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.
Symptoms of anxiety, depression, and ineffective communication skills, interfere with leading an effective, fulfilling and happy life. I need to understand you and reflect that understanding in an empathic, compassionate and understanding way. After a series of losses changed the context of my life, counseling was instrumental in understanding myself better. I created a new, productive and...
Richard S. Waguespack, B.TH., MSW, LCSW+ provides Christian counseling for all ages and many populations including those suffering from Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, ADHD-Austim Spectrum, Trauma, PTSD, Dissociative Disorders, Conduct Disorders, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Eating Disorders, Marriage and Family Problems, Academic and Career issues and more. Services include telehealth. Mor...
**Accepting new clients on Saturdays beginning 11/21.** You're overworked, overwhelmed, stressed out parents who do everything for your kids but can't find the time or motivation to take care of yourselves. Family dinners turn into screaming matches and you can’t get your kids to look up from their devices. When your cell phone rings and you see the school is calling, your heart drops and you...
I work with people of all identities to re-embody and reclaim what was once inherently known before the impact of trauma and oppression: safety, dignity, mutual connection and agency. I have a deep commitment to making my practice accessible to people of color, young folks, queer-identified folks and people working in social and environmental movement work. At this time I work with folks ages 1...
Damaris works as an outpatient/school-based counselor providing services to both children and adults in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language (ASL). Damaris loves to listen to people and guide them to identify and build their strengths on what they truly love. Some of the issues she currently addresses include understanding and managing anxiety, defiant behaviors, bipolar disorder, Autis...
Clients often seek out therapy because they are experiencing significant discomfort in their lives. I feel that this discomfort is often a healthy way of letting us know that we may be open to change. Change begins with recognizing our patterns of behaving and relating to others in our lives, and examining patterns of behavior that may not be in our best interest. I think this is best done in a...
Hello! Welcome to Seeds for Change Consulting and Therapy Services! I am a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience serving individuals and families to build stronger, healthier, and more empowered lives. Together, we develop insight into presenting challenges, cultivate coping skills, and reinforce strengths and opportunities for growth. I serve children and adults through life...
Clients that suffer from substance use disorder can seek counseling to obtain a better understanding of their choices and/or disease. My vision with each client is helping them regain a sense of control through recovery and a positive outlook on life. I approach each client with a comprehensive approach in regards to developing a treatment plan for those who seek recovery or growth and life...
Having worked with a variety of individuals from children, to adolescents and adults, I have been able to assist others in their growth through deep psychological distress and pain. Working with a person centered mindfulness based approach I am skilled at helping individuals and families address anxiety, depression, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder, loss of loved ones, addiction, divorce,...
I work with individuals and couples who are facing a variety of issues ranging from Depression, Anxiety, to Family Issues, Cross-Cultural Issues, Multi-Cultural Issues, Religious & Cultural Issues. I hold a whole-person view and utilizes a holistic approach – I believes all aspects of a person, biological, emotional, psychological, spiritual and relational, are all inter-connected and impact ea...
Have you experienced a loss, change, or transition that has left you thinking, “this isn’t how it was supposed to be” or “no one understands”? Because of this, you feel hopeless, or afraid you aren’t going to be able to go on. Maybe you are caring for someone with a chronic or terminal illness and you feel exhausted and angry, and then almost immediately guilty for feeling that way. When you tr...
Compassion. Insight. Empowerment. I strive to make counseling an approachable experience through genuine support, compassionate guidance, warmth, and humor. I believe psychotherapy is a therapeutic partnership between client and therapist; that listening, understanding and respecting each patient's unique story is necessary for bringing about positive change. I have experience working with...
"You are not a drop in the ocean.You are the entire ocean in a drop."- Rumi -There are times in life where we begin to feel insignificant, overwhelmed and overtired due to all the burden on our shoulders and minds, which leads to experiencing anxiety, depression, sadness and other life altering mental health changes. We begin to feel lost and hopeless and ultimately believe that there is no way...
I offer a mindfulness-based, trauma informed approach to individual and couple therapy. I provide a gentle, safe & nonjudgmental space to explore emotions, painful memories, relationships, losses, and patterns of behavior which feel limiting or self defeating. Trauma work can help integrate lost parts of self to relieve anxiety, depression, anger, health concerns & PTSD. I work with survivors o...
It's been an endless search for a therapist who really gets you. Someone who can dive into your problems without making you feel you have to compartmentalize important parts of your life. Someone who can be a safe sounding board whatever comes up. I want you to know it's ok to show up however you're feeling that day. It's ok to open up at your own pace. I will be right here beside you as you...
