What is therapy like? What does a typical session with you look like?

I start by building rapport, setting goals for treatment, and we work on reaching those goals one session at time.

Providing Only Telehealth Therapy (Video- therapy only) Hello and congratulations on taking the first step towards change and taking care of your emotional well-being. I know that balancing higher education, work, family, and relationships can be challenging often times resulting in self- neglect and/or poor work/life balance. I am here to assist you with recognizing signs that lead to destructive behaviors and developing self-control over your thoughts and actions. I understand that making the decision to seek mental health services can be overwhelming, so I wanted to provide an opportunity to schedule a brief consultation telephonically to allow you the opportunity to ask questions regarding the therapeutic process. I look forward to assisting you with achieving your goals, whether it be providing support and guidance through a challenging situation or providing a clear road map. We are here to assist and look forward to meeting with you. I am currently offering evening sessions. Population Served: Adults

Therapy with me is going to bring out the irony and humor in situations in a way that is not damaging to the therapeutic process. In other words, I use sarcasm and I'm always my genuine self. My goal is to create a space where people can take a deep breath and relax without me needing to guide them to do so. 

Hi! I am a Masters-Level Mental Health Counselor and I have been in the mental health field since 2020. Before working in outpatient, I specialized in eating disorders in a clinic setting. I have also became familiar with PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, and personality disorders. My treatment model is centered around CBT, DBT, and REBT. This means that I focus on the interaction of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and place emphasis on irrational thought processes. 

Sessions are typically 50 minutes and we start with what is causing you the most stress or pain. It feels like a comforting conversation

I am an experienced counselor who offers individual counseling to those who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, eating disorders or personality disorders. I am an anti-diet and HAES therapist. My primary approach is trauma focused, cognitive behavioral therapy and solution focused.

There's rarely a session I have that doesn't include some elements of laughter or levity, but there's also plenty of opportunities in session for us to work on what brings you here, and for me to (gently or not so gently) call you out on your stuff.

Like many therapist profiles, this page could list my degrees and credentials, provide a vague description of what clients I work with, and be distant but warm; however, that is not how I work with clients or how I am in the world. I want this page to help you decide if we’ll work well together, not just list the things I’ve done. What you probably want to know is 1) do I know what I’m doing and 2) are we a good fit in working together. I have been working in the mental health field, specifically with eating disorders, since 2014 in a variety of capacities including inpatient, residential, and crisis stabilization programs. I am passionate about eating disorder recovery and collaborating with patients to find balance in their lives. I am body-positive and Health at Every Size (HAES) aligned. I have experience in working with families, couples, and individuals in addition to facilitating group therapy. My primary focus lies in helping to support clients and their loved ones in understanding and moving forward in the path to recovery through individual and family therapy. I have earned the distinction of being a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) by the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals, and have been an officeholder for the Heartland chapter of iaedp since 2019 and remained committed to pursuing ongoing education within the field. There are so many people who hesitate to come to therapy or to move forward in eating disorder recovery due to having been previously unsuccessful with a “one size fits all” approach. I work with you to figure it out. I’m not a smile-and-nod, sit in silence type of therapist. I'll call you out on your BS, but I can do that in a way where we can both laugh. I'm not afraid to talk about anything you need to talk about. Intrusive thoughts? Feeling like you’re the only person to feel this way? You’d be surprised to find that you’re not alone. Therapy will provide a safe space to be yourself and a supportive environment to help meet you where you’re at and work towards creating lasting change in your life.

The first session involves us getting to know each other. I will ask general questions about your background so I can gain a better understanding of all the elements that can be playing a factor in your presenting problem. I also make sure to go over the informed consent and confidentiality. If it is your first time in session, I will also give you information on how therapy works, the differences between mental health professionals and how to make the most out of our sessions.

My name is Sabrina Valdivia. I am a marriage family therapist intern under the supervision of Scott Hall. I am also a wife and a mother of one toddler. I operate my practice through an Open Path member and I have a website that offers a variety of additional resources. I have a holistic approach to my therapy sessions in that I operate from a spiritual aspect while also operating under the scientific based methods. If you would like to work with me, sign up at this link openpathcollective.org/clinicians/sabrina-valdivia 

With my expertise and your unique experiences, together we can uncover the root causes of your struggles. Whether they stem from complex life changes, trauma, chemical imbalances or thought processes, I’m dedicated to helping you navigate them all. As a dual certified practitioner in both psychiatry/family medicine, I'm driven to serve a diverse community. Attention, Veterans! I understand the unique challenges you face, and I'm here to support you. For single parents / young professionals, I recognize the difficulties you encounter on a daily basis. To teenagers and college/grad students, I want you to know that you're not alone in your struggles. No matter who you are, suffering in silence is NOT the answer. I partner with clients to develop an individualized treatment plan utilizing an integrated approach to care. Working as a team, we develop mutually agreed upon treatment goals, engage in motivational client education, and discuss the benefits and or risks of various treatment options. After each session, It is my hope that clients will walk away feeling a sense of empowerment, like they were heard, their feelings were validated, and that they were actively involved in developing their treatment goals.

My Name is Lisa Johnson. I am dual-board certified as both a psychiatric and a family nurse practitioner, and I have over 10 years of experience. I provide a safe, non-judgement zone, collaborative environment where I offer medication management, and psychotherapy services. I partner with clients to help meet their unique needs. I am a great listener, I am very empathetic, and I believe in treating the "whole" person. I possess advanced training and certifications in therapy, ADHD, Trauma, military culture, functional medicine, bariatric evaluations, medically supervised weight loss and nutrition.

Your scheduled appointment is “your time”, whether it’s for a brief consultation due to an immediate need or a full clinical session. As a licensed clinician, the topics brought to the session will be evidence-based with supportive research outcomes. I will ask for your feedback to ensure we are on the same page, as this is a collaborative process

During my tenure as a therapist, I have helped individuals, couples, and families, find healing and understanding in difficult situations. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and I will be here to help you every step of the way. If you are ready to take that step, I’ll be ready to support you and empower you!

While conducting therapy sessions, I utilize a collaborative, evidence-based approach tailored to each client's unique challenges and problems. I strive to create a safe space for clients to uncover their potential and highlight their strengths to provide empathetic, holistic, and person-centered care.

Many of us struggle in silence to overcome the challenges we face, but you no longer have to face that battle alone. While the first step is acknowledging the change we need, it takes courage to recognize we need some guidance. It takes even more courage to initiate those first steps toward improving our lives. I specialize in providing therapeutic treatment for clients struggling with a wide variety of issues including, depression, anxiety, clients battling with issues related to sexuality, interpersonal relationship problems, suicidal ideation, and more.

This is your time so whatever you want to bring up is up to you. If you’re struggling to know what to talk about I may ask some questions to help you get started, but ultimately I let you take the lead. Our sessions will be very interactive with me asking follow-up questions or providing insight. 

Do you find yourself struggling to know who you are or what you want out of life? Maybe you are going through a big life transition that has left you feeling frazzled. Becoming an independent adult is difficult. With a specialization in working with college-students and young adults (20 & 30-somethings), I can help you gain more self-awareness and manage the stress that becoming an adult can cause. I focus on using relational psychodynamic psychotherapy to help you gain more self-awareness into who you are and how your relationships have impacted you so that you can become the person you want to be. I also incorporate elements of Cognitive behavioral therapy, problem-solving, and mindfulness. As a millennial I know how difficult it can be to start your life as an adult. There are so many unknowns and it can be difficult to know what path to take. It’s easy to feel stuck. But together we can work on whatever is holding you back so that you can move forward towards the life you want.