Career counseling assists people in finding the right career path for them. It includes discovering skills, honing in on specific interests and aptitudes, and researching meaningful ways for people to do the work that suits them best. If someone questions their career or work choices, a career counselor will administer tests, including inventories about personality, skills, and strengths. The therapist will then educate the client about career fields, industries, or companies that have jobs that align. They can then work with the person to develop specific skills for that job, such as effective communication, interpersonal skills, and time management.
Navigating life can be challenging at times. It's even more difficult when we feel stuck or feel like we have no one to turn to. Finding a therapist you can connect with can make all the difference in affecting the changes you wish to see in your life. My holistic approach to therapy integrates mindfulness, cognitive therapy, and solution focused and behavioral methodologies. I have several yea...
As a counselor my goals are to come along side you and provide support, build on your strengths, and empower you to develop lasting change in your life. Everyone faces hardships as they progress through life. I see most problems not as a pathology to be cured, but as hurdles that arise in the process of development. I believe therapy should be driven by the relationship, not just the theory, an...
My practice focuses on treating adults, adolescents and children. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and depression as well as individuals experiencing life adjustment issues and domestic conflict. I have helped clients with substance abuse issues as well as codependency. In addition, I am a Nationally Certified School Psychologist with extensive training in learning disabilities and...
We all have a story! Sometimes, through life's ups and downs we need a new perspective and a way to navigate through change. I provide a safe and non-judgemental environment for my clients. I believe that my job as a therapist is to work in a partnership with clients in learning more about themselves, identifying barriers in their lives, and creating strategies and solutions on how to overcome...
I take an integrative approach in helping my clients realize their own potential to achieve wellness. I am also trained in EMDR therapy that has shown significant results especially with trauma and PTSD. As a Wellness Counselor, my goal is to educate, support and empower my clients. I aspire to create a safe space where we can explore values, set goals, and implement plans....
Many of my clients tend to be curious about discovery, growth and change, often expressing a desire to re-enliven natural ways of being. I view myself as a resource for those seeking to reconnect with their own nature of wellness. My approach draws from awareness practices including mindfulness meditation; nature psychology research and practices; and years of clinical, recovery group, & gradua...
Most of my experience comes from working in the areas of trauma, especially trauma from both sexual abuse, assault, and military related PTSD. Other areas of expertises include working with ADHD, Anxiety, Stress, HIV/AIDS, Infidelity, and Addictions (substance related and process related). I also have extensive experience working with couples on family related stress. He/Him I regularly uses my...
I believe counseling can be a life changing experience that can improve all aspects of your life. I also believe for this change to happen you need a competent counselor you feel comfortable with. I understand going to see a counselor can be scary, so I do my best to make the counseling experience one that will allow you to feel comfortable and safe. I will work with you to identify your streng...
You deserve the very best therapist. Therapy isn’t easy to dive into, right? I get that! My 17 years of combined experience as a LICSW, Music Therapist, Somatic Yoga Teacher (for all body types) and Army Behavior Health Provider has given me rich experience with all sorts of unique people, and I’m not your cookie cutter therapist. I’ll be very real and authentic with you. I deeply appreciate pa...
I love to work with people who are in transition. Some of those transitions can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time, such as going to college, becoming a parent or getting married. Other transitions can be difficult and even devastating, such as getting fired, losing a loved one or becoming a caregiver. I also have a lot of experience helping people who struggle with addiction,...
Adult & Adolescent Counseling Services, LLC is an evidence-based mental health counseling practice dedicated to bringing quality services to Individuals & families in Howard County. I specialize in working with pre-teens, adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, executive functioning, and other social/emotional, and behavioral issues. At the core of my...
Scarlett Olivares obtained her undergraduate degree in Clinical Psychology from the Catholic University of Santo Domingo in 2004. Scarlett obtained her graduate degree (with honors) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Hodges University. Scarlett is a bilingual/bicultural counselor that is experienced in working with families and individuals. She has honed her skills over 13 years working ...
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and certified substance abuse counselor (CSAC). My clinical experience includes individual and group therapy in community mental health clinics, local and regional jails, and crisis centers since 2012. I have provided quality services to adolescents and adults with treatment needs ranging from addiction to trauma to anxiety and depression. My...
Therapy is a great way to start actively making movement towards the change you want to see in your life. As a holistic psychotherapist, I collaborate with clients to assess all areas of their life to determine where and how we can minimize energy expenditure on things that drain them and ultimately shift the focus so they can spend time on the things that matter. As a certified personal traine...
Self Discovery is the only way to change. No one can tell you what to do. What I can do is give you the tools to transform your life. To transform the old self, you have to gain awareness of thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. Then reprogram the mind. Teach your body how you want to feel. It is no longer cause and effect; it is effect creates the cause by rewiring the brain. I know you can heal yo...
