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 specialize in working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship conflict and life transitions such as moving to a new city, starting a family, becoming a new student or starting a new job. I do not view therapy from a "one size fits all" approach, rather I tailor therapy for each client I work with based on each client's individual needs. I come from...
I believe that therapy is a unique place to begin to explore a person’s life story and to understand oneself in the context of that personal history and present situation. The way we tell our stories defines who we are in the moment that we tell it and therapy offers an opportunity to learn that the story is not finished and that the narrative can be changed. I emphasize the importance of the...
I focus on helping to build motivation and confidence, as well as to achieve freedom from negative thought patterns, poor self-esteem, obsessions, compulsions, and addiction. It's a Journey to Progress. I specialize in helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, as well as those wanting to overcome marital problems, substance abuse, and sex addiction. I also help people build game-changi...
Terra is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who earned her Masters in Counseling Psychology from Lee University in Cleveland, TN. Terra has a heart for people and a passion for helping others. This creates an environment off acceptance for each person who enters and at the same time works towards change. Terra has 17 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults as well as...
Molly is a devoted and compassionate licensed mental health counselor with sixteen years of experience. Molly’s innate patience, attentive listening skills, and caregiving qualities allow her clients to feel comfortable and thrive to reach their fullest potential. Molly successfully works with her clients to promote optimal personal, social, and emotional functioning and development. Molly earn...
Hello! I know how difficult it can be to initiate that first step in finding a counselor, and I appreciate your vulnerability and motivation in seeking help. Life is not easy, especially during a pandemic, and I think everyone needs someone to talk to who won't judge but actively listen, convey empathy, validate their feelings and experiences, and offer new solutions and insight. My therapeutic...
These are difficult times! If you or a loved one is struggling, therapy can help. My area of focus is adolescent and adult (ages 15-50) mental health, with specialization in the treatment for anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. I offer treatment with a family-oriented and strengths-based approach. I can be a resource for building skills for coping with difficult emotions, effective...
Anxious?Overwhelmed with life? Need support? I am here to help.. I offer a safe, warm and comfortable space to freely open up and share your struggles. My approach is to listen carefully, remain objective and be nonjudgmental. I want our therapy to be a collaborative process, giving you tools to reach your goals. My role is to help you navigate this path. Using my training, insight and experien...
Are you experiencing distress and brokenness in your life? Carrying this heaviness can feel overwhelming and can overtake moments of hope and joy. We all desperately desire to be alleviated from the pain and suffering we experience. When dealing with multiple life challenges it can feel at times impossible to take one step forward. Despite our circumstances, we all have the ability to move forw...
I imagine you're here seeking some support in navigating a challenging time, feeling or change in your life. Lets learn about that together. I offer you a sacred time and space to explore the elements that are leading to this current situation. I utilize a holistic, mindful and relational approach adapted to each individual who walks in including children, teens and adults. As a Somatically...
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, for what seems like no reason, you are not alone. Many of us feel like something is missing, we aren’t good enough, or we are failing. We try our best to push these feelings away. However, our insecurity always finds a way back. We want to be independent and strong. So, it can be hard asking for help. We feel like admitting we can’t do it all on our own is a weakn...
I implement research-backed, trauma-informed, multi-culturally competent individual counseling, psychotherapy and family therapy to instill hope, self-compassion, and empowerment in children, teens, college-aged, and young adults. Through gentle guidance, developmentally appropriate psychoeducation, and empathic listening, my clients are able to tap into their inner strengths and vulnerabilitie...
Andrea works collaboratively with clients to reach what they are looking for in their life and help them heal from past situations that have resulted in disruption in relationships and in other daily functions of living. Andrea is able to connect easily with clients and families of clients to improve relationships and reduce conflict by using solution focused communication. Andrea believe that...
Do you struggle as a parent, or family, with difficult child behaviors? Is it taking a toll on you mentally & physically? The struggle is real, when children are defiant, angry, have multiple calls from the school about behavioral problems, get diagnoses of Autism/Asperger's/ADHD, cry easily, have anxiety, sadness, appear disconnected, are addicted to technology, friendship/relationship...
Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a diverse professional background in the Criminal Justice System and Mental Health Counseling field. I have experience providing services at the local probation level, as a Sexual Assault Advocate, Intensive In Home Counselor and Supervisor and Mental Health Skill Building Services Supervisor. I have experience working with children,...
