If a person is experiencing difficulty in their spirituality, they may benefit from counseling. Some therapists and counselors specialize in religious denominations and beliefs. Depending on what the person is experiencing, they may seek therapy from a person who more fully understands their religious or spiritual beliefs.
Available Treatment Options
Counseling interventions include offering a safe, validating space for people to question their beliefs, mindfulness interventions for self-discovery, or existential interventions for assisting folks in grappling with life’s “big questions.”
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Spirituality
One's beliefs define life's meaning & purpose. Beliefs are rules that guide us. Sometimes happiness requires that rules be broken. Many people are eager to discover or reinvent themselves . . . a process that involves new beliefs about self, family, society, & spirituality. We will examine emotional hoarding, cognitive clutter, and develop productive ways to manage emotions & implement behavior...
Have you been wondering if your teenager's behavior is normal? Do they tend to be overly emotional, irritable, depressed, or anxious? Are they an overachiever who panics when overloaded with schoolwork? Do you feel lost in trying to provide support to them or angry because the support you provide isn't enough? Parenting teens can be an overwhelming and frustrating process. If you are on this si...
I specialize in helping veterans, fire, police, medical professionals and others with the stress reactions of dealing with so much exposure to trauma. I have a pro bono opening for a volunteer fireman who does not have health insurance. I am a Certified Brainspotting Practitioner, a neurobiological technique that is effective treatment for stress reactions. I now can do phone therapy and...
Are you struggling with balancing your emotions in relationships, at work, or in everyday activities? Are sadness, anxiety, or loneliness a result? My primary focus is centered upon embracing one's inherent strengths while eliminating toxic behaviors and thoughts. This process aids individuals in building stronger and more powerful relationships with themselves and others, as well as fosters...
For many people, the decision to begin therapy is scary. It takes courage to confront your pain. My ultimate goal is to provide a nonjudgmental space that will allow you to explore your concerns in a safe, compassionate, and caring environment. Oftentimes people have internalized negative messages about themselves from their life experiences, and I will work with you to identify and connect to ...
Taking the first step is often the hardest step to take when you finally decide you need a change. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over thirty years, I have helped adults and adolescents make necessary changes in their lives. I am compassionate, patient and easy to talk to. I encourage you to call me so that we can set up your first appointment and take the first step towards finding...
Just as physical therapy retrains and strengthens one’s body, mental health therapy retrains and strengthens one’s mind, emotions, and relationships. It has the potential to empower, enlighten, and encourage. Whether facing depression or a relational concern, or if you’re looking for balance and peace or need to deal with the effects of trauma or abuse, including spiritual/religious abuse, the...
After graduating from Rider College with a Masters Degree in counseling I had the opportunity to work for Carrier Clinic in their Dual Diagnosis Unit. My responsibilities included conducting assessments for depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorders and addiction. I developed curriculum for therapeutic groups and managed group therapists working in the program. I then worked for an IOP...
NOT CURRENTLY TAKING NEW CLIENTS. I've been at this a while and I can help you. I like to get to the core concerns and help you fix what isn't working. I work with people who are motivated to make changes, not passively "try" therapy. I am compassionate by nature and my clients appreciate my straight-forward and down-to-earth style. I work with severe cases of depression, irritability, worry,...
My style is warm, genuine and open. Together we will learn to listen to your inner and outer experience in order to better understand, and attend to, your unspoken needs, injuries, fears, and uncertainties. I work with individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship issues, relationship breakup, career and workplace issues, life transitions, abandonment,...
Are you struggling against a harsh inner critic, battling perfectionism, or trying to figure out why you never seem to feel like enough? Is your most important intimate relationship just not where you want it to be, despite your best efforts? Are you exhausted from trying to manage the stress of your life? If so, it would be my honor to support you on a path to growing self-kindness, deepening...
Most of my clients bring individual and marital issues. They seek on-going inner peace, the lowering of distress factors, happiness in their relationships, and/or a vision and hope. Some seek to integrate both personal development and spiritual development. Most seek to find happiness, success, and personal satisfaction. Whether anxious, depressed, or seeking career satisfaction, my clients wan...
Feeling Stuck? AnxiousAngrySadLonelyNumbHelpless? You've tried everything else. It's time for a gentle revolution. Give me a call. You and I will work together to loosen and sort this snarly knot of feelings and find calmness and clarity. Together, we will start you on your journey towards what you really want and who you really want to be. If you are looking to deeply explore the roots of any...
Life experiences, transitions, and relationships provide an opportunity to be challenged and to grow. Are you tired of feeling stressed, worried, moody or depressed? Maybe you are feeling stuck or frustrated in your current circumstances or having a hard time communicating with others in your life. Is your teen acting out or engaging in problematic behaviors? These obstacles can get in the way ...
It may surprise you to learn that I do not give advice. Instead of advising, I collaborate with you to solve your problem(s) by helping you to experience your own competence. I believe that this competence comes from the power God gives to each of us to change, grow and produce what we most desire for our lives. Once this power is realized, there is no limit to what you can achieve. If you are...
