Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is an injury that affects the brain. TBIs can cause many mental health issues depending on the type of injury sustained. TBIs are directly associated with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and mood disorders.
Available Treatment Options
Individuals with a TBI may benefit from various medications and physical, speech, and occupational therapy.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Traumatic Brain Injury
Clients who are the most successful, in my observation, are ready to take the brave steps necessary to start building a better future for themselves. They are ready to face their fears and to place trust not only in the process of therapy but in themselves. Often, a person doesn't know where to start, but they have some idea of what is going wrong. Too often, they have a blind spot that stops t...
I work with individuals feeling stuck in old behavior patterns or stress, who are ready to create change. I fully believe that you are the expert in the journey to healing. Change can feel vulnerable, but it is very brave and often where healing starts. I incorporate mindfulness techniques, “being with things the way they are”. This leads to paying attention to the wisdom of your body and the...
My clients come to me wanting to learn how to understand their own brains, the brains of the people they love, and how what's going on inside those brains can affect the way they feel and behave. Think of me as an emotions coach- I teach my clients and their families new skills to manage difficult situations in fun, creative, active, and engaging ways. While a lot of my work is with parents and...
Dr. Aponte is one of three psychologists working at Central Coast Evaluation Services, a highly specialized practice committed to providing the most up-to-date, comprehensive and objective psychological evaluations. We can also assist as a neutral and impartial expert witness or consultant. Whatever challenge lies ahead, your likelihood of success is enhanced by a clear understanding of the...
I am passionate about helping people who are stuck and need help to think outside the box. Anxiety and depression, anger and shutting down are not what need to define who you are. I want to help you KNOW who you are and live life to the fullest. I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor in training from Liberty University with an Apprentice Facilitator certificate from the Trauma Healing Institut...
Life can be overwhelming with its many challenges and stressors. Maybe old patterns that were once adaptive are no longer effective. Maybe you are feeling stuck and disconnected from yourself and others. Maybe you are experiencing a difficult loss or life transition and are struggling with feelings of depression and anxiety. Maybe you just want to feel that you are the author of your own story....
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! My therapeutic approaches are mainly Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Person-Centered Therapy. With the understanding that a positive therapeutic alliance is one of the most important aspects of treatment, I emphasize the need for empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness as a major part of my approach. I also recognize the significance of the mind-bod...
*Unable to work with clients at this time* My clients are survivors of their respective challenges, trauma, or circumstances and they are ready to empower themselves to seek change. Clients that work with me are tired of the traumas caused by bias, stigma, abuse, or other forms of oppression and they are ready to engage in the hard and liberating work required to make meaning and to find healin...
I am a licensed psychologist with expertise in neurofeedback, chronic pain treatment, individual psychotherapy, meditation training, and qEEG brain mapping. I use evidence-based therapy and cutting-edge techniques to determine the best treatment and improve outcomes. My clients appreciate my willingness to learn from them and the honesty I provide in service of their healing. Opportunities for...
The Monster Under the Bed Is Real! When you become an adult, the monster moves out from under the bed and into your head. Its name? Some call it Anxiety, others call it Depression. I call it a miserable way to live. Anxiety and Depression can cripple your life. You need to go to sleep but your brain will not shut off. The mind becomes a prisoner on the hamster wheel of shame, recounting all the...
I have been in the helping field for over fifteen years. I work with children, adolescents, couples, & families.Working with all of these age groups has helped me to have a better worldview of how issues affect us throughout different stages of our lives.My approach is cognitive behavioral therapy with family systems, but I also believe that an integrated approach alows us to use the events tha...
We all hit bumps on this journey of life and can use a trail guide. Whether it's overcoming challenges like depression and anxiety, learning to manage stress or attention for better performance, coping with pain and chronic illness or just learning to live happily in our own skin, the therapeutic process is about finding that best You. If you're considering counseling, congratulations! You're...
( English | español ) I approach therapy with the aim of fostering a healthy and strong therapeutic alliance to create a genuine and collaborative relationship to address life’s challenges together. I establish a non-judgmental and communicative space that allows us to explore challenging topics such as past trauma, stigma, emotional difficulties, and overwhelmed feelings. Together we will...
I enjoy working with people. Everyone is important and has a story. Many of us have things we'd like to be different, or things we'd like to change, but changing without support can be hard. I enjoy working with a variety of clientele who each have their own hopes, dreams and goals. Over the past 15 years I've worked with individuals diagnosed with co-occurring/multi diagnoses, addiction and...
I am accepting new adolescent, adult, and elderly clients for Telehealth counseling. I can help you cope with anxiety, depression, fear, or loss and its emotional and physical impact. Feelings of hopelessness, worry, and anger are common during times of discomfort and are valid. I can help you turn this vulnerability into courage, and take ownership of your mental health which will improve...
