For people that are hesitant to try therapy, what do you wish you could tell them?

It feels overwhelming to allow yourself to be vulnerable with a stranger. I always tell my clients that there is no such thing as TMI, “Too Much Information,” The more I know about your situation, the better we can work together to improve your circumstances. It can be hard to talk about feelings out loud; the fear around that can feel overwhelming. Going to therapy, even when you are nervous, is not easy. It may take courage to take those steps. However, reading this shows you are already stepping in the right direction. Therapy is a space where you can be yourself, come just as you are, and feel safe from judgment, including nervousness.

Hi, I'm Sonseray Luster. I am an authentic, committed, empathetic therapist whose compassion is working with those experiencing extreme sadness, excessive worry, and overwhelmedness. I can help you discover more about yourself and learn coping strategies to empower you and promote positive life changes. Leaving you feeling hopeful and like your authentic self again. What makes me different: I listen carefully and compassionately. I make almost anyone feel at ease. People tell me that they can let their guard down around me.

Therapy can be the best gift you can give yourself so don’t get stuck in the stereotype! We can all benefit from some self awareness! 

I invite you to CHOOSE to see your Challenges as Possibilities. In sessions, you establish what personal success is. Capture the skills to cope related to your specific need. Gain clarity on your life & wellness goals. Grow to identify your strengths & resources. Reshape your views, learn strategies & visualize goals. Contact me & become inspired today! Please inquire about your insurance plan:) Feel free to connect and get started with scheduling your first session!

So, so many things! Firstly, please disregard almost everything you've ever seen or heard on tv about therapy. Therapy is a joint effort between a therapist and the client to identify problematic thinking, feelings and behaviors and learn ways to make things better. There are as many ways to do that as there are therapists and you must find a therapist you like, otherwise, it will not work. You will get what you put into therapy, so if you work hard, try new things (which can be very uncomfortable sometimes) and remain open-minded, you will improve. Therapy takes time, so don't expect a quick fix. I truly believe therapy works and people can recover. That's why my business is called "Recovery Works." It also has that name because a person needs to work at their recovery. As a therapist, I believe it is important to work WITH my client to identify goals and take steps to achieve them. I do not work ON my clients to change them into what I think they "should" be. Please, don't expect your therapy to be a quick fix if you are trying to correct a long-standing issues. Please be patient with yourself during the process and know that not all days will be great, but you will make progress as time goes by if you use what you've learned in session and practice in the real world.

Hi! My name is Trisha. I am so happy you have found my profile. If you are looking for quality, compassionate, effective individual or group counseling services to address substance use, depression, anxiety or any other mental health concern, you are in the right place. I provide quality, evidence-based treatments to help people overcome mental illness, addiction and lots of other issues they encounter in daily life. I've been in the mental health and addiction field for many years and have worked successfully with a lot of people like you who wanted to improve the quality of their lives but just weren't sure how. I help people understand what is going on with them and how to start to make things better at their pace.

My calling is to be the source of calm in your life. I have worked with individuals struggling with negative thought patterns, doubt, stress, and anxiety. My passion is helping you become renewed, restored, and actively engaged in life again. Are you ready to take the first step? Contact me to schedule your first session today!

My name is Tina Marie Suarez. I hold a Master of Arts in Counseling focusing in Mental Health Counseling from Florida Gulf Coast University. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Telehealth Practitioner, and National Certified Counselor. My approach to working with clients starts with compassion in a nonjudgmental atmosphere. Helping you acknowledge your present, set realistic goals, holding you accountable toward meeting these goals, and watching you thrive are key.

You don’t have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. We focus on helping clients reconnect with their values, routines, and self-worth—at a pace that works for them. Starting therapy is a powerful act of self-care.

Holistic Community Therapy is a group practice based in Portland, Oregon specializing in Mental Health Occupational Therapy and Mental Wellness Services. We help clients develop daily living skills, improve emotional well-being, and re-engage with meaningful activities through an inclusive, personalized, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approach. Our team supports individuals navigating life transitions, burnout, identity shifts, and stress. We offer virtual therapy across Oregon to ensure accessible, high-quality care that meets clients where they are—emotionally, functionally, and geographically.

