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.
You don’t need to suffer in silence. With a background in crisis support, I understand how inner pain can feel all encompassing. It takes courage to allow a therapist into your inner world, but starting therapy is a powerful first step in creating meaningful change. Together, in a warm, and open environment, we will discover how your relationships and conflicts have been shaped by past...
*My practice is currently full and I am not accepting new clients at this time* I believe humans have infinite potential, and one of my favorite things about what I do is helping people discover more of their own. The ideal client for me is someone with the desire to create positive change for themselves, and the willingness to explore how old habits might be interfering with achieving a life o...
There are so many reasons we seek therapy. You may be deeply hurting, struggling with life transition, dealing with damaging thoughts, or feelings of fear or shame. Whatever the need may be, I hope you feel brave enough to reach out. I am enthusiastic about focusing on the whole person, rather than just one aspect of your health. I strive to create a positive and comfortable environment for my...
Practitioners at Redmond Youth Counseling are committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health care to the younger members of our community and their families. Meeting clients where they are emotionally, providers help each individual to discover their best self and best life. The goal of mental health counseling is to gently assist in acknowledging and removing the mental...
I provide a safe, trusting environment for my clients to open up and share their experiences without feeling judged or shamed. I take a warm, client-centered approach to psychotherapy, based on the work of Carl Rogers. I believe that one of the most valuable aspect of therapy is for the therapist to have unconditional positive regard toward the client. As my client, I will think the best of you...
Do you feel overwhelmed and stressed and don't know what to do? Is your relationship with your loved ones deteriorating? Are you going through a divorce and feeling depressed/ anxious about the future? Are you in a blended family and trying to put pieces of families together that don't seem to fit? Is your child/ teen struggling and not able to talk to family members? If so, perhaps I can help ...
Anxiety has taken a hold of your life and left you feeling trapped in a negative feedback loop. Maybe you're at a loss for where to go next in life, afraid that you'll take a devastating misstep. You may be struggling from perfectionism, always beating yourself up for not being good enough. Or maybe you're a habitual people pleaser, constantly ignoring your own needs (and maybe struggling to ev...
As a client-centered therapist, I provide a supportive and non-judgmental approach in which you can feel safe to begin the healing journey. I firmly believe in building on my client's strengths and skills. My training and experience has included working with individuals and families recovering from trauma, grief, codependency and relationship difficulties. I tailor counseling to meet the needs ...
My name is Joe and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois. I have been working in the social work field for 8 years and have been working specifically in mental health and substance abuse counseling for 5 years. I am a Marine Corps Veteran and have a lot of experience with working with individuals who have experienced trauma in their lives. I am currently working towards my Doctorat...
Congratulations on taking the courageous step to begin therapy. As we all know, life can be challenging and demanding at times. This may lead us to feeling sad, angry, hopeless or confused. We may feel stuck and not know how to move forward; which can be a very lonely and scary place to be as well. However, you are not alone and healing is possible! My role as a therapist is to provide a safe...
I believe there is hope for today. The first step toward making positive changes in your life today is to pick up the phone and call to make an appointment. No matter what you are struggling with or going through, we can work together to help you get to a better place in your mind, heart and spirit. I take a compassionate, holistic approach to mental and emotional health and healing. I speciali...
Claire practices an eclectic, person-centered, trauma-informed approach to therapy. Claire has significant experience working with adults struggling with substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health issues, and intimate partner violence. Claire practices an inclusive and holistic approach to therapy, utilizing evidence-based interventions and creative approaches to meet individual client...
Marriage Counseling & Individual Anxiety Therapy. Everything feels intense, rushed and stressed. You find yourself, “self-medicating” with food, drugs or alcohol. You find yourself always worrying or nervous. You are fearful of the future , have panic attacks, feel isolated and scared. The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is very stressful. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be...
My name is Starr Denison, MS, LPC, NCC and I'm here to help you with trauma related issues, depression, anxiety, grief, and even chronic pain. I am able to help you from the comfort of your own home using video conferencing, or in a quiet, private location at my place of business. I offer life coaching and wellness plan building in addition to clinical mental health counseling. Using indoor and...
Welcome. Are you struggling in your relationship? Do you feel alone, frustrated, or overwhelmed? Maybe disconnection, criticism, or conflict have taken over and you no longer feel that home is a sanctuary. You may worry that confusion, anger, grief, and loneliness are the new normal in your life. Perhaps you feel something special has been lost, and you want to find it again. Whether you are go...
