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 first generation South Asian Indian woman, who has experienced an array of life changing events, I have developed a diverse perspective on the human experience. These experiences, along with my own personal self-growth, have helped me cultivate an approach to counseling that is both holistic and creative. I value a therapeutic approach that is grounded in the relationship between therapist...
My approach to counseling is compassion centered, trauma-informed and non-pathologizing. Working together to create a sense of safety and trust is my highest priority. Thus, when we sit together I don’t consider it my job to ‘fix you’ but rather, to be with you. It is in being with you and bringing awareness and kindness to you exactly as you are, that we can begin to create safety in our...
I believe you have the right to accessible, safe, and competent counseling services. That's why I provide in office sessions that adhere to proper COVID-19 protocol and offer teletherapy through HIPAA compliant software. All you have to do is call the phone number listed or visit my website to complete an intake and specify which counseling option is best for you. My specialties include anxiety...
Due to our integrative and holistic approach at Riverstone Wellness Collaborative, we include multiple services. It is our belief that, while traditional counseling and other practices are beneficial, when applied together they can have a greater impact on clients' well being. At RWC, some clinicians operate independently within their own practice. Fees and insurance availability may vary. We w...
I am a licensed Marriage & Family therapist, licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, certified PEERS instructor, and credentialed teacher. I have effectively taught social skills privately and in school settings to children, teens, and young adults with Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Depression, Bipolar, and Schizophrenia for over 20 years. In addition to social skills grou...
Magali Hoy-Nielsen has been working with clients who have extensive trauma experiences, sexual, physical abuse, domestic violence, and parent/child attachment disorder. Magali focuses on the specific trauma that has impacted the client's life and guides that client in finding clarity, self healing, and a path towards self control. Magali has been working in the area of trauma and attachment for...
I value offering a safe, supportive, inclusive space for when you instinctively feel exploring change is important. Together we will increase your resiliency, explore the relationships and experiences you want in life, building on your unique personality and strengths to achieve what you most desire. I have 20 years of experience working with people with various needs. I offer a range of...
I am very passionate about clients and aids them through a healing process by focusing on three key areas: Body, Mind, and Soul. I provided clinical services for the past seven years to children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples in both an individual and group format. I have experience treating various mood, behavioral, and psychotic disorders, and trauma. For more information, please...
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Are you tired of feeling out of balance with your goals and your relationships? LifeSprings Counseling offers a refreshing approach for your heart, spirit, and mind. My goal is to provide the tools and support to promote strength for today and hope for tomorrow. You can expect our counseling style to be warm and empathetic, as well as goal-oriented and productive. I...
Sometimes life is hard and we need extra support. It can take courage to take that first step. By facing and working through difficult life challenges you can move from feeling lost and stuck to feeling more empowered and resilient. I provide a comfortable and supportive space to help adults (18 and older) work through stress, anxiety, grief, loss, relationship issues and difficult life...
"Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated." -Confucius. My philosophy is this; you already know the answers to your problems, you just don't know that you know them yet. My job is to help you unlock the secrets to your own happiness and productivity. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families, and get tremendous fulfillment in seeing my clients succeed. No probl...
My best work is in assisting my clients in a dynamic combination of Self Acceptance and Understanding. Utilizing techniques from psycho-dynamic, gestalt, mindfulness and body-mind therapies I lend direction in finding personal balance. I have been in private practice for over 35 years. My primary focus in on women and the many transitions through which they journey. I have specialized in trauma...
Minimize distress and overcome challenges--we'll work together to identify what keeps you stuck, increase your assertiveness, develop confidence, reduce guilt and identify your fears. My practice also includes conducting psychological evaluations (e.g., ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders including Asperger's Syndrome). DBT (modified), CPT, Cognitive Trauma Therapy specialist, Autism Diagnostic...
My approach in therapy is relational and collaborative. Drawing from psychodynamic, cultural, cognitive and mindfulness approaches we would explore your attachment and childhood experiences, current relational and intimacy patterns, professional/ familial/cultural circumstances, focus on emotions/feelings (anger, grief) thoughts (self/others/situations), and behaviors (avoidance) and find...
We all need a little help from time to time to pull ourselves out of our...grief, trauma, depression, confusing thoughts, self criticism, intense feelings, and improve our relationship with ourselves. Helping ease your painful moments is the most important work we can accomplish together. Sometimes we just need someone to stand by us, assure us that it's going to be okay and guide us through th...
