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.
Hi, I'm Jerri. I imagine if you’re reading this, you must be going through a really difficult time and have come to realize that you need some extra support. You may be feeling overwhelmed, alone, and find yourself struggling with a new major life transition. Whether you recently experienced a loss of a loved one or a relationship and are processing your grief or are struggling through transiti...
My name is Ariana and I have a passion for serving my community, ranging from relationship and family conflict to issues with functioning in life. I have been licensed and have had a private practice for over 3 years, but I have served the mental health community for over a decade. I have worked and practiced in multiple community and mental health settings including with individuals and famili...
Connection is key. To be understood and feel connected are integral parts of relationships. Clients come to me when they feel lost, overwhelmed, lonely, frustrated, angry, sad, and confused. Some may want something but don't know how to get it, how to ask for it, or worthy enough to receive it. Others aren't sure what they want, and need help gaining clarity. My role is to walk with my clients ...
(CURRENTLY FULL/WAIT LIST ONLY) Therapy is a journey of self-discovery; it is a process rather than a destination and choosing to enter therapy is an act of courage. Congratulations on exploring this next step in your life. Nobody escapes the extraordinary challenges of being human. I am motivated by a belief in each individual's potential to grow from their life challenges and become empowered...
Michael is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) receiving his Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Geneva College in Beaver Pennsylvania. Mike offers holistic counseling services for those struggling to find balance on a spiritual, emotional or cognitive level. Michael deals with marriage and family as well as mental health issues....
Everyone can benefit from counseling. Everyone deserves a space dedicated to their needs, and someone who not only hears you but will listen. My mission is to empower clients to become the best version of themselves they can be. I have special interest in helping those processing trauma, working with adolescents and young adults, those dealing with PTSD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, emotion...
Are you seeking nonjudgmental support and a resource to help you through a difficult chapter in your life? Taking the step to seek help can be hard, though it is very commendable and respected. Recognizing the need for self-care is extremely important. . It is important for me to create a safe, non-judgmental, welcoming environment that is focused around your needs. Working with a therapist who...
Emotions can get the best of you. Maybe you regret some things, have trouble in relationships, or legal issues. You're a concerned parent and want your son or daughter to control emotions, make responsible decisions and live out their potential. Are friends or family concerned about your drug and/or alcohol use? You hope for the day things get better, or maybe you’ve lost hope. Imagine feeling...
You've tried meeting with "trauma therapists," but it can be so hard to find the right person when you feel like they don't get your lifestyle. Moreso when you're a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, the kink community, or the ethical non-monogamy/poly community. Nobody should have to live with the pain of shame, sadness, worry, or mistrust that comes from having survived traumas. Everyone deser...
As the newest member to our team, Barbara enjoys working with couples and on inspiring women to overcome codependency. She has dedicated countless hours in researching evidence based techniques to either help couples overcome difficult situations such as infidelity, or to empower women in believing that they CAN overcome, succeed and be happy without needing to be involved in a relationship. Sh...
It's time to finally step up and make the changes in you life that will lead you to peace and joy. Many of us live with a lifetime of pain and defeat. Along the way we lose bits of ourselves leading to a lack of self-efficacy, confidence, self-improvement and self-love. You put everyone else before you, and we cannot give from an empty vessel. To better love family, friends, and most of all...
I am not here to give advice; I am here to listen. I am hear to help you clarify, understand, process, and connect the pieces of the unique puzzle that is you. I look forward to working with you, and building a pathway together toward your established goals. I have extensive experience working with diverse clients in residential and community treatment settings. I approach counseling from an...
Dr. Coleman treats all mental health issues from ages 19 through the life span. Both individual and couple therapy is offered. Insurances accepted are: UPMC, Highmark BCBS, Medicare, Cigna, Aetna, and others. Benefits are verified for the patient. Testing can be provided if the insurance carrier pre-authorizes it. Patients sometimes feel that they are weak when they come to therapy. They are...
Welcome to Bright Path Therapy and Wellness Center. If you are ready for a unique counseling experience designed to promote healing and wellness, contact us today. We are a team of highly trained licensed clinicians serving Alpharetta and the surrounding communities. Our center specializes in providing mental health and wellness services from a holistic approach for children, adolescents, adult...
Accepting new clients for week day video sessions. I specialize in working with women who want to improve how they feel about themselves and their relationships. Many of the women I work with have known adversity. You may be struggling with sadness, anxiety, anger—all feelings which are very normal given the stressful experiences you are going through. You want to move beyond the past so you ca...
