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.
Are you feeling stressed, frustrated, sad or worried? Are you or a family member struggling with relationships or low self-esteem? You are not alone. Stress of the past or present can become overwhelming. Our problems can keep us from experiencing joy, success, fulfillment and connection to loved ones. But I believe no matter how stuck or out of control you may feel, healing and growth are alwa...
An accurate definition of psychology is to know your soul. With my warm presence, clients feel compassion and understanding from me, which creates an atmosphere of trust and safety to learn more about yourself, and your relationships. I come alongside people to help make meaning out of their experiences. Everyone longs for a rich, full life; yet, this is hard to find if you have a history of...
I am a licensed, clinical psychologist who specializes in the evaluation and treatment of adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I specialize in compassionate, evidence-based, cognitive-behavioral treatment for a range of psychological difficulties. I received my doctoral degree from the University of Arkansas in 2004. I obtained specialized training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) a...
Even when you don't know what the answer is, there is always a opportunity for things to be better than they are. A positive therapeutic relationship can make help make change happen. I utilize psycho-education, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, play/expressive therapy, hypnotherapy, Sacred/Spiritual approaches, and Solution Focused Therapy as primary modalities but customize your treatment...
I am currently not accepting new clients as my caseload is full. If you’d like, please contact me for recommendations of other therapists that specialize in the same areas as myself. I am dedicated and passionate about walking with clients on their journey to healing. The resilience of the human spirit humbles me. I am client-centered in my approach and strive to create a therapeutic environmen...
Are you looking for a counselor who will accept you just as you are, make you feel safe, and help you to rediscover hope? I will walk beside you while you learn to experience more self-compassion, live more contentedly, and enjoy a more abundant life. Since 1995, I have worked with teens and adults experiencing troubling issues such as trauma and PTSD, alcohol and drug addiction, marriage...
With a special interest in anxiety and depression spectrum disorders, I help clients explore how environmental factors (family, gender roles, work, ethnicity, economic situation, etc.) shape our adaptive and maladaptive coping mechanisms and patterns of response. Instead of focusing on "pathology" I explore clients' strengths and skills they already have to effect positive changes in their...
I have been counseling individuals, couples, children and adolescents, along with families for 20 years. I have experience treating depression, PTSD, anxiety, adolescent behavioral problems, domestic violence, sexual abuse, anger management issues. My clients regard me as someone who has not only helped them navigate through some of life's most difficult challenges but someone who advocates...
Feeling hopeless, disconnected, and disengaged from your life or partner? If you are seeking life-work-spirit-soul balance, want to improve relationships, and/or explore your personal growth journey, I can help you communicate better, understand yourself and your emotions more clearly, and avoid confusing and negative assumptions. My mission at Hope Tree Therapy and Wellness is to provide coupl...
Hello, my name is Pastor Brooks Gibson and I am a Master's Pastoral Counselor. I am educated & trained in Christian Counseling, Clinical Psychotherapy & Family-Juvenile Court services. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults & couples for over 30 yrs. I treat a range of issues & have become an expert in certain specialized areas. I am an ordained pastor & a Certified Community College...
As a Clinical Psychologist, I provide a safe and warm environment where my clients can explore areas of their lives that cause distress. I help clients to uncover their strengths and enhance their potential to heal. The process of cultivating self-awareness, exploring oneself and their relationship world, unpacking deep feelings, processing trauma, coping techniques, create change. When clients...
I work with individuals, couples, and families on a wide range of issues, including major life transitions such as change in employment, relationship, parenthood, health/illness, life-stage, and loss. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety and depression related to self-identity, spirituality, substance abuse, trauma, acute or chronic grief, and sexuality. My couples and family work is inform...
Prior to becoming a Marriage and Family Therapist, I worked as an Intensive Care Nurse and Educator. I have witnessed the importance of integrating mind, body and spirit in the role of healing. In my work I utilize techniques from a variety of theories in an attempt to identify and resolve issues you are facing. To achieve your goals, I employ Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR...
I provide relational and person centered therapy to individuals, couples, and families. For the last 10 years I have served a diverse population in treating mental health needs including, anxiety, addiction, relationship/marital trouble, negative behavior/thinking patterns. People often come wanting a solution to these and many other problems. In my practice I have found success in helping peop...
