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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We all have our answers inside ourselves. Some of us have answers that are closer to the surface. Some of us have answers that are deeper and harder to get to. It can be frustrating to reach out for help but be met with a counseling approach that is not helpful to you. One counseling approach that works for one person will not work well with another. I work to understand your perspective of you...
Washington Psychological Wellness is passionate about helping people live the lives they have envisioned by bringing values of honesty, kindness, humor and compassion to the practice. Therapy can inspire change, create greater self-awareness and improve one's life and relationships. Our clinicians provide a comfortable and collaborative environment in which you can take risks and explore differ...
My name is Jennifer and I am a bilingual (Spanish and English) speaking psychotherapist with a passion for helping adolescents and their families who struggle with mental health or substance use issues. Certified by the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, I help persons with infertility and those seeking Assistive Reproductive Technology. As former special education teacher, I can also...
The search for a therapist can be a daunting task. Dr. Wahl recognizes this and is intentional about creating a comfortable, compassionate, and confidential setting for therapy. “I get excited to meet with people who have the motivation to participate in the life enhancing path of therapy. I have seen many people grow, heal, improve their ability to love and be loved, find more purpose and...
■ TELE-THERAPY only (indefinitely) ■ **No availability--please check back soon** [Updated 11/17/20]** Preview my virtual waiting room by visiting www.doxy.me/tedcarrollcounseling Counseling therapy services for individuals, couples, families, adults and children. Services cover all areas of mental health disorders, substance use disorders, relational concerns, and behavior modification. Our...
There is light at the end of the tunnel. Often it is hard to see. Sometimes the issues we are dealing with can feel like they are crushing us. The cycle of depression and anxiety might feel never ending. It can get better. These issues could stem from traumatic life events. Perhaps we are just overwhelmed juggling work, life and family, and have lost sight of ourselves. Sometimes couples and...
C.H.A.R.T. your course for a better future! C - Change is challenging, difficult many times, and can be frustrating. Many people seek therapy because of feeling stuck, distressed, and see little hope for change. H - Hope - rekindling hope that with hard work positive changes can take place. A - Affirm - positive affirmation fosters a better outlook, combats self-criticism, counters negative...
I work with adults from a variety of cultural backgrounds and identities who are looking for empowerment, transformation, or simply relief in some aspect of their lives - whether it be relationships, identity, career, stress, or all of the above. You may feel stuck, or you may feel like you are spinning out of control - either way, therapy can help to bring life into focus so you can make real,...
Professional with 35 years in clinical, research and administration experience with extensive, highly skilled background in the field of dual disorders (Addictions and Psychiatry). Clinical settings includes: residential, hospital and outpatient care at upper management level, (VP of Clinical Services, Clinical Director- Assistant Executive Director, Senior Treatment Consultant at International...
Have you wondered if your adolescent or young adult would benefit from video therapy? I offer a complimentary phone consultation to discuss any questions you may have. You can talk to me about anything; nothing you say will surprise me. I can help your adolescent or young adult work through difficulties and become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. My work is dedicated...
Sometimes hard life circumstances and events lead to your brain working too fast, too slow, or out of sync. When you experience anxiety, depression, ADHD/ADD, sleep issues, or other related challenges, your brain is not working at its optimal level. We offer relief from these symptoms without the use of medication or traditional talk therapy. Neurofeedback is a drug-free solution to training yo...
The biggest reason many don't seek counseling is the fear of reliving the past. Forward facing trauma therapy proves you don't always have to go back to move forward. There is a different way. There is a better way. We start with the symptoms of the present. Then look at how trauma affects the brain and changes how we, think, feel, and behave here in the present. Learning how to fix and reset t...
Point-No-Point Counseling is a statement of perspective. My practice is a Person Centered approach. The perspective of my client and context of my client’s life is the core of the counseling experience. My client is the point of reference and while in counseling I count myself as a small and temporary part of the context of my client’s life. The interplay of perspective and context act on one...
The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Metrocare provides quality, accessible, and comprehensive mental health care to post-9/11 Veterans and families regardless of insurance or ability to pay. Services are available to any person who has served in the U.S. Armed Forces, including the National Guard and Reserves, regardless of role or discharge status. The Military Family Clinic uses...
Feeling stuck, nervous, and like your life situations are not changing happens to a lot of people. The difference is that you have already started the steps to change that feeling. Individuals that need assistance with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other mental health concerns are encouraged to seek assistance. I am a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor that is working in Kirkwood Mo. ...