I wish I could tell them that I'm not that scary! But seriously, I know the biggest hesitation is a fear of judgment in regards to the most vulnerable parts of you. I highly value my role in the community as a loving, non-judgmental secret keeper. If you feel judged by your therapist, then you aren't working with the right one.

Working from a feminist theoretical perspective, I feel that your unique voice deserves to be believed, be heard, and be taken seriously. I believe in creating a trusted space in which you feel comfortable to work through your difficulties, without fear of judgment or discrimination. My area of specialty is addiction. I am a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC). I am also able to treat addictive behaviors such as gambling or spending. I have experience working with both individuals and groups struggling with severe addictions. I am able to connect you with higher levels of care if you need more support in your recovery beyond the outpatient level. I also specialize in LGBTQ+ and women's issues, specifically with transgender folks. I have helped many clients begin their gender transitions, including hormone replacement therapy and gender-affirming surgeries. Beyond my areas of specialty, I am able to work with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life transitions, relationship difficulties, trauma, personality disorders, and more. Let's see if we are a good fit! I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Wayne State University in 2013, and my Master of Arts in Counseling from the University of Detroit Mercy in 2019. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC), which is a board certification. I am fully licensed in Illinois as well (LCPC).

If you are skeptical about therapy try it first. Make sure you get a therapist that will allow you to express your concerns and answer questions that you may have. Therapy will only be beneficial if you are willing to put in the work. It is a partnership between you and your therapist.

I am a solution focused therapist, who’s goal is to help individuals, families and couples uncover their true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can’t change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. 

Change is hard, I get it. Most people walk around thinking they don't need insight or to change anything, but they keep having negative relationships, experience odd feelings or thoughts or don't quite know why things keep happening. Therapy is collaborative and focused on awareness. Once you have awareness anything is possible.

Do you struggle with feeling alone? Have you been experiencing bouts of sadness , grief, or intense anxiety? Do you have ADHD or autism and are not sure how to live a more fulfilling life? I have extensive expertise in various neurodevelopmental disorders , disability, chronic conditions, depression, anxiety, life transitions and career counseling. I will work to help each individual client using a variety of techniques in a collaborative and caring way. My style tends to be collaborative, warm, attachment focused mixed with a dash of acceptance commitment theory.

I get it! Vulnerability is scary as hell and therapy can often feel intimidating. I know that the therapist you trust for help is an important choice. As your therapist, I offer you a warm, empowering environment where you can begin to thrive again. Yes, growth can take hard work, but you won’t be alone. I’m committed to work with you to create a plan for meaningful, lasting change so that you can cherish your life through all of its seasons. A little support can be invaluable as your find your way forward.

Hi and welcome! I value authentic and empowering therapy to support individuals and relationships in (re)discovering joy, fulfillment, and connection again. If you're interested in working together, visit my website or send me an email to schedule a free consultation. I look forward to knowing you!

One of my main roles as a therapist is to create a safe and supportive space that best serves YOU. That also happens to be one of my favorite aspects of the therapeutic process - you also get to hold the reins in co-creating our time together. As I believe you are the expert on you, and I am simply the facilitator - helping you create the map for your own unique direction of healing.

Hayley Dodd is a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with extensive experience working with teenagers and adults in both private and non-profit sectors of the mental health field. She specializes in working with clients coping with trauma, issues of loss and change, anxiety, depression, and the essential human tasks of: self-development, growth in relationships, and discovering meaning and purpose. Hayley uses a holistic blend of clinical interventions that incorporate the mind-body connection to help client’s achieve wellness, self-empowerment, and integration of past experiences with present issues and future goals. She can also assist clients in learning practical tools to cope with day-to-day stressors via mindfulness and somatic practices, as well as C.B.T. and D.B.T. techniques. Hayley views the therapeutic relationship as a safe, supportive, and collaborative experience. This foundation allows clients a more in-depth experience with themselves, and their unique path of change, healing, and growth.