As a black queer woman working within both for-profit and non-profit spaces for over 10 years, I became increasingly aware of the need for dedicated restorative and affirming safe spaces for BIPOC and Queer folx. Thus, at Growth Explored my intention is to curate an environment that not only allows individuals to observe their own thoughts and feelings as relates to their behavior but additionally understand how external factors such as discrimination impact response to and perceptive of life e...
Though I support people with many backgrounds, situations, and histories, my passion has always been working with fellow members of the Latine community. I support adults, both individually or as a couple, who are looking for help in dealing with anger management, depression, parenting, self-image, relationship problems, acclimation after immigration, stress management, and more....
Are you struggling with issues related to depression, trauma, grief, anxiety, or major life changes? Or maybe you are having relationship problems. If you can relate, then it is time to unload & reset your mind, body & soul. The bag of stressors that we carry on a day to day basis can become burdensome and overwhelming. Here at Open Arms Therapy, we open that bag and help you unload all of the things that have been holding you back from being free and finding your happiness. I am ready to walk...
Welcome! As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), I believe that making mental health a priority is key to creating happiness and overall wellbeing. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step! I’ve been practicing for over 30 years, and I am now focused on clients aged 12-70 who are struggling with anxiety and depression. Everyone has a unique story and deserves an individualized approach to care. Once we decide to work together, we’ll act as p...
You've made the first step in a positive direction by searching for a therapist. I'm so proud of you. Your voice is necessary and required. Your strength is necessary and required. YOU are necessary and required. Let me walk the path with you to regaining and enhancing who you are. I received a MA degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Syracuse University, where I was dually enrolled in the scholar exchange program at Cornell University. I provide individual, family, couples and group the...
I view counseling as a collaborative effort between client and counselor, with my role being predominantly to provide a safe space for introspection, discovery, and growth, while offering targeted interventions to assist and support clients through the process. I see value in approaches that empower clients to see the abilities they already possess, such as person-centered therapy and narrative therapy, and seek to meet every client where they are with a diverse toolkit of theoretical approaches...
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College years can be confusing and difficult for many to navigate. Many express struggles in adjusting to the changes that come along with the increased independence and new peer groups. At Macon Changes, we provide support and interventions to ensure stability across all life areas. We address topics such as substance issues, struggles with peer groups, and other factors that impact adjustment to college life. We offer an array of treatment modalities that seeks to make services acces...
If you are tired of feeling bad about your body, worrying about the food you eat, and want a healthier relationship with food and your body--I'm here to help. Whether it was the class bully, your parents, or social media, it's likely you've been programmed to think your body is not okay the way it is--which is absolutely false. Being a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, I can help you make peace with food and your body so you can enjoy your college experience! Most times, instances of trauma,...
Welcome to Jill Smith and Associates! We want to work with you. Our office is private, quiet, close to campus and easy to find. We welcome all--and want YOU to feel accepted and that they have come to the right place. Our therapists specialize in working with young adults who are concerned about body image and eating issues, anxiety, depression, family issues and relationships!...
Do you ever find yourself feeling overwhelmed with assignments and stressed out due to constant anxiety? You try to tell loved ones around you what is bothering you, yet you still feel like no one understands. The days seem to be going by slower, and life seems to be getting worse and worse. Going through life's stressors while fighting a daily battle with your mental health can feel daunting and sometimes, terrifying. Luckily, you do not have to go through this alone. Life is too short to feel...
What IS counseling? Are you dealing with an overwhelming feeling of anxiety that causes your chest to feel so tight that you feel like you can barely take a breathe? Accompanied with racing thought after thought, and worry that you just cannot seem to control. Fear and anxiety can be brief or long-lasting, depending on a multitude of factors. Sometimes it can take over your life; affecting your appetite, your sleep habits, your ability to concentrate, enjoy life, or even leave the house,...
I specialize in working with young adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, or difficulty with life changes. Clients I work with are tired of feeling bad all the time, and want to learn new ways of dealing with difficult life situations or emotions, so that they can feel more confident and in control of their lives....
At Lowcountry Therapy, we work with people who are navigating life transitions, depression, anxiety, grief, or other difficulties. We specialize in assisting individuals and families who have experienced acute or complex trauma, as well as those who are experiencing attachment challenges. Lowcountry Therapy highly values a therapeutic approach of working collaboratively with patients and providing supportive and practical feedback to help address personal life and family life challenges. To...
As no two individuals are the same, I tailor my work with each client to address the challenges unique to you. As Ward Foley has stated, "We are not given a good life or a bad life. We are given a life. It is up to us to make it good or bad." I am glad that you found this platform and have taken the courageous first step of being here! When working with clients, I focus on their strengths and their ability to create lasting change for themselves. My approach to therapy is holistic, factoring the...
I believe that each and every one of us is the expert of our own lives, but sometimes we feel overwhelmed and need guidance as we navigate life's challenges. This gets more challenging if you're an LGBTQ+ person in the south, but working with an affirming, competent therapist can make a big difference. I help transgender folx and other members of the LGBTQ+ community explore their identity, develop self-esteem, and improve their relationships. My approach to therapy is queer competent, gender af...
My ultimate passion is teaching people how to become more self-aware and grow into who they want to be. As a cancer survivor, I'm inspired to help others navigate through difficult life transitions. After graduating from University of Southern California with a Master’s in Social Work, I spent over seven years in public service with hospice patients and their families as well as survivors of crime. I am trained in EMDR and specialized in crisis response, grief and loss, anxiety, trauma, depress...
If you're interested in getting better, and and off the merry-go-round of mental health counselors, look no more. At Carolina Behavioral Therapy our providers implement evidenced based treatments to assist individuals with overcoming problems including; suicide, self harm, substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and personality disorders. Our therapists are intensively trained and Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) for PTSD, and Exp...
I enjoy working with adolescents, adults , couples and families. My approach is very active and collaborative and is rooted in curiosity and open mindedness....
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