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

There is no shame in going to therapy.  You’ll definitely feel better after a couple sessions. 

I have been in the mental health field for over 15 years and my practice has been around for over 6 years.  I specialize in depression, anxiety, addiction, PTSD and anger management 

We are often hesitant to try therapy because we think our problems are not big enough/important enough/bad enough to go to "therapy". However, I see therapy as another support or tool in our tool box. The friends, family, peers, co-workers that we have in our life can provide great support but sometimes it is helpful to have one more person that we can lean on during our difficult times. 

Welcome! I am so happy you are here. I work specifically with **female-identified clients** who are seeking therapy for anxiety, stress and burnout, life transitions, self-esteem, and relationship difficulties. Therapy can be a scary and daunting step. Taking the time to address your needs, big or small, shows strength and courage and I will be right by your side with empathy and compassion. I believe that, when entering a space of vulnerability, it is important to feel safe and secure. As a therapist, my job is to provide you with a non-judgmental therapeutic environment to support you in your healing and growth. I am here to offer a collaborative approach to empower and foster change in your journey. 

I think it can be somewhat unsettling to think about sitting with a stranger and sharing intimate details of themselves. I am conscious of that and take the trust placed in my very seriously. I want anyone I meet to feel accepted no matter what they may be facing. I work to build rapport quickly and demonstrate how helpful it can be to anyone. We all face challenges at various times and having an outside person to work through those can be beneficial

I have been licensed since 2006 gaining my clinical experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings with individuals, couples, and families 12 years and up.

There is such importance with allowing yourself to be vulnerable amd grow.  While this can be a very scary idea, everyone deserves the chance to enter a non-judgements place where they can receive authentic support to talk about anything and everything.  It can be freeing as we all spend so much of our life trying to manage our needs with those of others.  This can be the chance to discover what it is that you need.m to live a full and balanced life.

As a therapist, my primary goal is to provide a safe, calm and steady presence for you as you navigate the challenges you are facing. My approach draws upon cognitive behavioral, dialectic behavioral, EMDR, and psychodynamic perspectives to match the needs of each individual person, family, and couple.  My style has been described as collaborative, warm, interactive, direct, and non-judgmental. I use a variety of techniques to bridge the gap between the conscious and unconscious. In doing so, balance is achieved between the self and the world allowing for healing and growth.

The first time I tried therapy, I felt like it wasn't for me. I couldn't be honest with them or myself and I didn't feel connected to my therapist. I didn't know that you could change your therapist and that not everyone is a good fit. It took me almost a decade to go back. Now, I have an awesome therapist who helps me to feel more like who I'm supposed to be and not the person my past made me.

Hi! I have been practicing for a little over 6 years and strive to create a therapy environment that works for you.

I am genuinely a gentle kind caring soul who will foster a safe space to build a trusting relationship. Your journey of healing will be one of respect and of guided discovery. As a fellow human being and as a father, child, brother, friend, and cousin, I know depression very well and have experienced it too. If you are feeling low and down on your luck, you are not alone. I can empathize with many of you. Your empowerment and recovery is very meaningful to me. I believe each of you have the strength and knowledge to heal, but it is blocked due to painful memories. The key to treatment plan is collaboration. I will respect your readiness to move forward. Each of us have unique experiences and are at different stages of life. This is your journey, so I will be attentive to your desired pace

My specialty is AF EMDR (Attachment Focused Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) therapy and Super Resourcing. If you have traumatic experiences, painful childhood, low self-esteem, I may be the perfect match for you. These things haunted me for 35 years. CBT, DBT, and talk therapy gave me some relief, but it was AF EMDR that transformed me and gave me the healing I needed. Rest assured, I can walk the talk and guide you in your journey of self discovery and healing.

Therapy is not a one stop shop, but it is a good starting place for one of the most important organs in your body, your brain aka your mind! By checking out mental health platforms, looking for therapists and doing the research to set yourself up to make a choice--you've already taken the most important steps for you!

Hi everyone! Welcome to my Mintleaf profile, I am honored to have you join me on this platform. I am a Doctor in Marriage and Family Therapy as well as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. I specialize in working with marginalized populations, women, couples, families and adolescents. I am thrilled to get to know you and join you on this beautiful and complex journey called life.

It's okay if the process seems daunting. It usually is. It's not the sign you are looking for that this isn't the right move. Sometimes the greatest gifts we can give ourselves is to lean into discomforts and pursue a more effective route. If you're exploring counseling, that usually tells me that what you've been doing up until this point isn't serving you as well as it's felt like it has in the past. Change is usually hard and uncomfortable. Initiating change can be intimidating. Growing into a space you want to be able to get to is life changing and oh so rewarding. It will be hard work--I can 100% guarantee that. And it will be meaningful and worth the effort for us to take the time to learn how to value and prioritize yourself together.

Hi! My name is Emily! I am a LPC in the state of Texas and LCPC in the state of Maryland. I offer Virtual/In-Person (Fort Worth) appointments in TX and virtual ONLY in MD. I work particularly with both males and females who are struggling with Level 1 Autism Spectrum Disorders, varieties of grief, and anxiety. I believe that strength and encouragement can be found in having someone process our challenges with us. I strive to create a safe space where you can learn from current thinking patterns, explore new coping skills, and grow in more effective behaviors and thought processes. Often we underestimate the impact of having someone share space with us in some of our darkest moments. I would be honored to make space with you.

Taking the first step to getting therapy can be intimidating, scary, and may hold a negative stigma from those around you, however, seeking and participating in therapy is a strength that you've recognized a need for personal growth and want to better yourself. That's something to be proud of and embrace it. One of the nicest things about therapy is being able to share with someone all of your deepest feelings and knowing you can share without judgement.

I have a degree in Social Work with a focus on family systems, sociology and human sexuality. Throughout my career I have worked with people of various backgrounds and with a variety of needs. I have worked with families and within a school setting with middle and high school students. I am looking forward to working with you. My passion has always been to help others with their emotional and mental health needs. I pride myself in being a great listener and by challenging negative thinking and working together, I anticipate successful outcomes and growth in your life!