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.
Whether you have a child, spouse/partner, or family member who has been diagnosed with a serious illness or who has unfortunately died, you may find yourself paralyzed with grief and feelings of confusion, anger, and sadness. This devastation can be lonely and isolating. I hear you; I see you; and I have worked with many people of all ages in your situation. I strive to provide a safe space whe...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health from Rider University. After a successful career in the business world, I took the skills of social connection and project management and returned to school to integrate them with a behavioral health education. In my second career, chosen specifically with the intention and desire to help others, I have gain...
[I am currently not taking new clients, wishing you the best in your healing journeys] Often, we mistakenly ask the question, "what's wrong with me?" when the question to ask is, "what happened to me?" I work with children, adolescents, and adults - individually and in parent-child dynamics. Brain research shows that many of the symptoms we experience are often the results of our brains' effort...
As a graduate of Loyola University Chicago, I am psychodynamically trained but also use a variety of treatment modalities, (CBT, family systems, experiential, narrative, play, music, art therapy). In my 20 years of experience, I have found that the single most important aspect of treatment is the sacred relationship between client and therapist. I’ve created a safe, judgment-free environment fo...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate. I have 24 years’ experience working with children and adults Including those with various mental health and addiction issues. Keith received his Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice from Northern Arizona University in May 1994 and a his Masters of Social Work from California State Universit...
Therapy is a place of self-discovery, to explore the emotions, thoughts, and beliefs that may be causing you to feel and behave the way you do. Integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other evidence-based practices, I create a collaborative process that empowers you to reduce the power of memories, problem solve and change negative thinking. As a compassionate empathetic therapist with ove...
Kimberly Beatty is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been working in social services since 2004. Her career began as a psychiatric technician and she has worked at various positions since then gaining experience from all perspectives of the treatment arena from front line staff to program director positions. Kimberly specializes in co-occurring disorders and is passionate about helping...
{Practice is unfortunately full. My deepest apologies.} The universal human need and desire to seek and attain healthy relationships, joy, purpose, acceptance, peace, love (the list goes on...) is a journey that should not be traveled alone. As your therapist, I would like to offer you the ability to have a second set of footsteps traveling along with you as you explore, process, challenge, hea...
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, healing a new or old trauma, have survived a painful time in your life or are in one right now, I can help you navigate these potentially rough waters and make it to a shore that feels livable and grounded. I also take into account power, privilege and oppression, and how our social locations can affect our daily lives and how we heal. As a...
Let's bring clarity, empowerment, hope and humor back into your life :) I work in a collaborative partnership, creating a relationship with empathy and unconditional positive regard, where you can feel safe to express yourself. Together, we process thoughts and feelings, discover how past experiences inform current difficulties, and with this insight, develop tools for day-to-day living. I beli...
** Providing Phone & Video Sessions being covered by insurance! ** With self-compassion & empathy, we will work together to make reasonable and realistic goals to address the parts of your life that are most challenging. I help adults & adolescents to develop ways to better manage those things that feel challenging everyday. I believe every person is capable of change & holds the resiliency wit...
Ivette draws on holistic, humanistic, Depth Psychology, feminist, empowerment, and Eastern/Western philosophical orientations in her therapeutic work. She is trained in arts for healing plus is a yoga instructor. Ivette specializes in trauma work, anxiety, depression and self-discovery through art, yoga, bibliotherapy and spirituality. She has a background in Ericksonian Hypnosis, Rapid Trauma...
Accepting new clients! Offering in office sessions and telehealth through Doxy.me or zoom. I want to help you discover your inner strength and determination by providing an environment where you feel safe to share your story and move towards a healthier you. We all have times in our lives when we feel hopeless, overwhelmed, or uncertain about where our lives are going. Please call today, and if...
My ideal client(s) are ones who are willing to be honest about the changes they want/need to make. I offer compassionate listening, experience, a understanding of the humanness we all share, and therapy techniques that are evidence based and current. During session we focus on your strengths, beliefs, finding hope, and exploring the choices you have in healing and creating a better life. Change...
I enjoy providing individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults. I treat a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, mood disturbance, psychosis, trauma, grief and loss, eating disorders, self-harm, suicidal ideations, and impulse control problems. I provide a therapeutic atmosphere that is compassionate, empathetic and confidential. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy adaptin...
