all capable of change, but we are not always able to do it on our own. Together we can work through whatever has been insurmountable for you to do on your own. I believe there are reasons behind what people do and how they think. We are often unaware of these reasons and where they come from. Sometimes day-to-day problems get in the way of understanding what is best for ourselv...
Life has its challenges, and sometimes that new challenge can make life feel like a juggling act. Whether you are experiencing a recent trauma or having difficulty managing the daily stressors of life, Judy Wymer of Well Balanced Counseling, is here to help guide you through your journey as you learn to balance life in a healthier way. Judy has provided mental health counseling for the past ten...
Telehealth offered! Life with mental illness is not easy. So many times, my clients will focus on what is going wrong with their lives, which can cause them to feel self-defeated, empty, and alone. The model of therapy I use offers my clients the skills to look at their lives differently and break out of dysfunctional cycles to achieve an individual state of peace. My toolbox consists of humor,...
Each person is different. I provide individualized and flexible counseling services to meet your needs. For the past 20 years, I have worked with an array of people, individuals, couples, families, and groups in a variety of settings, both clinical and community based. My vast experience has helped me develop an effective system to help improve person’s lives. I am mostly a non-directive, “pers...
The therapeutic-transformational approach integrates practices aiming to break down barriers created by modern systems. This practice offers a reconditioning of how we process information creating new pathways of understanding to co-construct questions of ethics, empathy, and imagination that include the nuanced fragilities of our shared stories. The changes of our time contain great challenges...
*SESSIONS AVAILABLE AFTER 5 AND ON SATURDAYS* Living a human life is fraught with painful experiences, just by its nature, and not because we are doing anything wrong. Whether that manifests as sadness, loneliness, guilt, shame, boredom, numbness, stagnation, anxiety, or fear, when these feelings appear, they can leave us feeling trapped and powerless in the face of the many challenges of life....
You tend to be more analytical than emotional, but something has occurred recently in your life that you are struggling to get through. Perhaps you are experiencing overwhelming anxiety isolation due to COVID, or your depression is beating you down. You may have uncomfortable thoughts or feelings and are unsure what to do about them. It seems like you are searching for meaning and where you fit...
I enjoy working with people to help them build a strong sense of self, to encourage their confidence in relationships, and to help foster a sense of calm and security in their everyday life. I enjoy helping parents navigate the many challenges that come our way. I believe people seek therapy for many reasons: adjustment to a new city or life situation, feeling overwhelmed or stuck, or problems...
Many of us today are finding life’s challenges overwhelming, and may be feeling unsettled and anxious, or down and depressed. We may feel that our relationships are suffering, or that our deeper traumas have been triggered, making it difficult to cope. I’d like to help. For over 30 years, I have had the honor and privilege of serving individual, couple, family and group therapy clients. I find ...
CURRENTLY HAVE A FULL CASELOAD WILL RESUME TAKING NEW PEOPLE IN 1-3MONTHS As a clinician I focus on helping people find meaning and purpose in their lives to help build resilience through difficult times. It is important to me to help people understand how to treat themselves with compassion in a society that can be difficult to navigate for those that feel alienated from the mainstream culture...
Maria specializes in working with individuals who who struggle with issues of stress, anxiety (including panic attacks), and depression. She helps them find peace in the midst of their crisis so that they may begin the process of healing themselves. Only then can they ignite the fire in their heart to break free and begin the path to truly discover peace and joy. Maria also works couples and...
You hold the inner resources to engage in self-healing and the resources to navigate all life throws your way. Sometimes we simply need help navigating the inevitable difficulties and challenges we might face. My role is to empower you on your journey, to challenge your lens, and to raise your consciousness as you start to connect the dots. Unresolved emotions oftentimes manifest as depression,...
I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in utilizing Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to assist adults and adolescents looking for relief from symptoms associated with trauma, phobias, PTSD, addiction/substance use, performance anxiety, grief, job-related stress, anxiety, and depression. If you are motivated to make a positive change, then ART might be the right treatment for yo...
Please call me for an initial courtesy phone consultation. In our initial discussion, we can talk about how we can work together to achieve your goals and identify target areas. I offer a productive, contemporary approach to counseling informed by person-centered therapy, using a combination of cognitive, dialectical behavioral techniques, and positive psychology. My practice extends from New Y...
