The adage that “the only constant in life is change” is true for people experiencing life transitions. Some life transitions can be exciting, such as a new relationship, move, job, or child. Some can be difficult, like death, illness, or aging. Regardless of the nature of the change, life transitions can be stressful.
Available Treatment Options
Counseling interventions therapists may use for dealing with life transitions include talking about and processing the change, developing coping skills for handling the stress of the change, and participating in group therapy with people going through similar life transitions.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Life Transitions
No one can tell you exactly what your therapy route will be like; you and I will establish goals for your therapy and determine the steps you will take to get there. My hope is that we can work together to help you feel at-ease and become confident in finding solutions. I specialize in helping individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, anger management, bipolar disorder, emotional...
MY SCHEDULE IS CURRENTLY FULL. When was the last time somebody really listened? When was the last time you felt really heard? Being understood is an important starting point on any journey towards healing. Once we feel understood, we can begin trying new, more effective, approaches to address the problems that have disrupted our life and robbed us of joy. Together, we will find an approach that...
You are too hard on yourself, holding yourself to unrealistic standards. Others tell you you are “too sensitive” and “overly emotional,” or you hold your emotions in tightly to protect yourself. You feel stuck in your life and relationships, getting in your own way with the negative, self-defeating stories you tell yourself. I believe that people are inherently resilient. Using a supportive and...
Are you struggling with your relationships, depression, anxiety, and past trauma? Perhaps you have experienced sexual abuse in your past and you are having trouble with current relationships. Counseling can help. EMDR is a type of therapy that can be done to address those memories and clear a path to a happier, healthier you. EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and is ...
( English | español ) Making a decision to go to therapy could be anxiety provoking but it could also help you to get unstuck from your current situation. Whether you suffer from depression, anxiety, a past trauma or emotion dysregulation, there are evidenced based practices (EBPs) that help with these conditions. In therapy, unhelpful thoughts and behaviors can be discussed, at your pace, in...
Finding a safe place to take your children for help or a safe place to take your own concerns can seem overwhelming. I work with children/adolescents, and women's individual counseling and couples. There are many challenges facing students from bullying, anxiety about academics to violence in schools. I work with families facing divorce, children on the Autism spectrum, behavioral issues, acade...
***PLEASE NOTE: I am currently not taking new clients until January 2021*** I believe in the power of self-awareness and taking action. I am passionate in empowering my clients in making intentional choices to improve overall wellness. I have a direct, solution-oriented approach, which aids individuals in addressing problematic behaviors and thought processes which are negatively impacting thei...
The quest to live authentically is challenging but ultimately transformative. With hard work and supportive professional guidance, clients have the opportunity to examine persistent, troubling patterns without judgment or shame, and in doing so create space for growth and possibility. I work with clients age 6 to end of life -- individuals, partners, and families -- to explore individual and...
Do you feel stuck in your life and not living fully? I can help you get unstuck and feel alive again. Do you have relationships issues, lack of spirituality and connection to yourself or partner? I can step in and help you identify what is holding you back, what’s stoping you connecting to yourself, your partner and living your life fully. I can help you improve your quality of life and achieve...
Every person has the potential for growth. We hope that there is more to life, but days go by without improvement or change. We live with habits, recurring practices, and sometimes addictions, that prescribe our everyday struggle and often times prevent positive emotions and relationships. I am invested in helping people understand themselves, walking with them as they build personal and...
Life transitions, parenting, relationships, work, and social life can be difficult, challenging, even unbearable at times. During these times one may find themselves feeling stuck. Stuck in pain, fear, stress, anger, loneliness, and dissatisfaction. If you find yourself encountering these challenges I encourage you to reach out. I would be privileged to work with you. I offer a non-judgemental...
Sometimes life feels overwhelming! Are you going through a loss or life transition?Are you a parent trying to support your child/teen as they face their own challenges? Are you trying to make sense of life experiences and how they have impacted you? Are you wanting to figure out what it is you need to feel more fulfilled and create change? Sometimes we need a safe space that empowers and...
Deanne Shaw / MA LMFT Deanne Shaw is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She earned her Master degree at Minnesota School of Professional Psychology/Argosy University. Deanne provides couples, individual, and family therapy for children, adolescents and adults. She is passionate about working with youth who have emotional and behavioral difficulties such as mood disorders, anxiety disorde...
Choosing a therapist can be a daunting task, often undertaken at a time when one is feeling less than powerful. I offer a free phone consultation to potential clients, during which we'll get to know a little bit about each other, and I can answer any questions about the therapeutic process, including scheduling and fees. In my practice, I make use of a variety of theoretical frameworks to help...
If you want to improve your relationships in your life, desire support with managing your anxiety and/or depressive symptoms more effectively, understand how past trauma is affecting your life, address your alcohol/drug use, work through equity/inclusion issues, or want an objective therapist to listen and support your own personal empowerment, I would feel honored to assist you with your self...
