How do you work with clients with depression?

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I work with children, young adults, individuals, and families using an eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each new client. I have several years of experience in a variety of settings and with diverse clients, including both long-term and brief interventions. There are so many changes that happen as families grow and develop with the passing years, and I am here to help with these transitions. I am an LMSW in the state of Georgia and graduated from Georgia State University with a graduate degree in Social Work and my undergraduate degree in Psychology. I am also continuously seeking to gain more skills and broaden my education participating regularly in additional certification training to add to my existing skillset. I believe that change happens when people are given guidance, they need to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling happy lives. I provide an environment of compassion and support to help individuals and families overcome obstacles to move forward and thrive.

I believe seeking therapy is the first and the most courageous step towards healing, especially due to the misguided stigma about mental illness. Having gone through my own mental health journey, I have come to recognize that pain is part of our lives and sometimes inevitable, but suffering doesn’t have to be. Feelings of anxiety, depression, self- criticism or the unresolved past traumas can become barriers to a life worth living. Even the daily stressors of our life can be too unbearable at times. You are not alone. Through therapeutic healing we can take the next step towards exploring and accepting rejected parts of ourselves and integrating them for a more fulfilled life. My background is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) which offers variety of copings skills to to create balance and reduce reactions to triggers that cause suffering. DBT can be helpful in individual and group therapy. The core principal of DBT is mindfulness which can help cultivate the the life worth living. I specialize in EMDR therapy which is a trauma-focused therapy. It not only helps to process and healing traumas but also helps to reduce emotional pain in a short period of time. It works well with different kind and intensities of traumas, whether it is a deep rooted past trauma attachments or everyday triggers that brings up emotional distress. My practice is grounded in non-judgment and compassion. My focus is on improving holistic well-being and growth. My roots are from India, being from a different culture I recognize importance of culture sensitivity and I enjoy working with people from different culture and ethnic backgrounds. I have an empathetic, respectful and curious approach towards diversity. I offer a free 20- minute consultation. At the moment, I am only offering Telehealth sessions. Feel free to reach out and I look forward to connecting with you!

Currently in my final year in the marriage and family therapy graduate program at Kutztown University. I am completing my internship with Center Street Center. At Center Street Center, we specialize in mediation and custody evaluations. I hold a B.S. in Biology with a minor in Psychology.

My name is Amber Brown. I have been in the mental health field for 13 years. I've worked primarily with children, adolescents, athletes, and young adults assisting in navigating life's journey. I'd be thrilled to be apart of your journey, let's chat!

Will Dempsey is the founder of Heads Held High Counseling. He started this practice with a simple goal: to help people. Over time, he realized how often the healthcare system gets in the way of that. Insurances don’t pay providers enough to make a livable wage, but charging what’s fair for therapists can make care unaffordable for clients. It’s a broken system, and he wanted to do something about it. That’s why he expanded into a group practice. By bringing together a talented team, we’re able to push for higher insurance rates while still providing care that’s accessible—especially for marginalized communities that are often priced out of mental health services. Our team also specializes in culturally competent care. As members of the queer community ourselves, we have a deeper understanding of what it means to live as a queer person and the unique challenges that come with it. While he's no longer seeing clients directly, he pours his heart into running this team because he believes in our mission. We strive to meet you where you’re at and guide you toward reaching your goals—whatever they may be. Having been in therapy himself for over 10 years, he understands how frustrating it can be to navigate insurance and mental health care. That perspective drives me to reduce as many barriers to care as possible. Outside of work, he's a drag performer — a passion that reflects his values as a social worker. Both drag and social work are about fighting for social and political justice, and they inspire him to keep showing up for the communities he cares about.

Hi:). I am Patricia Lomando, LCSW, RPT-S, and I provide neurodivergent affirming services for children, tweens, teens and adults. I've focused 22 years of my career in special interest areas of depression, autism, anxiety, self-esteem, parent empowerment, and life transitions. I am authentic with parents who are struggling with overwhelm and exhaustion and enjoy working together to find the assertive voice, self regulation and lost identities that sometimes seem to disappear within the chaotic "walking on eggshells" feeling of parenthood. As a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor with certifications in Autplay and Infant Mental Health, I further specialize in supporting children and teenagers to find their voice: navigating the struggles of not fitting in, feeling misunderstood, and finding their way to self-acceptance. Using expressive arts, CBT, and a solution-focused approach, inclusively and across all ages, we can explore mood and prevention patterns, collaborate on coping strategies, and illuminate the sometimes elusive gifts of every neurotype.

Devki Shah is a certified Physician Assistant with over 6 years of experience in the medical field. She earned her Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Savannah, GA, and her Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science from the University of South Florida. Devki specializes in male infertility, offering expert care for conditions such as abnormal semen analyses, hormone imbalances, recurrent pregnancy loss, varicoceles, and other male reproductive health concerns. She is committed to helping individuals and families optimize their fertility, working closely with Dr. Jason Kovac, a leader in male infertility, as well as multiple Reproductive Endocrinologists (REIs) to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Hi, I am Dominique (Dom) Proctor. I am a licensed social worker and have experience providing therapeutic services to children, teens, and adults. I offer both individual and couples counseling. I earned my bachelor’s degree from Ohio University in 2020m and worked as a case manager and bachelor’s level therapist. I then attended Indiana Wesleyan University, where I earned my Master of Social Work. Man has been avoiding the consequences of our choices since the beginning. Human beings attempted to cover up their own mistakes and faults by human effort alone. Whether it is AA meetings, self-help programs, or other means of recovery, most of these programs only touch one aspect of a person. A person is made up of mind, body, and soul. Therefore, we need healing for all three elements of a person, not just one. I enjoy working with people to help heal these facets and make progress toward recovery. When helping individuals with their therapeutic goals, I pull from several different modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). I also offer Christian counseling services to those seeking the incorporation of their faith into treatment. I enjoy helping those who have been hurt by the church. I work as an inpatient therapist at SUN Behavioral in Columbus, Ohio, and as an outpatient therapist. In addition, I am part of the NACSW ( North American Association of Christians in Social Work) and the BLEXIT movement.

It may not feel like it yet, but even through taking these steps, you are making progress! Steady progress is what I work with individuals to achieve through several treatment methods. The approaches that we use may be different for each person, but my hope for each client is that they reach three things: a sense of understanding, a route to self-acceptance/inner peace, and productivity toward reaching their deepest desires. I am a licensed mental health therapist in Kentucky and Indiana. I was born and raised in a city-setting (Louisville, KY), but spent time learning and working in a rural community as a graduate of Western Kentucky University. My counseling style is nurturing but practical. My hope is that with the end of each session, you will feel understood and motivated, and will have a plan of action to work toward your goals. Some of my favorite treatment modalities include solution-focused, narrative, CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. I have an open door to all races, religions, ideologies, and sexual-orientations. My specialties include substance abuse treatment, anxiety, stress, anger management, relationship issues, race/discrimination-related issues, life changes, and parenting issues. When I am not working in the role of therapist, I covet time spent with my husband and four kiddos. If you are ready to move forward toward better understanding yourself, your issues, and your solutions, lets get started! Don't wait another day to start working toward the way of life that you deserve.