Mental Health Counseling: Treating Anxiety, Depression, and More
Anxiety and depression are among the most common and uncomfortable emotions we can experience, affecting most of us at some point in our lives. My goal through therapy and treatment, including anxiety treatment and depression therapy, is to help you regain motivation, perspective, and achieve a better balance.
The symptoms of anxiety or depression can often be intense and cyclical, sometimes feeling internal and overwhelming. Whether the cause is situational or related to conditions like Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, or Borderline Personality Disorder, I possess specific experience, education, and training in treatments such as CBT, DBT, psychodynamic therapy, and trauma counseling that can assist you.
I offer a range of therapies, including Art Therapy, CBT, DBT, and the principles of EMDR.
Trauma & PTSD
Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Emotions such as anxiety, fear, and hopelessness can linger after traumatic events. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), I can provide trauma counseling and guide you through the process of grief and healing. Together, we can explore various approaches, including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), psychodynamic therapy, and art therapy, to help you develop skills and overcome these symptoms. Additionally, I offer specialized depression therapy and anxiety treatment to support your journey toward recovery.
Boundary Setting: Helping the Helpers
Setting healthy boundaries can be a struggle for those who are natural givers or have learned through trauma to value others to their own detriment. Many of my clients, including those involved in ministry, teaching, therapy, parenting, or medical fields, often face stress or trauma as they prioritize service to others. This can lead to feelings of anxiety and the need for effective anxiety treatment or depression therapy.
Are you finding it difficult to include yourself among those who deserve help and care? I love to assist the helpers in the world in learning to balance their needs with those of others. Whether you are seeking trauma counseling, art therapy, CBT, DBT, or psychodynamic therapy, please reach out if this resonates with your life experience and requires attention.
Psychodynamic Therapy
At Balanced Life Counseling, I embrace a Jungian approach to therapy, which aligns with various therapeutic methods, including psychodynamic therapy. Its creator, psychologist Carl Jung, believed that the unconscious mind is full of wisdom about who we are as human beings and how we can live our lives in harmony with others. Psychodynamic therapy aims to help individuals, including those seeking anxiety treatment or depression therapy, gain a deeper understanding of themselves by exploring their dreams, memories, emotions, fears, and desires. Additionally, I incorporate principles from art therapy and other modalities like CBT and DBT to enhance this process.
Some of the benefits of this approach are:
- Improved self-awareness
- Understanding your relationships with others
- Gaining insight into your unconscious mind
While I am not a Jungian Analyst, I am a practitioner well-versed in these concepts and use them with clients, including those in need of trauma counseling, to help them gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their personal history.
Please feel free to contact me for more information about psychodynamic therapy.
philosophy
There has been much discussion about the difference between Christian counseling and a counselor who is a Christian. I consider myself the latter. It can be difficult to find a counselor who understands Christian beliefs and is also trained in trauma counseling. I seek to honor the use of scripture and theology where it is beneficial, while being respectful of your personal journey, and well-educated in evidenced-based treatments like CBT, DBT, psychodynamic therapy, and art therapy for anxiety treatment and depression therapy.
I provide counseling with respect to all and to your personal trinity: your body, mind, and spirit. I'm ready to help!
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
As a certified clinical trauma professional, I utilize evidence-based techniques such as CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic therapy to help you heal from the psychological effects of trauma, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression. My trauma counseling approach provides a safe and supportive environment where you can learn about the impact of trauma on the body and brain. Additionally, I offer anxiety treatment and art therapy to help you develop effective strategies for managing symptoms and fostering healing.