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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ACCEPTING A FEW NEW CLIENTS and use Telehealth for now. If you clicked on this page, you may be looking for help to dial down distress. Has COVID upended your life? Do you struggle with your mood, a life transition, addressing addiction, managing a chronic illness, or recovering from trauma? Or do you feel overwhelmed and unable to help a loved one who is in the midst of significant problems, a...
If you are stuck, lost your sense of purpose, angry, cynical, depressed, fatigued you are not alone. There are effective Evidence Based Treatments (EBT) for you. I specialize in treating Trauma (PTSD), Depression, Anxiety, Stress, and Addictions. If you’re reading this you are taking a major step to finding a new direction in your life. I’m an Evidence Based Practice (EBP) psychotherapist and a...
We all encounter times in life when we just feel stuck and overwhelmed, sometimes unsure of why we feel this way and unable to move forward. Psychotherapy helps us to achieve a sense of well-being and make changes in our lives. My goal is to maintain a safe and supportive therapeutic process, which will allow you to achieve personal growth. I utilize a combination of psychodynamic and...
Are you feeling alone or don't know what to do next? Get the guidance you seek. You do not have to go through life's struggles by yourself. Let me help. People who seek counseling may be dealing with several issues at the same time. These issues can include, but are not limited to, children acting-out, anxiety, depression, divorce, grief, low self-esteem, marriage, substance use, secondary trau...
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. If you are an adult, and struggling with anxiety or depression, the first step is reaching out for support. Therapy is about identifying the behaviors that are not helping us, and learning to make small changes that help to create happiness and content. I have been a therapist for over 15 years. I appreciate the oppotunity to help people learn how to manage gene...
Valerie Proctor is a licensed psychotherapist, life coach, and group facilitator. Previously, she has been employed by Morehouse College, Simmons College, Harvard University, and has had a private practice in Boston and Atlanta. In addition, she is a facilitator for Team Building, Conflict Resolution, and Diversity/Cross-Cultural trainings. Her areas of interest include personal growth through...
I am a Dual Diagnosis Therapist who works with people that have mental health and substance use issues. I also specialize in working with people who have dealt with trauma....
I hold space for clients as they acknowledge areas of discomfort, mentally and emotionally, and work to make sense, and find purpose and understanding there. I encourage clients to identify how beliefs, past and present experiences, and troubling memories are creating distress in their lives through symptoms of PTSD and trauma, body-image issues and eating disorders, hyper-arousal, distractibil...
Do you want to be listened to without criticism, judgment, or feelings of rejection? Most people do! But do you desire something more? When most people enter therapy, what they often truly desire is change. I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are seeking while enjoying the process as much as possible. Simply said, I don’t believe therapy has to always be a painful...
My goal is to offer you compassion, acceptance and unconditional positive regard. I strive to create an environment that is safe and non-judgmental in order to build a strong therapeutic relationship. I believe this is key for successful therapy. I use a blend of interventions to help you identify your personal strengths, gain insight and awareness of thoughts and emotions, and heal from previo...
***I am not accepting new clients at this time*** Hey there! Thank you for stopping by my page! Have you ever thought how did I get to this place? Are there goals you have lost sight of? Is it time for a needed change? This is the first step towards creating lasting change and movement in the direction you desire. I believe that we can sort through these things together to gain a better...
There are times that someone cannot fight a battle on their own. Although, they have tried continuously and feel that they have gotten nowhere. I want to assist you in getting to where you want to be at and illustrate that it can happen. Si se puede! Therapy is a healing process that requires the participation and investment from the client and the therapist, but in the end, making small...
Healing is a process of learning g your own strengths, goals and passions. Working collaboratlwy we will discover how to harness those strengths and work towards healing , strength, resiliency and joy I am a Behavorial therapist , I focus on thoughts feelings and behavior. We work together to support your health and wellness by utilizing your self awareness and knowledge ....
[Currently doing all telehealth at this time]. Therapy gets to be a place that we discuss your specific needs -- and what would make things better for you. My main areas of clinical focus are substance use issues/recovery, addiction, self-harm behaviors, couples therapy, and grief/loss. I also work with people who care about someone who is struggling and want their own support. My practice is a...
Mor Rondo J. Roberts is a licensed independent social worker (LISW-S) and a board certified licensed independence chemical dependency counselor (LICDC-CS) with clinical supervisor designations. Mor Rondo has a master's in social work from Cleveland State University and a MBA in management from American Inter-Continental University. Mor Rondo is also a certified trauma services specialist (CTSS)...
