Trauma Focused Therapists in Fort Wayne, IN
Do you lack motivation? Feel like you have lost your joy? Or struggle to let go of the past? These are common concerns that clients express who walk through my doors. What if you could feel like your best self again? Are you ready to have motivation and connection once more? You can make these changes. And I’ll join you along the journey!
Do you lack motivation? Feel like you have lost your joy? Or struggle to let go of the past? These are common concerns that clients express who walk through my doors. What if you could feel like your best self again? Are you ready to have motivation and connection once more? You can make these changes. And I’ll join you along the journey!
My therapy space is designed to help clients explore, notice, and align with their needs and values, through further processing of internal and external experiences. The ideal client is on a journey to better understand self, others, and the world around them. Maybe they have some past trauma impacting functioning, or maybe the current season feels really hard and overwhelming. We offer deep curiosity about what healing looks like moving forward in life. They are open to feedback and willing to trust the process and work to further understand what resources and tools might be open to helping them cultivate the life they want.
My therapy space is designed to help clients explore, notice, and align with their needs and values, through further processing of internal and external experiences. The ideal client is on a journey to better understand self, others, and the world around them. Maybe they have some past trauma impacting functioning, or maybe the current season feels really hard and overwhelming. We offer deep curiosity about what healing looks like moving forward in life. They are open to feedback and willing to trust the process and work to further understand what resources and tools might be open to helping them cultivate the life they want.
Instilling Hope Addiction Therapy
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, MA, LCAC
Verified Verified
Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (Online Only)
I'm dedicated to helping clients focus on meeting their five basic needs - love/belonging, survival, choice/independence, self-worth, and enjoyment - in the present moment. I approach therapy by supporting clients in developing fulfilling relationships and activities, which are crucial for long-term mental health and addiction recovery. My methods include reality therapy and other techniques to empower clients to take effective actions and bridge the gap between their ideal vision and reality.
I'm dedicated to helping clients focus on meeting their five basic needs - love/belonging, survival, choice/independence, self-worth, and enjoyment - in the present moment. I approach therapy by supporting clients in developing fulfilling relationships and activities, which are crucial for long-term mental health and addiction recovery. My methods include reality therapy and other techniques to empower clients to take effective actions and bridge the gap between their ideal vision and reality.
Bonnie Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Waitlist for new clients
Currently not accepting new clients! Please reach out if you’re interested in getting on my waitlist. — You've got your life together. People are always commenting, "How do you do it all?" But inside, you're slowly coming apart. You can't sleep because of the endless to-do list scrolling your mind. You know you need help because the idea of relaxing or getting control stresses you out more. I'm here to tell you not only is it okay to need help, but helping people uncover what's underneath that stress and find joy in life again is my jam.
Currently not accepting new clients! Please reach out if you’re interested in getting on my waitlist. — You've got your life together. People are always commenting, "How do you do it all?" But inside, you're slowly coming apart. You can't sleep because of the endless to-do list scrolling your mind. You know you need help because the idea of relaxing or getting control stresses you out more. I'm here to tell you not only is it okay to need help, but helping people uncover what's underneath that stress and find joy in life again is my jam.
Reaching out for help is an important step toward making positive change in your life. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative one where I help you help yourself along the path of change. I have been working in the mental health field since 2003 and work with children, adolescents, and adults. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy in a safe and nonjudgmental environment.
Reaching out for help is an important step toward making positive change in your life. I believe the therapeutic relationship is a collaborative one where I help you help yourself along the path of change. I have been working in the mental health field since 2003 and work with children, adolescents, and adults. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy in a safe and nonjudgmental environment.
Bridgette Williamson
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Waitlist for new clients
The first time I decided to go to therapy was pretty terrifying. I was tired of feeling down, having negative thoughts about myself, and feeling anxious all the time. I trusted a dear friend who had been to therapy who encouraged me to try it out, and I decided that things couldn’t get worse than it already was. So I reached out to a therapist. And I was scared to start. After being involved in my own healing journey, I found a passion to want to be a part of others’ lives in a similar way. I have healed in ways I honestly didn't know were possible, and I’m still on that journey today.
