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Are you frequently worried and having difficulty doing what you love? Are you a college student who is often overwhelmed and feeling hopeless? Are you struggling with identifying whether your current situation is healthy or abusive? Have you found yourself in a faith environment that has harmed you in some way? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. And I know this is hard. You’ve likely been debating seeking help for mont...
Life is hard enough. Don't do it alone. You're exhausted. You're tired of faking it. You just need space. You're feeling stuck. And maybe a little unsure about beginning therapy. At River Oaks Psychology, we get it. We’ve been there. We all have hard things to figure out. We want you to be unapologetic. Yell, scream, cry, swear, vent, share your deepest secrets, whatever – we'll ALWAYS accept you and care about you. We strongly believe there is often no more profound experience than being heard,...
I work with teens and college students to help them deal with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns. I also help people who are stressed out and need some clarity about big decisions such as whether to change majors. I use Solution Focused Therapy which means I'll help you get a clear idea of what you want things to look like in the immediate future and then help you use your current strengths and past successes to make it happen. I'll help you get ideas for small but do-able c...
I have a strong desire to help others feel understood, to confront both joy and pain, and to support others in not only surviving, but reviving and thriving through this one wild and precious life. I have been told I specialize in “you go girl therapy”, and I tend to agree. I want to provide you with support, empathy, a shoulder to cry on, and to join you in celebration dances as you work to meet your goals. Can’t wait to work with you, Mama! Navigating my own path through the great adventure...
You’re tired of: - Overthinking - Feeling overwhelmed - A heightened sense of worry - Your mental energy being depleted - Thinking about the worst case scenario - Being critical of yourself - All-or-nothing thinking - Feeling like an imposter - Worrying about disappointing others - Avoiding things that make you anxious - Comparing yourself to others - Unsubstantiated fear - Procrastinating - Being unable to set boundaries - Having difficulty identifying or communicating what you...
We pride ourselves on being a value-based practice. We honor a reciprocal relationship with our surrounding communities, and therefore, seek to establish long-lasting connections with residents and professionals who become our stakeholders, either as clients or referral sources. Our therapeutic environment is one that combines comfort with professionalism. We believe the therapy process is unique for each person, yet always requires people to feel safe and supported along their journey. The ...
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Many mental health issues are related to a trauma response in the brain and body. Trauma is often conceptualized as one single event or experience that causes intense fear or distress. However, not all people who experience these kinds of events develop trauma symptoms, and many people who do experience trauma symptoms cannot identify a single event such as this. Another way to understand trauma symptoms is that they occur when an individual’s context overwhelms their nervous system’s ability to...
-- Psychological Evaluations for accommodations and legal issues -- Counseling for depression, bipolar, anxiety, trauma, attention deficit, relationship problems, and substance treatment....
Hi there! My name is Jessica, and my pronouns are she/her/hers. I believe the real job of therapy is to provide a safe place where you get to know yourself better and make changes in your life. My goal is to help you express emotions that are interfering with your life, and guide you through them at your own pace. It is a collaborative process where we work together to explore what you are going through and identify what you are looking to accomplish. It is important to me throughout this proces...
There are times we all could use someone to walk beside us and hold a light on our journey towards becoming our best self. When the road gets rough, I hope that I can be there to help remind you of your strengths. My goal is to provide therapy that is unique and tailored to your individual needs. I believe a trustworthy, judgment-free, and compassionate relationship between client and therapist is vital to helping you reach your goals. I incorporate a variety of evidence-based and trauma-informe...
Wholehearted counseling helping hurt folks heal - specializing in eating disorders and body image, trauma, perinatal mental health, academic stress and perfectionism, life transitions and relationship challenges, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, and chronic illness. Here at Rooted, we’re a group practice of holistic counselors on a shared mission to demystify the process of therapy, remove shame and stigma, and hold space for conversations around healing and wellness. Our aim is to off...
In addition to the insurance outlined in the profile, please note that I accept most major medicaid products in the mid Michigan region. I also accept PHP and SPHN....
Life didn't prepare us for all the stress, did it? You made it to college and now are on your own dealing with new friends, missing family, and studying for what feels like a million different tests. You're not alone, though. I am so proud of you for looking for help, because it is a huge first step is getting back your control. I work with young adults to help adjust to college, the burnout that comes with college, anxiety/perfectionism, friendship stress, and trauma. We meet virtually so w...
Thank you for considering the meaningful step of improving your life through therapy. I have over 10 years of experience in helping young adults with a wide range of concerns, from anxiety to depression to relationships to making career decisions and managing daily stresses. I practice evidence-based behavioral therapy while treating you with the warm, friendly concern I would want for a dear family member. My clients often feel better after the first session or two and tend to feel and function...
Therapy is emotionally hard for everyone and most people at some point in their life have seen a therapist or could have benefited from seeing a therapist. The hardest step is the first contact. I believe that the therapeutic relationship between you and your therapist is what helps you make the changes in your life that "you" want to make. My focus is on helping you discover your strengths as a way to live a happier, positive and more meaningful life. I believe in a compassionate, strength-base...
I consider it a privilege to help people process their experiences, empathize with them in their pain, work to improve their relationships and help them make positive changes. I am a generalist in training (worked with couples, adolescents and adults), but specialized in Emotion Focused Couples therapy, EMDR (evidenced based trauma therapy), Christian psychology and cross cultural workers (missionaries, pastors, and missionary kids/adults). I personally love more depth oriented, emotion-focused ...
You feel the pressure to look like you have it “all together,” but inside you are struggling to feel confident in yourself and your relationships. Struggling with FOMO, feeling like a fraud or a fake, the pressure of social media and saving face … this stage of life has so many challenges. It might be hard to even remember what life was like before you felt this way, but you know there’s hope. You know these problems don’t have to be permanent—you just need some help getting out of your own way....
As human beings, we are in a constant state of transition and emergence into new selves. Meaning, just as we defined ourselves in the past, we can also choose to redefine ourselves now and in the future. No matter how you would like to begin your story, I am here to help you piece the puzzle together and walk with you on this journey of self-healing. I specialize in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) – the particular women’s issue that doesn’t get enough spotlight. The symptoms that y...