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.
All of us reach times in our lives when we need a little extra support. I am a strength based therapist who utilizes a trauma focused, person centered lens to support clients in reaching their full potential and identified goals. My practice focuses on meeting my clients where they are at and utilizing rapport to make progress towards positive life changes. I work with clients of all ages with ...
I believe children are resilient, and my goal is to help them realize their strengths so they may develop into the strong, capable individuals they are meant to be. I enjoy working with children and their families using positive communication, play therapy, art, and self expression to help children feel more grounded, confident, and safe expressing themselves and their feelings. I have a gentle...
I support clients in advocating for themselves and overcoming obstacles that impede them from healing. My desire is to relieve pain and instill hope while concentrating on achievable objectives. I work with individuals, couples and families. I have successfully worked with children of all ages. Behavior is the language of children and problematic behavior is often a cry for help. I specialize i...
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS + PHONE/VIDEO AVAILABILITY* Are you struggling with substance use or disordered eating habits? Or maybe you need some guidance on self-esteem or relationship issues? It's okay to not be okay, and I'm here to help you through whatever life has brought your way. I believe in treating each these issues from a whole person perspective, and will work with you to enrich all are...
My experience and strengths are serving individuals with mood disorders including bipolar and depressive disorders as well as trauma, and chronic pain. I am also a passionate ally and advocate of the transgender community. I work with individuals who struggle with gender dysphoria and those who identify under the transgender umbrella seeking support processing and navigating reactions from...
You’re overwhelmed. Your mind races, toggling between to-do lists, taking note of what still needs to get done. You agonize over whether or not what you said or did was good enough. You desperately want to say no to the next request, to cut yourself some slack but haven’t the slightest clue how. The idea terrifies you. What will others think? So instead, to quiet the internal chaos you over do ...
Bluebonnet Counseling Center is a trauma sensitive, woman-led, private practice specializing in the assessment and treatment of children, adults, and families . We currently offer counseling services via telehealth to families, adults, adolescents, and children in a warm, supportive environment conducted by our team of licensed professionals. Dr. Erica A. Perez is a Licensed Psychologist and...
OPEN NIGHTS AND WEEKENDS! YES, we do Telehealth (HIPAA compliant video sessions) Although I was originally trained as an M.D., my current passion is teaching pathophysiology at a university in Phoenix during the day and helping people heal, psychologically, in the afternoons/nighttime. I do not personally prescribe medicine but I will absolutely work with you and your physician to help you get ...
As a counselor, I consider my role first and foremost to be warm, responsive, and present with you, and whatever it is you might bring with you into our time together. I am social justice oriented and welcome people of all identities and life experiences. I will walk alongside you on your own wonderfully unique journey, always focusing on working together to create the safety and connection tha...
Consider this an open invitation, to join together in authentic dialogue, to get real. I offer you the confidence of my experience, and the warmth of my compassion, my courage and my strength as an ally. I offer honesty, simplicity and safety. I encourage you to stand tall, and to claim and truly own this life, to direct this journey, to master your particular (or peculiar) style, and to expres...
I am a licensed clinical social worker at Treece and Associates. I earned a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and my undergraduate degree from DePaul University. I offer a holistic, nonjudgmental approach to help clients find their innate strengths, values and resiliency. Through the use of conversation, mindfulness skills, and humor, we will work together...
Through my years of experience working within the mental health field, I have learned the effectiveness of evidence-based practices and seen that change is possible in even the toughest situations. I commit to being fully present with each of my clients as we work on their desired futures together. I have experience working with individuals on issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, low...
Whether you are seeking long or short-term therapy, your needs and personal situation are taken into account as we formulate your own unique journey to wellness. I've worked with celebrities, children, adults, families, and couples to formulate positive, lasting change by delving deep into patterns and recurring challenges to uncover, discover, and discard. My therapeutic training in biology as...
I have been a practicing social worker for almost 40 years. Experience has taught me what works. I believe it is never too late to find your true happiness. I am convinced that life can get better, self-esteem can improve, relationships can thrive and we can understand and accept ourselves. If you are committed to growth and learning about yourself together we can make your life more satisfying...
If you are in transition, struggling with self worth issues, depression, anxiety, or relationships? I can help you discover how you can meet your own needs and desires through learning to accept all parts of yourself first. I believe self compassion is a basic need that many of us forget to embrace. We will work together to uncover what is getting in your way and help you define your goals so y...
