Why did you become a therapist, and what motivates you to continue?

As a helper, I am humbled and grateful to have been on this healing journey with others over many years and would love to share with you ideas for increasing happiness and creativity, as well re-discovering direction and peace.

You have been through so much and come so far! What keeps holding you back from experiencing all of the joy and calm you are seeking? There are protective parts of self that surface to move us through times of trauma and loss, social discord and injustice, economic and environmental crisis, and separation and isolation in our relationships...and these extremely valid coping responses might be contributing to more pain and keeping you from a full, authentic connection to all of your world. Awareness is a big step, yet also needs momentum and action to actualize and heal. Take your journey further. The time is now.

I wanted to become a therapist because I observed how great of an impact it had in my mom's life. It motivates me when people say "I feel so calm/happy lately."

Hello, My name is Justin Hughes and I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Idaho. I have been in the mental health field for over 9 years. I have been able to help people from ages 12 to 65 address mental health needs. I have helped people learn to address diagnosis and live full and health lives. I can help you too.

I became a therapist to help others to get through the toughest moments of their lives. I believe people can change and adapt to be their best selves. I continue to work with others because I enjoy watching people grow and heal.

I am a Licensed Profession Counselor with 10 years of experience. I graduated in 2013 from Lindenwood University with an MA in Professional Counseling. In 2018, I graduated from Maryland Global Campus with an MS in Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigations. My therapeutic orientation is a person-centered CBT approach. I approach therapy by focusing on the client’s strengths and assisting them in learning skills involving thoughts and behaviors that can be used to manage chronic and everyday concerns, even after they have completed therapy. I also have specialized training in Mindfulness and use this skill set with many of my clients. I have experience working with couples, families, children, stress-related concerns, anxiety, anger, and Autism Spectrum related issues. In addition, I have experience with survivors of trauma and abuse. I have experience working with patients with online compulsive behaviors related to pornography, gaming, and social media.

I believe that what makes me weird makes me wonderful, not wrong. Participating in different alternative lifestyle communities I have seen the frustration trying to find the therapist who is looking for you, understands what it means to be the different you are, and how that’s not the problem. I offer therapy programs as unique as you are.

I provide therapy for those who love differently. Life isn’t always easy feeling like a round peg person in a square hole world. Whether exploring ethical nonmonogamy in polyamory, swinging, kink, or your own sexual identity, not knowing what to expect can be scary. Experience in the ENM world does not always guarantee smooth sailing either. I can help you with your next steps forward to a vibrant, full, true-to-yourself life. Some people have just been polybombed, the love of their life seeming to say they’re not enough. Others, having taken the leap can’t seem to stop fighting. Feeling isolated, scared, tired, and like they're going to lose everything. Take a moment to imagine your life as it could be in a few months. You are in love, all over again. With your partner, a new partner, yourself, and how you live. Accepted for who you are, allowed to love in a way that feels natural, you are excited in your new life. I work WITH you to offer custom therapeutic approaches as wonderfully powerful and unique as you are. I got into being a therapist watching people I loved and cared about going to amazingly experienced therapists, then spending the entire first session teaching that therapist the basic vocabulary of their lives, or that the way they lived their life differently wasn’t the problem they were having, the anxiety or depression or what have you was. I felt my people, the fun and weird and hurt, needed a native understanding so I got to work.

I wanted to help other helpers not leave a job they loved like I did and I wanted people to know that it is okay to experience difficulties.

You are exhausted! You're not sleeping well, and you're drinking or eating more than you want. You’ve been on the front lines of this pandemic from the start. Our systems have failed you, and you’ve struggled with the lack of support and resources you need to be able to do your job well. Relationships with friends and loved ones are strained. You don’t even enjoy the things you used to, and you are questioning whether you even want to stay in this career. You’ve had enough! But you also worry about what your brothers and sisters on the job will think if you ask for help. My name is Regina, and I've been there. I will help you find tools to help you cope with the stresses of work and keep your relationships supportive. We will work together to reduce your anxiety and help you sleep at night again. Together, we will figure out how you can start loving your job again. With 24/7 scheduling, online therapy sessions, the option for shorter 25 minute sessions, and evening/weekend appointments, you can fit therapy into any schedule. Visit my website to schedule a free 15 minute video consultation or learn more about my services. Lets talk about how I can help you regain control of your life and start loving your career again.

