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.
I am passionate about partnering with my clients on their journey to improve their lives. It has been rewarding to watch the people I serve discover that they are already doing many things to help themselves through difficult situations, and our work together builds on those strengths. In sessions, you can expect to be heard, valued, and respected in a comfortable, safe, and nonjudgmental space...
I provide non-judgemental space for individuals and families to explore, reflect and re-connect with each other and themselves. The unresolved traumas from childhood can cause tension and stress in our current relationships, impact our parenting and leave us feeling confused and powerless. I collaborate with adults, children and families as they work through attachment concerns, behavioral issu...
I have been a licensed clinical mental health counselor since 2008 and have a genuine interest in helping others when they feel stuck or overwhelmed by life. I know how difficult life can be and how there are so many obstacles or stressors that can keep us from living a meaningful and authentic life. Whether you are struggling with finding peace in a chaotic world or experiencing depression,...
Hi! My name is Jennifer Jennings. I specialize treating trauma/PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, life transitions, addictions, couples therapy, women and men issues, adolescents’, anger issues, grief/ loss, sexual abuse, relationship issues, co-occurring disorders, and working with the military. I work primarily with adults. I am a military veteran, and I served 4 years in the USAF. ...
I enjoy working children and adults who want to get past traumatic experiences and move into new ways of seeing their world. As an Art Therapist, EMDR practitioner, and DBT trained therapist, I help people look at past beliefs and behaviors, and develop new ways to move forward in life. I have lived experience with life events that took me off course, and I believe I can help you by walking...
Allen is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Chemical Dependency Counselor who completed his graduate studies at Dallas Theological Seminary in Counseling and his undergraduate degree at Texas A&M University in Psychology. Allen uses key principles from CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness, and Narrative Therapy to partner with clients to develop new systems and narratives to achieve the...
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Substance Use Disorder Professional, Certified Nutritionist and Register Yoga Teacher. I am focused on supporting my client’s through their struggles with a diverse and client-centered approach. Our lives are complex. Many factors can contribute to how we feel and how we are able to face challenge. As a therapist, I draw on the connection between the min...
Are you struggling? Feel like something is missing in your life? Having problems in your relationships? Call me. Ignoring these problems only makes them worse! I help empower individuals so that they are able to cope with and overcome these life challenges. I will work with you to help you gain the tools, resources and techniques to put you on a path to a healthier and more fulfilling life. I k...
Are anxiety, stress, or depression getting in the way of enjoying your life? Or have you gone through a traumatic event that left you with painful thoughts and feelings that won't go away? Perhaps you lived in a difficult family situation growing up, and now find yourself struggling with your mood or your relationships. Maybe there is a part of your identity that has not always found acceptance...
Does your teenager appear to be struggling with big emotions and uncharacteristic behavior and you and your partner don’t know how to help? Do you feel disconnected from yourself, your partner and your teen? Has there been a communication breakdown in the family and your usual tools to maintain closeness are not working? I understand that sometimes even the strongest families and relationships ...
Dr. Whelan is an experienced Licensed Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about establishing a strong alliance with her patients and providing excellence in care. She provides assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to patients with an array of psychological, neurological, and medical conditions. Dr. Whelan specializes in the treatment of depression and anxiety related disorders, chronic pain,...
In addition to my private practice, I have worked as a counselor at Santa Barbara City College, El Camino Elementary School, and the Center of Successful Aging. Within these populations, the need for the most support has been with anxiety, depression, relational issues and life transitions. My own life experiences have helped inform my practice and deepen my understanding of the challenges that...
I love working with clients from diverse backgrounds and with a wide-range of challenges and I work with every individual to develop a unique and effective approach to helping them achieve their goals. I am also experienced and trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Brainspotting techniques, both of which are highly-successful treatments for trauma recovery. I have...
Are you feeling stressed, uncertain, anxious, and overwhelmed by daily stressors or life transitions? Maybe you are experiencing emotional stressors, social deficits, or connection/relationship difficulties? My goal as a therapist is to help you develop a creative plan to learn and implement coping skills to overcome these struggles. I treat clients from all walks of life and of all ages. I tre...
Phoenix Rebellion prides itself on offering therapy to all communities and age groups no matter the age, sexual preferences, gender, profession, etc. Clients can find the specific help needed for any situation as our therapists have advanced training and education in a variety of counseling methods. Our therapists specialize in treating the effects of trauma. We have a variety of clients from a...
