
A licensed mental health counselor is a professional who has a master’s degree (M.A.) in psychology, counseling, or another mental health field. They work two years with a mental health professional after graduate school for licensing. They cannot perform medical procedures or prescribe medications.
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Since 2005 I have worked primarily with adults in a collaborative process where we alleviate emotional pain and promote personal growth. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of Ohio I have been able to work in numerous settings and am proficient in treating trauma disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, survivors of domestic violence and adults with chronic mental health...

Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Those are just two of the areas in which I specialize. My philosophy is that people are stronger than we allow ourselves to believe. Individuals who are having mental or emotional struggles often need to have a trusted person to serve as an emotional outlet. My objective as a mental health professional is to provide clients with a safe, confidential, ...

Are you worried during this global pandemic? Please know that our counselors are here. We are offering both online and in person sessions for people in our communities. Please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss your mental health needs. We must come together in this time of COVID-19 crisis and support one another. You may worry that what you feel right now may get worse, or you're thinkin...

There are seasons in life when hope and peace seem distant while trouble, stress, and doubt are unavoidable. Learning new perspectives can alleviate symptoms of anxiety, hopelessness, confusion, concentration challenges, fatigue, emotional volatility, risky behavior, or difficult relationships. I provide personalized support to encourage and empower clients to live more authentically and get...

Currently my practice is full. Please feel free to check back in a few months for any change. My therapeutic approach is to create a space for each unique person I meet with to engage around whatever the individual would like to address. I am very flexible in my approach and hope to empower each person through some dedicated time, space, and collaboration. The therapeutic relationship is the mo...

Aloha! I specialize in the treatment of substance abuse and addictions of all kinds, mental health issues, including anxiety, depression and life transitions, and trauma treatment with somatic healing and Attachment Focused EMDR. If you are struggling with a substance abuse issue and are looking to work with a counselor one-on-one who deeply understands the struggles of addiction and the triump...

I work collaboratively with adults and children dealing with issues such as trauma and loss, ADHD, anxiety and depression, and chronic pain, utilizing a pragmatic strength-based approach. Certified in EMDR, I also draw upon other mind-body modalities, such as Mindfulness Meditation, DBT, and attachment theory. My approach is grounded in spirituality and informed by over 30 years of participatin...

Deborah Osmanson
Omaha
Nebraska
Going to a counselor can be pretty frightening; my goal is to make it as comfortable as possible. I believe that we all need help at times to work through difficult issues in our lives. I count it a privilege to help clients with the stresses of life. Beginning therapy can be a big step toward being the healthiest version of yourself and living the best life possible-no matter what challenges y...

While I might be a trained guide, the wilderness of your life belongs to you and my goal is to help you find ways to live in it well. The counseling relationship is a collaboration that will help you uncover the patterns in your life that are simply not working, so together we can discover a new way forward. The focus of my work is with MEN, COUPLES, and YOUNG ADULTS dealing with Stress,...

*I am currently unable to accept new patients at this time.*The decision to seek counseling is a decision to make change happen in your life! While the idea of counseling can be frightening to a person, the process of counseling is often rewarding and quite meaningful. Whether you are struggling with decisions that need to be made, or a personal behavior you wish to change, or a view on your li...

Jennifer Wainscott
Saint Louis
Missouri
Everyone has a story, and every story is complex. Maybe you feel exhausted, stuck, alone, or anxious. Maybe you've hit another difficult patch and you're uncertain of where to turn. Maybe your relationships feel harder than they used to, or perhaps you're tired of experiencing chronic shame. The good news is that life doesn't have to be this way forever; real change is possible. Your struggles ...

Daniel C. Gibbons
Colorado Springs
Colorado
I specialize in helping children, teens, parents, and families make positive changes, feel in control and discover meaning. I constantly find myself in awe of children and adolescents who display amazing courage, openness, and strength as they become more balanced and complete. Each person I come to know through therapy is deeply important to me and I allow my relationship with clients to guide...

Erin Smalley
Colorado Springs
Colorado
Are you ready for things to change? Is your marriage or relationships needing a little bit of a "tweak"? Do you desire to grow as an individual to be a better version of you? . I believe digging a little deeper into our hearts allows people to discover their unique abilities and strengths that they bring to their life. Healing wounds from life experiences is key and discovering the truth about ...

Are you ready to turn over a new leaf? Let me support you by creating a personalized plan that addresses your individual needs. Creating change in the brain means we have to learn how to adapt, revise and change our ways of thinking and actions. I have combined my skill set in Clinical and School Counseling to help clients develop strategies for emotional regulation to better cope with life,...

Counseling and therapy services should be approached as a collaborative effort between the counselor and client with the purpose of establishing and achieving goals mutually agreed upon. The goal is seeking to help the client address, resolve, and cope with issues that are affecting their wellness and ability to thrive in life. I work with clients who are experiencing life stressors that are...