I enjoy helping people make positive changes in their lives and gain self-acceptance. 

I specialize in the treatment of adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders, including anxiety, depression, and ADHD.

Like a lot of people, I knew that I needed support for years but never took action. I was in my mid-twenties when I tried therapy for the first time and experienced a transformational shift in the way I felt about myself and about my life as a whole. I believe everyone has the power within them to heal. It is tough work but it is much easier to do when you have the right support. I experienced it myself, and I feel driven to give back and be that support for others.

I believe that everyone has the power within them to create positive shifts in the way one experiences and expresses their emotions, in turn creating positive shifts and experiencing their world around them. My intention is to help you uncover your power. I have worked as an Art Therapist since 2009 in the mental health and substance abuse fields. Most recently, I have worked in an acute psychiatric hospital setting for the past 9yrs and have been in private practice for 5yrs. I am proud to have assisted 2 organizations in developing their first Art Therapy programs. In private practice I work mainly with adults who struggle with anxiety and/or depression. We practice mindfulness and somatic awareness skills together with art therapy to minimize the barriers that anxiety and depression create in my client's lives.

I became a therapist because I have always been passionate about supporting other people through the difficult times in their lives. I knew that I wanted to be able to make a career out of serving others, and my strengths lie in being able to talk and connect with people, so therapy was the best way to be able to do both. My clients' progress and small victories are what motivate me to continue this work.

Hello! My name is Nikki Schuster, and I am a Licensed Social Worker providing Telehealth therapy services to private pay clients located in Colorado. I have a Master's of Social Work degree from MSU Denver, and I am passionate about meeting my clients where they are at, highlighting their strengths, and collaborating to achieve any goals they may have. I utilized a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, based on each individual client's goals and needs. I specialize in family conflict, anxiety, and grief, and can also assist with depression, addiction, trauma, and chronic illness. I provide both individual ($110 per session) and couples ($125) therapy, and having a sliding scale available for those who need it. I am a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and a woman with a disability, and I pride myself on being a safe space for other marginalized individuals. Outside of work, I love to travel and create art.

I grew up with a chronic condition that caused a lot of physical pain. I also had several family members with similar autoimmune and pain conditions. I learned first hand and by watching my family members just how all-encompassing and overwhelming living with a chronic illness or chronic pain condition can be. I also learned that everyone handles it a little differently, and that for some people it can lead to a lot of sadness, worry, fear, depression, and feeling like other people "just don't get it". Unfortunately, there are not a lot of therapists who truly understand the way that living with an illness can impact your mental health and well-being AND who also understand that things like stress and worry can actually make it even harder to manage symptoms of pain and illness. I decided that I needed to do something about this- so I went to graduate school specifically to study Clinical Health Psychology and to learn scientifically backed ways to help support those with pain and illness. I now use both my personal connection and my professional knowledge to help others live their best lives possible.

I focus on helping people with chronic pain and chronic illness to regain control over their lives. Chronic pain and illness can take a major toll on the whole person- mood, relationships, work, sleep- the list goes on and on. When it starts to feel like pain or illness are impacting all parts of your life, it can lead to depression, sadness, worry, and loneliness; talking with a therapist who understands both the emotional and physical parts can help. In addition to my work with chronic pain and chronic illness, I also work with people going through the process of cancer treatment and recovery, as well as people with insomnia. I am a Board Certified Clinical Health Psychologist with years of experience helping those with medical conditions AND I myself live with a a chronic illness. My personal connection to this work is what makes me passionate about helping others dealing with pain and illness to live a full, meaningful life even with physical challenges.

I became a therapist because I value connection and service. Being able to support people through their challenges and witness their growth is deeply meaningful to me. Helping couples heal and strengthen their relationships not only impacts their lives, but also uplifts families and communities, making the world a little better for everyone.

Hi, I’m Jon-Paul Bird, a couples therapist with over 13 years of experience helping partners rebuild connection, improve communication, and navigate stress together. I combine Emotion Focused Therapy, mindfulness, CBT, and somatic approaches to create a safe, supportive space where couples can grow closer and strengthen their relationship.