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

It takes courage to journey inward and look at our egos/shadow self but courage doesn’t mean fearless, it means walking the path despite the fear. You are not walking the path alone. The journey inward to reconnect with your authentic self and truth is beautiful and rewarding. 

Hello! I am a mental health therapist who works with individuals struggling with deep depression, (TRD) Treatment Resistant Depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic stress, trauma. I am also a certified Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapist and Psychedelic Integration Therapist. 

There are all kinds of people with all kinds of experiences in the world.  People have had bad experiences with some therapists.  I would like to encourage you to try one more time.  Find a therapist who has specialized services in the areas you need. Find a therapist who uses new and innovative techniques.  Give us the opportunity to overcome the bad rap out there about therapy.

Hello!  I started a private practice 8 years ago and I absolutely love what I do.  Helping people has been a lifelong gift that I have.  Let me help you!

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!

I wish I could tell them that their information is saved and sacred with me unless they are going to hurt themselves, or others and I believe we are all a working progress.

Chantal M. Hacker, LMHCA, NCC is employed as a Mental Health therapist and graduated from Butler University in May 2021. She has also completed 12 weeks of internship at Brooke’s Place on grief and losses. Her desire is to work with all individuals to enhance their social, personal, and emotional skills and empower her clients to be autonomous. She uses an eclectic approach that focuses on Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Person-centered Therapy. She addresses issues related to all mental health issues namely: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, suicide, grief and losses, multicultural issues, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

I understand it’s not always easy asking for help and sharing your story with a complete stranger. I work at your pace to push you when needed and cheer you on in order to empower you to become the best version of yourself. I am confident that as a team we can work towards a life you’re proud of. If you’re willing to work, so I am.

Whether you are having difficulties navigating the nuances of a relationship, parenting, multicultural issues, gender identity issues, self esteem or anxiety, I can help. I believe that you are a person first and my approach is to understand you first as an individual, then how your environment impacts you, and lastly how we can align your goals and visions into action. Life is not easy, and sometimes you need someone in your corner to help with insight and to empower you to achieve your full potential. Whatever that means for you, I am passionate about my work as a therapist, and I am here to help you navigate your life stressors

It is natural and normal to feel intimidated by the unknown. Therapy goes at a pace that is safe and comfortable for you. 

Over 20 years of experience in human services to women, children and families.

Individuals, couples, children and families intensely desire to be accepted, to be loved, and to be considered worthwhile; they want to belong. Often, when this need is crushed, broken, and/or unfulfilled, it results in emotional and psychological struggles. Therapy provides an opportunity to alleviate and resolve these personal difficulties and find hope to live a joy-filled and peaceful life.  

I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Professional, a Nationally Certified Counselor and a Certified Traumatologist who specializes in trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, PTSD, relationship, multiculticultural issues and problems associated with emotional and physical abuse.

Asking for help is difficult but you are not alone , we can walk this journey together .

I have been working in Mental health for 8 years with a diverse population . I enjoy bringing change , encouragement and balance to those struggling

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.

For individuals needing therapy but could not muster the courage to do so initially, I would tell them I understand how difficult it is to take that first step. Having to seat in front of a total stranger to spill your guts can be very uncomfortable. You may worry about how you are perceived, judged or treated. It is okay to feel nervous or anxious but don't let that stop you from getting the help that you need. It gets better after you take that first step. I have had clients tell me the reasons they were initially hesitant, and wanted to just turn around and leave on day of first appointment. They are happy they didn't as therapy ended up not being everything they dreaded or thought it was based on cultural perceptions.

My goal as your therapist is to guide you to identify your inner strengths during the therapeutic relationship. I specialize in everyday life problems, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, addiction and adjustment issues. I have experience working with people from all walks of life, and assisting individual clients, couples and families experiencing relationship issues. I currently provide individual therapy services to clients experiencing suicidal thoughts, mental health, substance abuse, and PTSD utilizing a client centered, solution focused approach to assist clients in therapy.