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
Are you struggling with the feeling of not being fully alive, of feeling stuck or held back in life, of having lost your way? I help people reconnect with their lost sense of who they are and develop the capacity and courage to live more full and meaningful lives. My approach is holistic and grounded in a mind-body perspective that emphasizes developing and deepening your awareness and experien...
**I am currently not accepting new clients** You look around and ask yourself “Is this really my life right now?” Some days are okay, some are uncomfortable, and others are intolerable. In the tough moments, the things you've tried before don't seem to work. Maybe someone you cared about died. Maybe that inner critic voice is louder or more persistent than it has been before. Maybe your child’s...
I deeply value peoples' ability to be honest and kind to themselves so they can recognize when change is needed, but also forgive themselves for having struggled... because struggling is human. We all struggle, we all make mistakes, and we all have been in a place where we may not have presented as our best selves. Things in life can be difficult and we may lose sight of our importance and valu...
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Do you have a sense that you have no control in your life, your thoughts, your feelings, causing you NOT to be an active participant in your own life? Do these feeling cause you to feel that you are drifting through life, becoming depressed and anxious? My goal is to offer a safe, supportive space, to walk with you on your journey, explore aspects of the 'self' that you...
I feel privileged that you are reading this to potentially help you, a loved one, or someone you know. I would love to join you on your journey of nurturing your emotional health. Are you the one that has been considering counseling, but keep talking yourself out of it because you have lived with many of these symptoms for so long, and think you can just keep going on with them. I am here to he...
*Virtual therapy appointments available* Are the current health and economic concerns creating anxiety and depression? Do you feel overwhelmed, isolated, and desperate? The constant worries and stressors of life can lead to feeling burnt out and hopeless. You don't have to face these feelings alone. Together we can work through the complex maze of emotions to create the balance and peace you ar...
Do you feel the weight of emotional burdens? Are you going through a major life event? Are you in a relationship that needs help? These burdens can get to the point that it feels unbearable or too difficult to manage on your own. Taking the first step toward going to counseling can be hard. My goal is to meet you wherever you are and however heavy your burdens are. I want to join you in this wo...
I am a Licensed Graduate Social Worker serving adolescents, adults, and couples, experiencing depression, anxiety, grief and loss, effects of past trauma, issues related to gender and/or sexuality, life transitions, and challenges within interpersonal relationships. I utilize a variety of modalities to inform my approach, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy based skills,...
Dr. Mary Huffstead is a licensed professional counselor, national board-certified counselor, and a child and adolescent trauma professional. Dr. Huffstead has extensive training in individual, family/couples, group and play therapy. She has a wealth of experience with a diverse client population ranging in age from primary school through adulthood. Her primary clinical work encompasses anxiety,...
Do you feel like your stress is holding you back? What if you were able to handle the stress of day to day life better? Do you feel like it is time for a change and just need someone to help guide you towards change and growth? I can help. Finding purpose and meaning in life is what I strive towards when working with clients. Through multiple years of experience working with individuals struggl...
As a clinical art therapist, my intention is to listen to the individual’s needs and format a tailored creative art making experience to support the pace and direction the client wants to move, rather than conduct a traditional therapy session. I integrate mindfulness, to foster relaxation, with cognitive behavioral art therapy, which fosters clarity and produces practical interventions....
My counseling practice centers around helping individuals and couples who have experienced sexual trauma in any of its various forms. Whether it be due to recent infidelity, a long history of sexual, physical and emotional betrayal, sexual identity confusion, or present day repercussions of childhood abuse and trauma, I consider it a privilege to walk with clients into the darkness of their...
New motherhood is life-changing. Whether it’s your first baby or your fourth, pregnancy, childbirth and new motherhood can be exhausting and overwhelming. It is completely normal for it to be tough to find your groove! We work with you to help find support and manage stress during the postpartum period. Our team of clinicians offers short-term, evidence-based individual therapy and coaching for...
I have found through years of professional practice and personal life experiences, the importance of connection to self,others and sustaining healthy relationships. I work best with adults, individuals and couples, who are motivated to look at their challenges and are engaged in the therapeutic process. My focus is to help people accept themselves without judgement and make desired changes to l...
I have rich experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I am person-centered and focus on my client’s ability to adapt and develop as a person. I provide a safe environment for them to discover themselves and experiment with new ways of being and work through obstacles to lead fuller, more meaningful lives outside the therapy office....
