EMDR Therapists in Huntsville, AL

I believe in meeting a person where they are and standing by them while they determine where they want to be and how to get there. I have worked with adoptive and birth families, children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience with issues related to anxiety, aging, chronic illness, family of origin, and trauma. I believe in building a person up by helping them recognize their strengths and inner resources. It is a privilege to witness and take part in a person's transformation. My goal is to assist however possible and celebrate every success along the path of change.

Do you feel disconnected from yourself, your family, or your marriage? Do you experience significant discord at home? Are your children acting out behaviorally? Do you feel hopeless or helpless to change your situation? If so, you may need to re-Connect. At Connect Relational Counseling, we will explore themes of self-awareness, relationship, and true intimacy. I believe life is about connection. If you are feeling broken, come on in and re-Connect.

When life becomes overwhelmingly difficult, we benefit from having someone to walk beside us, listening and supporting, as we journey through the pain. I have ten years of experience providing a broad range of one-on-one therapy, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction recovery counseling. Within these areas are often other emotional and behavioral issues--ADHD, self-esteem, spirituality, and sexuality. I’m gratified by working with clients from all walks of life and apply an Internal Family Systems approach that focuses on moving clients away from self-medicating and escapism into more productive lifestyles.

My ideal client is someone who is motivated to improve their life in some way. My passion is working with adolescents and young adults who are experiencing increased depression, anxiety, and trouble in relationships due to the many life changes they are experiencing because of their age. I believe that this demographic experiences changes and new issues almost daily, and it is important for them to feel like they have someone to guide them through these changes and gain more stability in their lives.

Adopting or fostering comes with many challenges. Families go into it excited about the child they will love and care for, and it is common to experience many challenges in loving a child from a hard place. Children placed for adoption or in foster care have experienced a great deal of loss. This leaves them dealing with pain on a deep level. Families often feel guilty or like they haven't been good parents if their child experiences attachment difficulties. But the truth is that it would be weird if they didn't based on their life experiences. These issues are complex and multi-layered, often involving the entire family system.

It takes courage to reach out and I am here to support and empower you. I want to help clients feel more affirmed, heard, and I want to provide a safe and open space to discuss issues. I hope clients leave feeling more encouraged, motivated, and relieved to take on life's issues.

How can I help you? Ask yourself things like “am I feeling stuck?”, “is trauma interfering with my relationships, work, or general well-being?”, “how often am I excited to wake in the morning?”, and “do I want more personal growth and healing?”.

Everyone experiences challenges at times for various reasons as we navigate life. It is my belief that therapy can be an effective tool to help individuals process and improve areas which may be preventing them from living life to the fullest potential. I strive to meet clients where they are at in their journey of self-exploration. It is not my role to solve problems, rather empower clients to gain insight and use strengths to overcome life’s challenges. In a collaborative environment where clients feel seen, heard, and understood, they can truly gain insight and learn skills in which to thrive.

My ideal client is someone bravely, navigating anxiety, self-doubt, or past traumas hindering their growth. They seek coping mechanisms, healing, and resilience. Their goal is not just overcoming challenges but thriving emotionally and mentally. They crave confidence, healthier relationships, and self-acceptance. Yearning for purpose, joy, and connections, they desire a fulfilling life, free from past burdens. I guide them, offering tools and understanding, supporting their transformative journey.

You've just found out your partner has betrayed you and you feel shocked and heartbroken. Research and reading countless articles and books to try and make sense out of it hasn’t worked and you're still hurting. It’s lonely and feels hopeless. You see your friends and wonder if you are the only one that's been betrayed. On the outside, no one would ever know, but on the inside, you fear your relationship never be the same and it has to be something you learn to accept. The frustrating part is that you had no idea and were completely blindsided. You thought you knew who your partner is, but now you're questioning everything.

If you've been wanting to work on yourself in a focused way, to process deep emotions, memories, or other stuck points, I would love to set up a time to explore how we can work together! I specialize in experiential and intensive therapy work, consultation about alternative and emerging therapies, and short-term talk therapy (approximately 1-12 sessions). While this approach differs from traditional, long-term talk therapy, my hope is that we can focus our time together to address your goals in a unique and constructive way.

Relationships are essential to our well-being. When you are experiencing difficulties in your relationship, it can disrupt several areas of your life. You may be facing betrayal, infidelity, sexual issues, or you may even be considering divorce. During this painful time, you need to know that hope and healing is possible.

Having to face the daily challenges and exhaustion of life can wear a person out. Dealing with constant worry and struggles can feel like an uphill battle. You often wonder if you will ever overcome the past. You feel like no one understands what you've been through. You wish someone would not just hear you but actually stop to listen without questioning your experience or your mood. You’re tired of feeling isolated and alone while struggling with guilt, shame, and anger. You’re tired of having nightmares, sleepless nights, and intrusive thoughts which replay over and over in your mind. All you want is the pain to stop.