The first time I decided to go to therapy was pretty terrifying. I was tired of feeling down, having negative thoughts about myself, and feeling anxious all the time. I trusted a dear friend who had been to therapy who encouraged me to try it out, and I decided that things couldn’t get worse than it already was. So I reached out to a therapist. And I was scared to start. After being involved in my own healing journey, I found a passion to want to be a part of others’ lives in a similar way. I have healed in ways I honestly didn't know were possible, and I’m still on that journey today.
As a United States Navy veteran, I understand and connect with veterans however, I also work with adolescent and adult clients with a variety of mental health issues. I would like to work together to deepen your awareness and understanding of your needs, desires, and patterns of relating, so you may experience a more authentic and fulfilling life. It is my belief that emphasizing your positive traits and behaviors will promote growth, healing, and fulfillment within yourself.
As a United States Navy veteran, I understand and connect with veterans however, I also work with adolescent and adult clients with a variety of mental health issues. I would like to work together to deepen your awareness and understanding of your needs, desires, and patterns of relating, so you may experience a more authentic and fulfilling life. It is my belief that emphasizing your positive traits and behaviors will promote growth, healing, and fulfillment within yourself.
Do you feel disengaged or dissatisfied with life? Do you struggle with caring for yourself while taking care of others, pushing your needs to the side. Do you feel overwhelmed, wondering how long you can keep up with being the one who “keeps it all together.” Are you a high achiever who feels the weight of loneliness despite reaching remarkable milestones? These roles and cycles you find yourself in don’t have to be permanent. I want to help you find the harmony between career, roles and personal fulfillment. Therapy can bring a curiosity and personal practice that helps you feel grounded in a sense of self, agency and self-trust.
Do you feel disengaged or dissatisfied with life? Do you struggle with caring for yourself while taking care of others, pushing your needs to the side. Do you feel overwhelmed, wondering how long you can keep up with being the one who “keeps it all together.” Are you a high achiever who feels the weight of loneliness despite reaching remarkable milestones? These roles and cycles you find yourself in don’t have to be permanent. I want to help you find the harmony between career, roles and personal fulfillment. Therapy can bring a curiosity and personal practice that helps you feel grounded in a sense of self, agency and self-trust.
Living with life’s challenges feels like being on an emotional roller coaster you can't control. One day, you might wake up feeling on top of the world, full of energy and optimism, only to crash into a wave of sadness or irritability the next. These sudden shifts can make it hard to keep up with everyday life, affecting how you interact with friends, family, and colleagues. Simple tasks can become overwhelming, and it often feels like you're constantly trying to catch your breath. You can find yourself withdrawing from others or struggling to do things you used to enjoy. You experience trouble sleeping because your brain is “on”
Living with life’s challenges feels like being on an emotional roller coaster you can't control. One day, you might wake up feeling on top of the world, full of energy and optimism, only to crash into a wave of sadness or irritability the next. These sudden shifts can make it hard to keep up with everyday life, affecting how you interact with friends, family, and colleagues. Simple tasks can become overwhelming, and it often feels like you're constantly trying to catch your breath. You can find yourself withdrawing from others or struggling to do things you used to enjoy. You experience trouble sleeping because your brain is “on”
My clients say things like: "I'm exhausted trying to meet everyone's expectations." "I fear not being enough or making mistakes." "I'm struggling to find my place in the world." or "I'm uncertain about my identity and future." If this resonates with you, know you're not alone. I’d like to help you. Together, we'll work to navigate these challenges.
My clients say things like: "I'm exhausted trying to meet everyone's expectations." "I fear not being enough or making mistakes." "I'm struggling to find my place in the world." or "I'm uncertain about my identity and future." If this resonates with you, know you're not alone. I’d like to help you. Together, we'll work to navigate these challenges.
As a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS), I help adolescents and adults (gender and weight inclusive) who are struggling in their relationship with food, exercise/movement, and/or their body. This might include struggles to eat enough quantity or variety, overeating or emotional eating, cycles of over and undereating, and urges to "fix" what was eaten through compulsive exercise or other means. I also work with individuals who are healing through various traumas and overwhelming events, as well as other co-occurring struggles with eating concerns, such as anxiety, depression, and OCD, just to name a few.
