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.
Hello! My name is Ann Marie Hefferan. My counseling practice is geared toward women and the issues they face in marriage/romantic relationships, motherhood, and caregiving roles. I am passionate about the struggles women experience in these roles due to my own experience as a teenage mother, wife, and someone who has dealt with infertility, severe postpartum depression, anxiety, juggling the...
( English | español ) Welcome! I enjoy working with individuals who are looking to improve their overall wellness. I work with individuals/couples/families who are looking to heal and live a life they are proud of. I believe in a comprehensive approach to mental health, wellness and healing. My goal is to help you through this journey of life with all that comes with it, and offer a space to co...
Will this ever end? Will things ever change and get better? Have you had these thoughts before? They are exhausting, right? You are not alone! You don’t have to face your stressors alone! As a therapist, I am passionate about helping you navigate your depression, anxiety, relationship stressors, and grief. I aim to provide a safe space where you can come and express the fullness of who you are...
To experience pain and feel lost at times is to be human. You are not alone in this. Life has a way of knocking all of us off course at one time or another. This often creates anxiety and depression. There are just some things that we were not taught how to deal with when we were kids in school. This is where I feel counseling comes in. After all, how can you possibly expect yourself to know ho...
I am thrilled to be offering short-term and long-term teletherapy for any clients in Kentucky and Indiana who are interested in meeting virtually! I enjoy working with adults of all ages, LGBTQ+ individuals, and children from culturally diverse populations and age groups, dealing with a variety of mental health issues. I love working with couples and have led marriage enrichment conferences to...
My #1 priority is to create a therapeutic environment in which clients feel comfortable and accepted. I specialize in working with women, children/adolescents, and families who are experiencing emotional distress due to trauma or life stressors. I see mental health from a whole person perspective and work towards shedding light on underlying physical and emotional root causes via a combination ...
I am most interested in working together with anybody seeking to invest and get free from unnecessary problems and unnecessary suffering; some which may have been a burden your whole life. I'm interested in helping you really get who you are, leave behind who you are not, and arrive at an experience of yourself as empowered, clear, and loving. I can help you resolve past trauma and other types ...
I strongly believe in the healing potential and wholeness within every individual. I specialize in working with adults, teens, parents, and families who experience anxiety/overwhelm, difficult life transitions, challenging relationship dynamics, feelings of "not good enough", and substance use/abuse concerns. Utilizing a humanistic and mindfulness based approach that incorporates practical and...
*NOW OFFERING TELEHEALTH OFFSITE VIDEO THERAPY TO ALL MARYLAND RESIDENTS* Hello! My name is Michael Serene, you can call me Mike, and I have been practicing in the helping profession for over twenty-six years- currently in practice with New Perspectives in Lutherville, Maryland. I am first and foremost a Professional Listener who looks forward to hearing your story in full confidence, and helpi...
We all can benefit from support from time to time. Perhaps you are entering a new phase in life, coping with a mental or physical illness, navigating conflict, loss or trauma. Art therapy can be that support regardless of your experience and skill level. Tap into your innate creativity for healing and change. I help clients go deeper than words through an integration of somatic approaches and a...
Brene Brown reminds us that courage in its earliest definition meant to "speak one's mind by telling all of one's heart." My hope is that our counseling relationship would provide a safe space to courageously speak all of yourself; a place to share of your deepest heart and not be shamed, but be met instead with hope. Bring your fears, your doubts, your brokenness, your confusion - as you enter...
Feeling emotionally overwhelmed at some point is something to which most people can relate. I understand that sometimes life circumstances can leave one feeling conflicted, stressed and even hopeless and helpless. However, there is hope and there is help. As a professional, I have witnessed time and again the power of accurate information, solid resources, and compassionate support to transform...
I am currently seeing clients at Smithson Valley Counseling Center. I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients. I believe to have a different approach to counseling in the sense that I enjoy being more direct with clients and trying to help make the most of our time in session. I believe that with the set of skills I have, I can help anyone get to a desired outcome. I have experience in...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! I am Not Taking Clients with Insurance at This Time. Life is a journey, one never knows when there might be a twist that could be overwhelming, uncomfortable, or consuming. Sometimes we need someone who is unbiased to share those twists, and it takes courage to reach out for professional help. Are you trying to navigate life living with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do ...
Here's a sigh of relief: healing is available to you—in fact, it is your body's natural inclination. Together we will connect to your most authentic self and build a sense of confidence in your inner wisdom. I approach the healing process through creating safety and trust with you, teaching skills to connect with the present moment and tend to the places that hurt the most. You deserve the...
