I have over 26 years of experience working as a licensed social work therapist and clinical supervisor. My area of expertise is the field of domestic and sexual violence -issues surrounding complex trauma, types of abuse, leaving vs. staying, safety, and healthy/unhealthy relationships. I also address self-esteem, boundary setting, empowerment, conflict resolution, stress/anxiety, depression, gender identity/dysphoria, family conflicts, grief and loss, anger, and coping with life changes. I work...
Are you facing challenges related to mental health or substance use? Do you struggle with low self-esteem, lack of motivation, inner unrest, or difficulty reaching your full potential? Perhaps you're uncertain about your decision-making or navigating family and relationship conflicts. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental space to help you gain clarity, build confidence, and work toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. My passion is in working with those struggling with mental health, fami...
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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...
Absolute Choices Therapy offers Tele-therapy support for individuals with depression, anxiety, sadness, family issues, relationship struggles and school related challenges. Even the strongest person, needs support and help from time to time. Unraveling the past and working toward a better way to move forward from stress, anxiety, procrastination, and ruminating thoughts is a step in the right direction. What is holding you back? Getting to the root of issues will make room for new beginnings...
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...
With all the stresses in the world, especially now, you don't have have to face it alone. Let's talk about how I can best support you. I enjoy putting knowledge into practice and helping apply it to everyday behavioral changes. I can support you in healing old wounds and transforming patterns that lead us to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or depleted. I utilize cognitive-behavioral methods, acceptance and commitment therapy and EMDR - eye movement desensitization and reprocessing....
Best fit for individuals experiencing stress, PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, as well as support with parenting challenges and life transitions. Main treatment models I provide are CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) as well as CPT (Cognitive processing therapy) which is a specific type of cognitive behavioral therapy that has been effective in reducing symptoms of PTSD. Together, we can explore solutions and positive growth. A brief therapy model is NOT compatible treatment f...
I love working with college aged clients who are struggling with difficulties adjusting to new circumstances, anxiety, stress management, and relational concerns. I work from a very relational and warm approach, utilizing a variety of methods to help my clients meet the goals they set. I meet with clients weekly, bi-weekly, or even monthly (if appropriate). If in the Bloomington area, I offer walk talk in addition to in office and telehealth....
Are you tired of feeling stuck, lost, and confused? Are you restless, unhappy, and discontent? Is there a part of you that knows there could be so much more to life but you're hesitant and maybe even unwilling to believe it? Do you know something needs to change but you're unsure how to change it? If you're ready to feel more confident, secure, and happy, if you're ready to finally conquer that fierce inner critic and heal the wounds keeping you stuck in your negative beliefs and self-doubt, I c...
I am a mature, older woman with a great deal of professional and life experience that I apply in my practice. I am an empathic, respectful, and careful listener. I work with a broad range of issues, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity, life transitions, attachment, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, women’s issues, LGBTQ+ challenges, and relationships. I also have a special interest in neurodivergence, including both high achievers and individuals with ADHD. Because of my proximit...
I have many years of experience working with undergraduate and graduate students as well as faculty and staff at the university level. The reality is that being a student or working in academia can be both very rewarding but challenging and I am here with the privilege of accompanying individuals on their journeys whether it be personal or professional in nature. I look forward to the possibility of working with you to reach your goals!...
Counseling is a personal and unique process for each person. I facilitate each client’s unique process, and walk alongside the client, shoring up their strengths and making use of our relationship to bring about positive change. The therapeutic process can be challenging at times, and I work with the client to fully experience the joys and sorrows that are part of life, striving to feel a wide range of emotions. I enjoy working with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds. Starting up the co...
Life can be brutal, can’t it?! Can you remember that time in life when you were happy, like top of the world scream it from the rooftops happy? In that moment, everything was right in your world and then well, life happened. Now you look back and have so many questions…What happened? Let me tell you, you are not alone! We’ve all been there in some season of life. But who says this can’t make us better! Every person comes to therapy with their own individual needs. Therefore, we adapt our inte...
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...
Katherine is a warm and engaging therapist who values honesty and transparency in her interactions with clients. She is passionate about helping her clients achieve their goals and find joy in their lives. She believes that therapy is a collaborative process and works closely with clients to create a customized treatment plan that meets their unique needs. Having recovered from her own eating disorder, Katherine is able to bring a unique level of empathy and understanding to every session. Cl...
My specialization includes assisting adults experiencing challenges of all types: be that physical, mental, psychiatric, developmental, cognitive, intellectual, chronic illness, etc. This may be a personal or indirect experience currently affecting you. We will work together to reflect on and overcome barriers in an empathetic and nurturing environment. We will take the time to grieve any loss, reflect on how things have changed and current frustrations, appreciate where you are now, and work to...
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I use a solution-oriented approach, forming a partnership with my clients in which we identify goals and develop a plan for achieving them. I view myself as your employee, and my job as a privilege: I am honored when each unique human being decides to share his or her story with me. I am an MSU alum, and the son and father of MSU alums. I know the MSU community and its unique characteristics. I am happy to integrate my Christian beliefs with proven clinical methods for clients who wish such...
When one feels that they are more in control, they have more confidence in themselves. When one feels out of control and overwhelmed, they are lacking in confidence and often get frustrated. Thankfully there is a way to be a control freak without doing it to others. Control yourself by paying more attention to your emotions, thoughts, and actions. I want to help you do that so you can find more enjoyment out of the things you want to do and less stress doing the things you don't want to do. ...