Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) emphasizes utilizing compassion to understand yourself and the people around you. It’s a good option for people dealing with shame or self-criticism that causes emotional distress.
Developing compassion for yourself and others requires practice. Practicing self-compassion exercises can help you manage shame and guilt, which can help you develop compassion for the people around you.
I work with individuals and couples who struggle with various internal- and/or external challanges that impact their lives, relationships, and/or overall well-being. Maybe you are taking care of a loved one, or suffer from a chronic illness, perhaps you had a new baby and find yourself struggling with this beautiful, yet life-changing transition, or you plan on taking the next step in your...
You tend to put other’s comfort and happiness above your own. You are known as a perfectionist or a people pleaser. You may have feelings of inadequacy or have a fear of failing. When you find yourself in stressful situations, you may procrastinate, avoid, or freeze with fear, which leads to a cycle of self-judgment, guilt, and resentment. You may be struggling with concentration, sleep, or wit...
We cannot undo the pain that we have experienced in our lives, but we can learn to practice acceptance, improve our ability to cope, and resolve the challenges that prevent us from finding true peace. Owning our stories and learning to love ourselves are some of the bravest things that we can do. I know it can feel overwhelming to work through change on your own. The truth is that you do not ha...
Raynard D. Meridith is a Licensed Professional Counselor with True Thoughts Counseling, LLC. who has obtained over 10 years of clinical experience as a Mental Health Therapist. Raynard focuses his training and skills on the personal and professional develop of individuals desiring to develop coping skills for Life transitions, anger management, trauma experience, and stress management. Raynard...
Dr. Riser has over 10 years of experience providing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and various other evidence-based approaches for the treatment of mood, anxiety, and personality disorders with special interest in emotion regulation, self-harm, and suicidality. Dr. Riser is an integrative psychologist, utilizing...
Do you find yourself in a place where life seems hopeless, lonely and difficult? Do you feel your relationships are lacking something vital or your partner does not understand you? Are you dealing with a past experience, trauma or something that feels impossible to move forward with? Are you finding yourself turning away from the relationships you value to something like alcohol or drugs to cop...
Keystone Therapy Group was founded to provide support and guidance to clients who are struggling to be who they want to be. We believe that anxiety, depression, stress, etc. occur as a symptom of a client experiencing thoughts or behaviors which are in conflict with who they want to be. When therapists provide a safe space for reflections, clients are able to understand the root of their sympto...
Grief and loss are naturally occurring themes in our lives. If we live and love, we will lose and grieve. This happens not only when experiencing the death of a loved-one but also when passing through other life stages like break-ups and divorces, school or job changes, retirements, empty nests, life-changing illnesses, and preparing for our own deaths. Ignored grief may look like depression,...
Therapy is a wonderful collaborative relationship that can help you to identify and clarify internal conflicts and struggles, help access and find solutions to current challenging situations and lead you to a more positive state of mind and sense of well being. My passion is to work with individuals and couples through life transitions, relationship issues and to help you create your best life...
Finding the right therapist can be a difficult task. I hope to make that easier by telling you about myself and my approach. I received my doctorate in Counseling Psychology, a branch of psychology that takes into account the role of various cultural and environmental factors that shape each of us. This means that my approach to therapy is individualized and integrates information about your...
* Accepting new clients* I am passionate about helping those who feel lost or overwhelmed transform their daily life. Life can be even more challenging if you feel sad, anxious and alone. Together we resolve your immediate situation and build strengths to discover your true self and regain control. I can help deepen your understanding of self and interaction with the world. We explore thoughts,...
I believe each of us is born with an authentic self that guides us on our path and has the innate capacity for healing. When that authentic self is not nurtured enough by our environment, it develops defenses as protection. Patterns of behavior, ways of perceiving the world, and anxiety often result. Through our work together, I help you to integrate mind, body and spirit, strengthening your...
Victoria Evangelista is a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC) working towards becoming a fully Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Michigan. She received her Master of Arts in Counseling from Spring Arbor University. Victoria is also a member of the American Counseling Association and a Nationally Board Certified Counselor. Victoria’s counseling techniques include Cogniti...
Working with Children, Teens, Adults, Couples, Families, and Groups is my passion. All people that struggle with anxiety, mood disorders, relationship issues, personality, attention , trauma issues, etc. The goal is to focus on the need of the client. My philosophy is to meet the client where they are, allowing for them to lead the treatment and trust me in moments where they feel stuck, to hel...
We are all climbing the mountain called life. We all go through tough times. Sometimes the climb becomes difficult. At times, we may feel stuck, angry, depressed, anxious, or afraid. We don't have to go through this alone. Together, guided by knowledge and compassion, we can explore where you are now, what works for you in your life, and what may not. We can discover what makes life richer and...
