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 Work with individuals and couples mainly. My background is in substance misuse counseling. I also see a large proportion of clients struggling with body image concerns and disordered eating. I work in a relational way, that invites the client into the therapeutic process, setting goals, assigning homework if appropriate, coming up with ways to better resource in times of stress/ emotional...
* NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS * Vickie Gerber is an LPC and is a mental health therapist with Polaris Partners Counseling and Consulting. She earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University in 2015. Vickie specializes in working with adults and older adolescents (16+) dealing with chronic pain, addiction, self-esteem issues, anxiety and stress,...
I have had the honor and privilege of working with individuals and families for more than 15 years and really love what I do! My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, loss, and trauma, as well as women's issues. I recognize that the client is the expert on his or her life, and brings strengths to the therapy process. I position myself to be walk alongside client...
Volusia Neuropsychology & Behavioral Health offers multiple services to meet the needs of all patients. Our dedicated clinicians provide counseling and psychological services for children, adolescents, and adults in a supportive environment that promotes optimal well-being. The neuropsychological component of the practice is dedicated to the evaluation of brain function and assess cognitive,...
Winter's darkness calls for stillness and introspection. Maybe you've thought to yourself, "I'm lost. I feel like I'm living outside of my own life. Like I'm not even living, just on autopilot. The anxiety overtakes me. I'm constantly exhausted." You may have even tried therapy before but felt like it didn't make a difference so are skeptical about trying again. You want results, to feel more...
Whatever might feel under or overwhelming in your life right now, never forget that it can change. This can be the moment that it does. Life doesn't have to be stressful, painful, lonely, depressing, or worse yet, "just ok." Whether it's for you, your child, your marriage, or your family, finding the right therapist and approach can be so powerful. With so much emphasis on quick and profitable...
I seek to help clients better manage stress, anxiety and depression; to support them through life transitions; to improve communication patterns, strengthen relationships, and process past trauma. A skilled mediator, I help couples improve communication, rebuild trust, remove barriers to intimacy and work through struggles due to infertility. I believe that therapy is meant to be a creative,...
Hello and thank you for stopping by. If you found this page, it was not by accident. Perhaps you have tried lots of things, but none of them have worked. Maybe you have said within yourself, if I could just find someone who understood ME, someone I can really CONNECT with, then I could get help. Well, welcome. We are here to connect with you in a way that is meaningful and true. We believe in...
Finding the right therapist can be daunting, and for some, it can be the most difficult step. I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation so that you can assess if we are the right fit. I work with teens and adults presenting with concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/ loss, chronic health concerns, relationship issues, and life transitions. In our work together we will explore yo...
Wanda Is only providing Tele-therapy at this time. Clinical Supervisor Wanda Montemayor is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S-AT), a Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC, ATCS) , a Registered Play Therapy Supervisor ( RPT-S) with a specialty in EMDR and animal-assisted therapy. In addition to her traditional counseling and therapy (talk therapy) methods, she integrates art therapy ...
Life doesn’t always go according to plan. And, sometimes there isn’t a plan, or it’s someone else’s plan, or the plan simply isn’t working. I offer a compassionate space where you can feel safe and supported as we explore the unexpected or ongoing turbulence your life. My trauma-informed approach to counseling is centered on building a trust-based collaboration that will support you as you begi...
I believe that as humans we are not defined by our challenges. We are capable of growth, change, and writing our own story. I have experience assisting individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, work stress, life transitions, chronic illness, grief, and the impact of trauma in taking ownership of their lives and writing a new chapter. I am also passionate about working with...
I am an active, engaged, and compassionate therapist who tailors therapy toward your individual needs. My approach to psychotherapy is non-judgmental, empathetic, and holistic, focusing on you as a unique, complex, and dynamic individual. As an associate marriage and family therapist (AMFT 104123), I work avidly to help you in your process of healing, transformation, and self-discovery. I belie...
I am a graduate of both the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Virginia Commonwealth University, with a master’s in social work. i am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the state of Virginia. I have been working with individuals and families for approximately 18 years. I have extensive post graduate training in grief and trauma and how it affects us spiritually, mentally and...
Life comes with inevitable changes that can be difficult whether they are planned and wanted, or unplanned and dreadful. With these changes can come emotional issues such as depression, anxiety, or grief, just to name a few. The way we deal with these changes has a lot to do with our past experiences and perception. Our sense of self-worth influences almost every aspect of our lives, and when i...
