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.
Hi, my name is Christopher, My approach to therapy is based on genuine human interaction. A person centered orientation is the foundation of any therapeutic relationship. Not every person benefits from the same treatment. For this reason I hold an eclectic orientation, including but not limited to: CBT, DBT, Emotional focused therapy, Mindfulness, and Relaxation. I believe in goal-setting and...
Finding a therapist can be a hard endeavor. You’re looking for someone you can open up to, trust and share in some of the most painful and most intimate parts of your life. It takes vulnerability and courage to reach out, and finding someone you can trust to open up to is a big piece in if therapy will work for you. If you’re browsing psychology today, you are probably looking for a caring face...
I have over eight years of experience working with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, behavioral disorders, and autism spectrum disorders. I have also helped clients navigate family issues, relationships issues, social difficulties, low self-esteem, and life transitions. In addition, I have provided therapy to individuals struggling with suicidal ideation and self-injurious behaviors. I...
We have all experienced times when life has knocked us down and yet we have made our way back up. However, some hits result in gaping wounds and intense pain that require time to heal and a whole network of support. You may be experiencing heavy blows in the form of: depression, anxiety, trauma, marital/relational conflict, parenting difficulties, grief, or addiction. You may feel like you have...
We are all coming out of a storm, in the middle of one right now, or looking at clouds beginning to form on the horizon. But the good news is that we don't have to go through any of that alone. There is help, and there is hope. The way things are today is not the way things will remain forever. Whether you are facing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addiction, spiritual questions, life...
If you are struggling need someone to talk to please call me. I would be honored to help you or a loved one. We specialize in all ages from children, teens to adults. At any stage of life we may need extra support to help get us through. Here at Balance Life Counseling, it is my goal to help you process your concerns and create a healthy balanced life. We will work together to create appropriat...
Having problems with excessive worries, self-doubt, lingering sadness, feelings of frustration, hopelessness or troubles getting past traumatic experiences? Parents, are you worried about your child, teen or young adult & want to try to reach them or provide them with more support? Work problems, relationship issues, school struggles or just generally feeling lost? Therapy can be a great avenue...
Do you want to change how you think and feel? Are you tired of waging an internal battle with your thoughts, emotions and health issues? I will assist you in conquering life challenges using techniques for rapid change including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, parts work, mindfulness and spirituality to help you access your subconscious and discover your true self. I believe we a...
People come to counseling for different reasons. Perhaps things that appear easy for others are challenging for you. Are you overcoming a painful transition or loss? Do you have a yearning for peace? Or perhaps it may be hard to name, but you know something is not right. I appreciate the courage it requires to take this first step and make a commitment to yourself. I have a holistic and...
My focus is a client centered approach, assisting people with mental health wellness. Helping people get through those life bumps in the road. It happens to all of us. We can choose to sweep feelings and/or emotions under the rug and not talk about it which can eventually turn into lashing-out behaviors (that can hurt others emotionally). Unresolved emotions can be the underlining of acting out...
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or frequently anxious and you're not sure why? Have you tried to move forward on your own, or maybe with other therapists not really feeling like you've had meaningful healing? Do you engage in self-sabotaging behaviors? I'm here to help you safely tap into guidance that already exists within you. You will develop the curious and compassionate awareness to heal...
We all face moments that test our foundations. Seasons where we find ourselves struggling, often feeling alone and quietly wishing things would get better. It’s important for you to know that there’s no need to suffer. Hope is here. As therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), warmth, empathy, and growth are what you can expect from our time together. I believe in a compassionate,...
I am a Master’s Level clinical psychologist who focuses on treating adolescents, and adults in a variety of areas. I treat people struggling with substance abuse, trauma, addictive behaviors (including pornography, sex, eating, gambling, video games, etc.), communication, sports/performance, anger, and work-related issues. I am particularly sensitive to the specific needs of first responders an...
Our identities have been sculpted and influenced by what societal narratives say our lives are "supposed to be". I believe that human struggle and periods of transition are a natural part of life that can oftentimes make us feel as if we are living a life that is out of our control. Through self-exploration, strength identification, coaching, and supportive guidance, therapy can help to transfo...
