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.
When I think of the concept of a person, I think of a being that is guided by a need to be loved and to give love. Love can take on many forms, but the most powerful form of love is that of self-love. Cultivating self-love and self-compassion is my personal goal of doing therapeutic work. I believe that we tend to pursue the things we feel like we want before identifying who we are. Our lack of...
To experience our deepest recesses of joy and peace, we must first have the courage to face our fears. That’s why our therapists use a wide range of research-proven therapy techniques to help transform anxiety, depression, and loneliness into joy, freedom, and connectedness. Whatever your situation, our goal is to help you find clarity, purpose, and strength. Through the therapy process, we wil...
NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. "It is not about the destination, it's about the journey" - Ralph Waldo Emerson First, I would like to say that I am glad you are here and excited that you have decided to embark on a therapeutic journey. There are many times in life when we make a choice to live with purpose and redefine who we are. I am here to provide guidance and help illuminate the path to findi...
Busy doing a million things like numbing out on Facebook or scrolling on your phone for hours or working constant overtime so you don’t have think about it? But it keeps reminding you it’s there. The pain you don't talk about. The worry. Procrastination. Anger at yourself, your past, others who hurt or mistreated you. Managing by....Drinking or drugs. Food. Sex. Shopping. Yelling. While longing...
My clinical experience has included working with individuals that have experienced trauma as well as anxiety and depression. I currently practice individual therapy with adult individuals (18 y/o and up) experiencing anxiety, depression, and PTSD (including dissociative symptoms), and Complex PTSD in both English and Spanish. We may utilize various modalities including mindfulness techniques,...
I am a clinical social worker who works with both adolescents and adults who have substance use disorder, mental health disorder & co-occurring disorders. I am here to meet you where you are at, and to help you reach the goals that you set....
Expression, in all of its forms, is empowerment. Being able to trust someone and feel safe with them is instrumental in amplifying expression. This is why it is important to find a therapist that is a good fit for you. Clients may carry experiences that they do not have the words for — and that’s okay. As an art therapist, I use the creative process to support clients in connecting with themsel...
Thank you for taking the time to see what supportive services there are for you or your family. I am Brooke Durrell, owner of Ranchos Counseling. Are you feeling frustrated and stuck in your current situation? Want to have more energy and motivation to move forward but don't know how? Do you feel overwhelmed and have trouble coping with life stressors? Or concerned about your child’s well-being...
Are you ready for lasting change? Have depression, anxiety and dysfunction run your life long enough? Are you waking up to the fact that there is MORE to life, and want support finding your way? If you are TIRED of talking about your problems and want to learn skills that empower you to make fast, effective and lasting change in your life, call me for a free consultation. You will learn...
Asking for help is a sign of strength and therapy is one of the greatest gifts you can give to yourself. Whether you are going through a life transition, experiencing relationship difficulties, struggling with low self-esteem, overwhelmed with day to day life, or just needing a place to talk to someone who will listen, I am here for you. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 10 years...
I am passionate about working with adults struggling with mental health concerns, life transitions, and the inevitable stresses of today's world. I am able to provide support and intervention for those going through divorce, interpersonal difficulties, relationship challenges, loss, parenting concerns, legal issues, and other various stressors. I am here to assist individuals struggling with...
I enjoy work with individuals, couples, and families and people of all ages with a range of presenting concerns and goals. In my work, I find that most people want to develop new ways to improve their relationships, symptoms or problem, as well as new perspectives about their lives, strengths and personal resources. I work collaboratively with my clients to mobilize existing strengths and devel...
I welcome both adults and adolescents to my practice. I work by creating a safe, affirming and warm environment for people to work on the issues they identify. I would like to work with people that want to explore why they are finding trouble in relationships or productivity to achieve an improved version of themselves. My specialty is building relationships, the rapport I build with people is ...
Taking the first step to seek counseling can be a daunting experience. Rather than viewing the process as courageous, it is easy to become overwhelmed by uncertainties regarding the process, relationship, and fears of being misunderstood. My view of counseling is simple, and based upon three core principles: authenticity, (being true to oneself), honesty, and growth. My goal is for my clients t...
Life can quickly become overwhelming, often leaving us emotionally depleted and unable to cope effectively. In that state of mind, we can lose objectivity and compassion towards ourselves. My goal is to offer a safe place for you to express your feelings, and work together to promote self-exploration, identify damaging thoughts, implement coping strategies, and develop existing strengths for a...
