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.
As a Psychotherapist, I empower individuals, couples, or families to overcome personal obstacles to improve their lives. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) in the state of Texas and a Board Certified National Counselor (NCC). I have also been a Certified School Counselor (CSC) for over 14 years. I earned a Doctorate of Counselor Education and I hold multiple certification...
Regarding the CORONAVIRUS: Kansas residents? I am using FaceTime as an option to help provide a resource during this time. 30+ yrs of working with individuals, couples and families from a Biblical perspective. Couple communication, affairs, depression, anxiety relief and EMDR are my specialties. There really is hope! Broken marriages and other relationships can be restored! Depression and anxie...
**Wait list at this time**Hello, my name is Kristen. I have been working in therapy, or mental health and addictions recovery, for the past 20 years. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who are going through a transition, change, need extra support, or are dealing with on-going struggles. Some areas I specialize in include managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, anger, bi-polar, past...
The narratives of life can leave us feeling rough and jagged. Sometimes we need someone to come alongside us as we navigate the rapids, and discover the beauty and new form waiting in still waters. I consider being a part of this process to be a privilege and an honor. I serve children birth-adolescence, families, and adults. I am able to address a variety of needs, with a specialization in...
I use a strength based approach in my therapeutic relationship with my clients. I am certified as a Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider so will want to explore all areas of your healthcare and daily habits that could be effecting your mental health. I believe healing happens when we are able to connect to our true selves: spiritually, emotionally, physically and socially. I am intereste...
A sense of safety is critical for progress in psychotherapy, and I take care to provide that sense of safety for each person I serve. I appreciate the uniqueness of each person and family I encounter, and work in partnership with them to create their own unique healing process, based upon proven treatments, solid research, and recent advances in treatment protocol. I am a certified trauma...
****CURRENTLY FULL - CALL TO BE PLACED ON WAITING LIST*** At some point in life, we all come to a crossroads. We are faced with a choice between staying the path we've always taken or changing direction completely. Whether you are facing grief, stress, family struggles or emotional issues, I am here to help you navigate the path you choose to take. I am comfortable and knowledgeable working wit...
If you are looking for someone with experience to listen to your situation, help you identify things that need to change, and to help you make those changes, I would love to talk with you. I have been counseling children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families for 18 years. We will work together to develop treatment goals and strategies to get things back on course. It is so hard when...
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem issues or just overwhelmed? Is your child having behavioral problems? Is your life going where you want it to? If you are ready to make the next move to improve your life, contact me so we can explore what might be getting in your way to being the person you want to be. I am also a Certified Life Coach and am passionate about help...
Welcome! During this strange and uncertain time I'm offering support via phone and video sessions. As a counselor, I strive to create a healthy, therapeutic relationship with my clients in a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere with the goal of exploring and fostering self-compassion and acceptance. I offer goal-oriented and/or long-term relational therapy based on individual desires and needs. My...
Clients present with many concerns, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, and relationship issues to name a few. Everyone experiences emotional ups and downs, successes and failures. However, when one is stuck in the "downs" and the "failures" we may feel overwhelmed, anxious & depressed. Often one turns to unhealthy coping such as alcohol and drugs, eating, compulsive behavio...
Feeling stuck or disconnected from yourself? Need relief from anxiety or a deep sense of aloneness? Having difficulties in relationships with those you love? Or have you had a traumatic event you know is impacting you but you don’t know what to do to move past it? I am here to help you get in touch with a deeper sense of self. To find peace and confidence. To hear your own voice. To move forwar...
Welcome! Are you feeling overwhelmed during this time of isolation and anxiety in the world? Maybe you are struggling with mental health or substance use? This world can feel scary but I am here to help! I have extensive experience with adults of all ages, including a focus on college-aged and young adults. I am currently obtaining my PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision. I have helped...
Reflect on your life as it is today. What comes to mind? Are you content? Feeling overwhelmed? Make a change today. I am here to provide you with the guidance needed in order to live your best life. After all, when you choose to do things differently, you are choosing a different out come. "May your CHOICES reflect your HOPES, not your fears."(Nelson Mandela). It is extremely important to me th...
