Therapists in Nebraska

Hi! I am so glad you are here. I know therapy can be intimidating for some individuals, so I am proud of you for taking the first step. I believe a huge part of therapeutic success comes through rapport; I do my best to offer a comfortable, welcoming environment. I incorporate a variety of therapeutic approaches best fit for each person. I have lived experience with OCD and professional experience working with clients who have OCD, including those with more "taboo" themes. I also have experience working with anxiety, self-esteem issues, grief, bipolar disorder, depression, survivors of sexual abuse, and other trauma.

I'm a clinical psychologist. I am originally from Baltimore, Maryland, which is where I grew up. I subsequently attended Syracuse University, where I received a bachelor's degree in psychology. About a year after completing training and obtaining a PhD degree in clinical psychology at Northern Illinois University, I began practicing at a VA Medical Center in South Dakota. In addition to caring for patients through telehealth, I have extensive experience practicing in the VA health care system. I am a licensed psychologist in the State of Nebraska.

Is your child or teen getting on your last nerve? Are they defiant, angry, sad or withdrawn? Changes in the family structure, through a breakup, divorce, or death of a family member, often create confusion and unexpressed feelings in kids. Financial worries, relocating, peer pressure, violence, and other stressors at school and in the neighborhood, can lead to behavioral problems. Your child might have stopped opening up to you because they didn't want to worry you, or fear they'd be in trouble. I understand. I specialize in helping school-age children, teens, and their parents through challenging times.

Asking for help is not easy for many of us. Reaching out to a therapist can feel like admitting defeat. I believe, however, that it can be one of the bravest things you can do! Whatever difficulty you are walking through, whether it be grief, trauma, shame or guilt you are worth the time and effort of walking towards peace and healing. If you feel weighed down with life and would like help processing and moving forward, I would like to help.

I believe each person is the expert in their own experience and view my role as a co-pilot on the path to healing and self-exploration. I work with adolescents and adults with varying experiences such as substance use, trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, identity exploration, and burnout. I believe co-creation of therapy goals is vital to forging a path uniquely tailored to meet the needs of each person with whom I work.

It's time for you to make happiness and personal growth a priority in your life. Discovering your personal strengths can help you develop skills needed to cope with hopelessness, regain a sense of control in your life, find solutions to life's problems and lead a purposeful and meaningful life. I have a passion for listening and self-healing. I feel honored to be invited into the heart of someone who is hurting or struggling. I have a special interest in working with people who have anxiety, depression and have experienced trauma. I have education, training and experience with treating Depression, Anxiety, Trauma and Addiction.

Individuals seeking therapy typically want a safe space, warm and compassionate acceptance, as well as a therapist with the skills and experience to help them move through issues of depression, anxiety, abuse and trauma, grief and loss, personal and/or relationship issues. They are often seeking to understand themselves better, seeking positive change, growth, and new insights to move beyond their current problems.

A new and encouraging beginning for you. You already took the first step by beginning the search for a counselor. My goal is to unveil your potential through change so you can live a life you have been looking for within yourself. I am here to give you the tools needed to reach that goal. Counseling is about giving new outlooks, but the ultimate goal is achieved by a client's efforts.

My desire when working with others is to provide an environment where they can talk and process their emotions and the events going on in their lives.

I earned my Masters of Clinical Social Work from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. I am licensed therapist in both Iowa and Nebraska. I enjoy working with individuals, family, couples, and groups. I consider myself to be a client centered therapist and find it important to meet my clients where they are in their lives. My mission as a provider is to empower my clients to find their own inner strength. I have several years of experience working in the mental health field treating individuals with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem/self image, relationship and marital conflict, life adjustments and transitions, and grief and loss

Everyone deserves help, including you. It can be beneficial to talk with someone who has an independent perspective. My previous work experience includes conducting individual, family and group therapy at Tecumseh State Correctional Institution, Reception and Treatment Center, Nebraska Correctional Center for Women and within the emergency department at CHI Health Center - Immanuel. I have experience working with addiction and substance abuse issues as well as clients whose gender identity, socioeconomic class, race, or ethnicity have historically been marginalized.

I began working in Mental Health 32 years ago in Chicago and I found my calling. I provide counseling and support to a variety of individuals. I work with individuals who live with schizophrenia, psychotic disorders, bipolar, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma and grief. Clients want to be heard, to be validated that their experiences are real, their experiences are hard and painful. With support and a non judgmental environment , clients can learn ways in which to manage their symptoms, reduce them and recover.

I have a passion for working with individuals who may have depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, trauma, substance use disorders, and child/adolescent behavioral disorders. I also have experience working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, both in children and adults.

Welcome! I'm so glad you landed on my page. I am a strengths-based, client-centered, expressive arts therapist who sees teens and adults working through anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief/loss, relationship issues, identity questions, & trauma. The first thing I'll do when we meet is listen. I want to hear your story, in the way that you tell it. Together, we'll explore the parts of your story that are working for you, and the parts you want to shift; the parts of your story that are in your control, and those that are not. I will act as guide and witness to the work you do to move towards the life you want and deserve.

Has your life become overwhelming and unmanageable? Do you find it difficult to handle complex emotions or negative thoughts? Have you experienced traumatic events that continue to interfere with your life or are you looking to learn new skills to cope? Although the specific experiences vary for why people reach out for help, there is one constant – you are worthy of acceptance, love, and compassion. Whether you have been struggling for some time or these are recent experiences, you are deserving of a fulfilling and enjoyable life.

The world is a mess. Sometimes it seems like everything is completely falling apart and none of us know how to handle it. We aren't all the same, so why should we be expected to heal the same way? I'll work to meet you where you are at and support you in whatever way you find most beneficial.

My goal is to encourage, empower, and equip individuals of all ages to find their true self and to make the most of their lives. I have experience that spans infancy through geriatrics which has shaped my understanding that it is never too early nor too late to seek therapeutic self-care. As a wife and mother, I value the family dynamic and the need for facilitating opportunities to grow healthy family relationships. My focus in therapy surrounds trauma and attachment. I am also trained in EMDR. I am able to integrate a Christian approach for those desiring a faith-based therapy.

Life can be overwhelming, making you feel helpless or create anguishing for you/your relationships. You may find your mind racing with "what if" and a sense of anxiety or foreboding. Other times, something so significant or shocking happens that it completely changes how you view the world. You may struggle to communicate or understand your emotions. And it may not stop there, disruptions can ripple out and affect your friends, partner, spouse, or family. They may want to help, want to understand, but like you may not know where to start. Finding serenity in yourself or your relationship can be a daunting task.

Do you feel like you don’t have control over what’s happening around you right now? Is there a problem that’s dragging you into a downward spiral? Do you need a place to sort things out so you can get back on track and live the life you want? Whether you’re experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or just feeling stuck, therapy can provide a safe place to work things out and find solutions that are right for you.