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.
Do you need an out-of-the-box therapist? Are you feeling sad or feel that you have little to no energy or oomph? Or maybe you just feel differently than normal and can't quite explain what's going on? Is life just flat out hard?! I get it, come talk to me! I am not your conventional therapist, and I am invested in you making it through this period of your life. I have a knack for empathizing an...
Veterinarians, physicians, therapists, social service employees, and parents are indispensable as caretakers. However, personal needs, self-care, and personal boundaries are often dismissed by caretakers as indulgences. Caretakers often feel pressured to perform at unachievable levels, making it difficult for them to appreciate their own value. Worse, the relentless imbalance of caring for othe...
**NOW TAKING NEW CLIENTS** I believe that any person can make improvements in their life with nonjudgemental acceptance and guidance to increase coping skills, self-worth and a better understanding of themselves and what they are capable of. Through empathic understanding, education and motivation enhancement, I can help you build more confidence to thrive in daily life and to be emotionally...
I have been at this for a long time and I feel that people know what's best and what they want for themselves, but they don't know how to get there at times. They need help, support and confidence in themselves to get there. There are so many variables that get in the way including various forms of abuse, mental health issues, family problems and drug and alcohol problems. I love to help client...
Does any of this sound familiar? You're feeling anxious, lost, and stuck, and life just feels overwhelming. Maybe you're a young woman, trying to find happiness in your career or healing from a relationship. You feel like you're suffering from imposter syndrome, or going through some type of quarter-life crisis. You feel like everyone you know "has it together," but not knowing who you are is...
I have more than 20 years of experience in career counseling, disabilities services and substance abuse. I also have experience with counseling school age students, foster parents and family dealing with adoptions. I am experience with individual and family dealing anxiety, anger management, school related issues, family therapy, behavioral issues and parenting issues. I am here to work with yo...
Therapy is a process of learning to undo sabotaging patterns, develop self-esteem, fill in “holes” by anchoring within while un-identifying with self-limiting scripts that hold you back. In an atmosphere of safety, you are invited to be fully present with yourself and become courageously honest. I hold your personal growth as a sacred and intimate process. I want you to know that you are heard,...
I am a graduate of Argosy University and earned my Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I am very excited and dedicated to my therapy career and I love helping others find their true selves through the process of healing. I believe in connecting to our emotions and experiences to better understand ourselves and to essentially grow personally and relationally. I also have a passion for...
Working from a client-centered approach, I believe in the transformative power of empathy and in the healing that comes when we create space in our lives for restorative experiences. I enjoy working with people from diverse walks of life and at various stages of their healing journey. I work with children, teens, & adults dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-harm, grief, &...
My practice is based on the strengths perspective and the inherent belief that change is not only positive, but possible. My approach is also very person centered and "down to earth," but I utilize evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness to help you on your journey. The decision to seek out counseling illustrates the strength and courage a person possesses an...
I enjoy meeting with individuals (to better understand and manage the emotions, behaviors, and relationships that sometimes make life difficult), couples (to discuss challenges that arise while providing support and tools necessary to re-establish a healthy partnership), and families (identify patterns to assist family's to improve communication, thrive in tough situations, and feel more stable...
-Saturday Availability- Do you feel anxious, alone, stuck, or disconnected in your life? Has something bad happened to you in the past and it seems to be controlling how you feel and interact with others in your life today? Often times when trauma occurs, it gets locked in our body and we learn to live through life functioning from a set of beliefs and behaviors. These beliefs and behaviors may...
I enjoy working with adults across a variety of life stages and life transitions. I believe deeply in the healing role of an authentic and warm therapeutic relationship. I have a passion for helping clients to gain new levels of insight, collaborating around creative and compassionate ways to address personal and professional concerns, facilitating a safe space to explore important identities a...
I am a Licensed MH Counselor currently offering tele-health sessions until COVID-19 ends. If you are facing anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, difficult life changes, self-esteem issues, grief, and/or substance abuse, I work collaboratively with you towards improving your mental wellbeing and your life. I provide a safe, caring, non-judgmental space, and can help you gain insight into problem...
Are you feeling like life just isn’t going as you’d hoped? Are you stuck in negative thought patterns, communication breakdown, family conflict, or just need support through a difficult stage of life? We need to talk! Hello, my name is Suzanne Hollandsworth and I am a Limited License Master’s Social Worker. I work with children, adolescents, families, and adults. I practice from a strength-base...
