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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Visit website for more detailed information: www.deniseschenktherapy.com I am deeply passionate about guiding individuals back to their roots, opening the heart and teaching them how to rediscover and embody their truest and wisest Self. My work is an intricate art of weaving eastern and western modalities such as: mindfulness, experiential body-centered, relational, neuroscience & a transperso...
Lateacia strives to bring an effective blend of experiences, empowerment, education, encouragement and support in order to maximize outcomes and provide genuine healing and wholeness to individuals, marriages and families. Lateacia’s approach to counseling is centered on the therapeutic alliance. She places a strong value on co-creating an environment where individuals feel safe, connected,...
Sara and Marin make up Koinonia Counseling Center, PLLC. where they specialize in trauma. Marin focuses not only on trauma but specializes in Dissociative Identity Disorders and other complex dissociative disorders. Sara has a trauma focus in military behavioral health and substance abuse. Both are rainbow allies and seek to provide a nurturing, empathetic environment for their clients. We also...
"Pain is inevitable but suffering is optional" ~Old Buddhist saying~ Pain is a part of life but it does not have to rule your life. Suffering is not a part of life. We do it to ourselves by allowing our pain to take over our lives. We may try to cope by ignoring, rejecting or holding onto our pain by addictive behaviors (e.g. drugs, obsessive thinking about the past and ourselves). Thus, we onl...
AMES | DES MOINES THERAPY clinical team provides therapy approaches and techniques which are evidenced based. DR. MOONEY, PHD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, 21 years’ experience and has been with Liberty University as an Associate Professor of Counseling Education. DR. AUGSPURGER, MD, DLFAPA has over 34 years’ experience in psychiatry. CALLIE LAWERENCE, MS, TLMHC, CRC, Lecturer for University of Iowa. VICENT...
ALOHA, I am a semi-retired Chief Psychologist formerly at Headquarters of the State of California DSH (Dept of State Hospitals a California Health & Human Services Agency) – formerly known as the Dept of Mental Health (DMH). DSH is the nation’s largest inpatient mental health hospital system. I have also been engaged for 25+ years in private practice since the early 1990’s providing VA EVALS & ...
Do you worry your teen or young adult may be struggling? Maybe you've seen a change in their mood, grades or social situation? You can't understand their behavior, and attempts to reach them either land on deaf ears or backfire completely. These years can feel like a rollercoaster ride. Young people experience increased emotionality, heightened stress sensitivity and greater impulsivity that is...
*Offering Teletherapy during COVID-19 outbreak.* I invite you to partner with me in your exploration of healing. As a psychotherapist with 13+ years of experience using integrative and strength-based psychology to help adults, I address a wide variety of issues and challenges, including: relationships, depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, substance abuse, grief, and spiritual trials....
Have you ever wondered, "Is this all there is in this life?" Are you depressed and/or anxious? Do you find it difficult to know what you need and want? Or to make decisions? Come discover new awareness about yourself through the following therapeutic techniques; EMDR and Gestalt Therapy. My job is to assist you in understanding the story you tell yourself based on your past, present and future....
My work includes working with individuals coping with depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and chronic and severe mental illness. I have experience working with all age ranges and ethnicities. I welcome clients of all gender identities and sexual orientations. I have ten years plus experience of working within the field of psychology in a variety of settings including drug and alcohol therap...
We are all human and sometimes we all need support. Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, stressed, hopeless are some of the feelings we may experience when we are facing life transitions. Friends and family members often with good intentions usually will try to give us advice or support. If we don’t have trusting relationships, we may not know where to turn. It is okay to seek support in professionals a...
Life can present itself with trying challenges but it is helpful to know that you are not alone. My role as a behavioral health coach is to help guide clients in problem solving and living a fulfilling life. I have experience with working with a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, anger management, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, and life transitions. I love working in the...
We all experience difficulties in life. I am here to help you work through whatever difficulties you may be experiencing. I encourage my clients to overcome their obstacles in order to lead a more fulfilling and productive life. I am a very compassionate therapist and I want to provide a comfortable and trusting environment in order to assist you in making the most impactful and lasting...
Warm, welcoming Licensed Professional Counselor providing individual counseling services to adults looking to address a wide range of concerns. I aim to impart a sense of safety, support, and feeling truly heard, while assisting clients with identifying and reaching personal goals around change and growth. Areas of competence include addiction, mood disorders, self esteem, LGBTQ* related concer...
I am a firm believer that anyone can benefit from therapy. I also think people have a natural tendency to want to be their best selves, but that at times things get in the way. My job is to help people realize their own potential, building on strengths that are already present and teaching coping skills along the way. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is regularly incorporated into therapeutic...
