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.
Good therapy isn’t magic or “a quick fix”. Good therapy is finding a way to connect intentionally and work to build a healthy relationship of trust, respect and practical action. I offer an opportunity for my clients to be known. Often I work to challenge my clients to face the reality before them, encourage my clients when they are discouraged, and motivate my clients to be the best version of...
I am a licensed MFT with a combined thirty years of experience with children, teens and families in both private practice and in schools in Marin County. I am a compassionate and caring therapist who integrates therapeutic approaches based on client need. While I have received training in various modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral, Trauma based, and neuro-science therapy, my work is...
If you're looking for support through a difficult time or are ready to shed unhelpful patterns and move in a new direction, we can work together to help you gain a greater sense of well-being, balance, control and connection. When anxiety, depression or other psychological issues are interfering with your goals, relationships, or enjoyment of life, I can help you develop resiliency, insight, an...
I specialize in Insomnia Treatment using Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia. This is short term therapy, typically 3-4 sessions. If you are experiencing difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep let's talk and see if this treatment is right for you. I believe in each one of us is the ability to find joy, peace and meaning in life. Sometimes we need guidance in figuring things out or...
For more than a decade, I have been working with teens and young adults with a variety of needs including depression, anxiety, relationship problems, sexual identity concerns, body image issues, bullying, academic rigors, and peer pressure. I believe in providing an environment of understanding, encouragement, and hope to help you work through overwhelming, stressful, and confusing life...
Melinda Perales, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist received her master’s degree in holistic counseling psychology with a transpersonal specialization at John F. Kennedy University. Melinda provides treatment for porn addiction and sex & love addiction and works with individuals, couples, and leads group therapy. In addition to her extensive knowledge of treating addiction, she...
Acknowledgement is the first step in making a change and it is important to choose a therapist who is right for you. I believe in assisting you with issues that you identify as problematic and provide unbiased support necessary to achieve change. Talking to a therapist provides you an opportunity to be heard without judgement, which is not always possible when talking to friends and family. I...
Everyone deserves to live a fulfilling and purposeful life. Let's face it- life can be hard. We are often faced with challenges that are outside of our control. Together we will identify factors within your control and discuss ways to make positive changes in your life. Using a strength-based solution-focused approach, we will strive for personal growth and healing. Concepts from cognitive...
In today's fast paced environment, men and women face time crunching deadlines as they juggle careers, home life, care-giving for aging parents, and raising children. Teens struggle (often silently) with peer pressure, self-esteem, sexuality, and cyber-bullying. Often, addictions play into this mix we call "life" regardless of age. If you want to gain freedom to make the best decisions for...
I am a Clincial Social Worker with twenty years experience suppporting those with life struggles. These struggles encompass depression, anxiety, stress, grief/loss, chronic pain, trauma, substance use, and relationship issues. During my professional practice I have utilized cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention and have worked with individuals, couples and...
I provide an accepting and compassionate environment so that you can begin the healing process and move towards meaningful, long term change. My areas of focus are eating disorders and co-occurring disorders such as OCD, mood disorders, and trauma. I also work with individuals that have had bariatric surgery and also have an eating disorder. I approach food and body issues with the understandin...
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who received my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from DePaul University. I completed my post graduate training in sexual health at the University of Michigan's Sex Therapy and Sexuality Education program to become a certified sex therapist and sexuality educator. I'm passionate for counseling from a sex-positive approach and...
I believe the root cause of many mental and physical health problems relate to chronic disregulation of the nervous system. I help clients balance and re-regulate their bodies through nutrition, lifestyle, and stress release. The body is innately capable of healing if given the right foundational supports. I provide holistic counseling to address potential nutritional deficiencies, sleep...
Hello, I'm Joshua Dugger, LCPC. Since 2009, I have had the pleasure of working with clients both in Kentucky and in Idaho, both in the community and in an office setting. I enjoy working with clients from childhood through their lifespan struggling with depression, anxiety, personality disorders, self-harm, oppositional-defiant disorder, conduct disorder, substance abuse, and various other need...
**I am unable to accommodate new clients at this time - Apologies!** My work as a therapist is centered around our innate drive toward health, healing and wholeness. By building on your inherent strengths and developing personal insight and awareness, we're able to move into a more joyful and gratifying life. I'm passionate about empowering my patients to discover the best version of themselves...
