Positive Psychology focuses on the positive influences in the client’s life, such as institutions, optimistic emotions, and character strengths.
Positive Psychology therapists believe that emotional and mental factors lead to happiness, so they help clients identify happiness from moment to moment.
Positive Psychology utilizes positive emotion, engagement, and meaning to enhance the client’s life. The therapist will ask the client to maintain a journal of positive experiences each day in detail. Keeping a gratitude journal helps rewire the brain, offsetting ruminations of negativity. The client becomes more attentive to their expectations and memories of events, creating a more balanced perspective.
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Hello. I am Alexis and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Work practicing in Virginia. I have over twenty years of experience working with clients of all ages in a wide range of settings including: inpatient psychiatric hospitalization, outpatient care, in-home, school and residential. Most of my experience has been working with individuals who struggle with grief, anxiety, depression, self-esteem,...
My name is Gena Whitson. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I graduated from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology with a masters in Clinical Psychology. I enjoy working with people from childhood to adult. I treat mental health issues using a variety of approaches including CBT, Client Centered, and Relational. I use play therapy and expressive techniques to help childre...
Life can present us with a myriad of troubles. Sometimes we get stuck in survival mode; we’ve spent years just getting by or we’ve been knee deep in struggle. Maybe you’re tired? Tired of sadness, anger, hopelessness, physical pain, and anxiety. You’re ready for change, but need someone you can be honest with. Someone who won’t judge you, but will gently help you walk in new paths and gain the...
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When choosing a therapist, finding someone whom you can have a strong therapeutic relationship with is key. As your therapist, Tammy will listen without judgment and strive to provide a relaxed, supportive space to help you reach your goals. In her over 20 year career as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Tammy has helped clients who have struggled with self-esteem, relationship issues, anxiety...
I specialize in working with adults who have a wide spectrum of mental health needs and help clients identify feelings that have led to self-destructive thoughts or behaviors. I work using a mix of humor, empathy, compassion, and a great deal of respect for my clients. This is important because change is difficult and someone wanting to change for the better has already taken the first step in...
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Many of the clients I work with have either lost or struggled to develop a sense of control in their lives and relationships– having fallen into destructive patterns of substance abuse/addiction and impulsive and/or self-harming behaviors. Others may be struggling with an excess of self-imposed control– leading to a sense of isolation and fear of taking healthy risks. Some are confronting a maj...
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CURRENTLY FULL!! As a therapist, I consider it an honor to carve out a safe and compassionate space for others to navigate their life path. My approach to therapy is holistic in nature and collaborative with you, the client. I hold space for clients as we explore the root of your struggles, and concerns, as well as areas of healing, growth and transformation. We will also address the current...
When we’re stuck in a rut and all of our efforts to make things better just don’t seem to work or we’ve lost the energy to care, counseling can be a great first step towards positive change. Feeling safe, understood, and valued in an unpredictable world can be a daily challenge and everyone needs a supportive place to reflect and gain new insight. As a licensed therapist, I am committed to...
Feeling like you try to do all the “right” things but can’t seem to get where you want to be in life? Are you tired of doing the same things over and over and getting nowhere? Do you feel stressed, frustrated, defeated, hurt, scared, and are not sure what to do next? Perhaps you struggle with parenting a difficult child and are tired. You are courageous and wise to take the first step to freedo...