As a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS), I help adolescents and adults (gender and weight inclusive) who are struggling in their relationship with food, exercise/movement, and/or their body. This might include struggles to eat enough quantity or variety, overeating or emotional eating, cycles of over and undereating, and urges to "fix" what was eaten through compulsive exercise or other means. I also work with individuals who are healing through various traumas and overwhelming events, as well as other co-occurring struggles with eating concerns, such as anxiety, depression, and OCD, just to name a few.
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Hi! Just by searching for the right person to assist you, your healing journey has begun! Asking for help is one of life’s many challenges that we face, and you have mastered this step. Life can pose a number of different challenges that sometimes we need help to walk through them and create a different pathway for ourselves; I am here to partner with you on your journey. Together we can explore your current needs or stressors, understand your responses to your current situation focusing on discovering your strengths, you can create new pathways that support you to respond in a way that eliminates the stress/anxiety/sadness.
Hi! Just by searching for the right person to assist you, your healing journey has begun! Asking for help is one of life’s many challenges that we face, and you have mastered this step. Life can pose a number of different challenges that sometimes we need help to walk through them and create a different pathway for ourselves; I am here to partner with you on your journey. Together we can explore your current needs or stressors, understand your responses to your current situation focusing on discovering your strengths, you can create new pathways that support you to respond in a way that eliminates the stress/anxiety/sadness.
Jordan Peterson Stephan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, MAOL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
Hello friends! I’m passionate in empowering individuals through providing a safe space of exploration, wonder, and curiosity to work through the adversities faced in pursuit of seeking joy and validation. I am client centered and incorporate positive psychology in sessions. It can be challenging to reach out for help and can feel a variety of ways. I hope to provide a secure space for people to feel heard and validated. When working with teens or children, I take a collaborative approach with the parents. It is so important to me to providing a safe nonjudgemental space.
Hello friends! I’m passionate in empowering individuals through providing a safe space of exploration, wonder, and curiosity to work through the adversities faced in pursuit of seeking joy and validation. I am client centered and incorporate positive psychology in sessions. It can be challenging to reach out for help and can feel a variety of ways. I hope to provide a secure space for people to feel heard and validated. When working with teens or children, I take a collaborative approach with the parents. It is so important to me to providing a safe nonjudgemental space.
We are so happy you're here! Deciding to pursue therapy can be overwhelming, but we are so proud of you for taking the first step. We are a group of Therapists that are passionate about working with children and families by walking alongside them in their healing journeys.
We are so happy you're here! Deciding to pursue therapy can be overwhelming, but we are so proud of you for taking the first step. We are a group of Therapists that are passionate about working with children and families by walking alongside them in their healing journeys.
I believe that I learn from each of my clients. I have found a passion for serving individuals that want to create awareness and begin healing from their past experiences. I encourage my clients to develop better relationships with themselves while creating hope for the future. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Gottman Couples Counseling. Shelby specializes in Trauma/PTSD, Grief & Loss, Anxiety, Depression, and Relationship Issues.
I believe that I learn from each of my clients. I have found a passion for serving individuals that want to create awareness and begin healing from their past experiences. I encourage my clients to develop better relationships with themselves while creating hope for the future. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Gottman Couples Counseling. Shelby specializes in Trauma/PTSD, Grief & Loss, Anxiety, Depression, and Relationship Issues.
I strongly believe in helping clients grow and heal the whole person. I focus on building on strengths to overcome stressors and struggles. I am on a journey with my clients to find Hope. I specialize in Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Self-Harm and Suicidal ideation, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Gender Identity, Phase of Life, and Substance Abuse/Addictions. I work with Individuals, Groups, and Families. I have been practicing since 2002 with and LCSW and LCAC. I have had experience in "couch" therapy, residential therapy, school counseling, consulting and supervising, as well as and coaching.
I strongly believe in helping clients grow and heal the whole person. I focus on building on strengths to overcome stressors and struggles. I am on a journey with my clients to find Hope. I specialize in Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Self-Harm and Suicidal ideation, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Gender Identity, Phase of Life, and Substance Abuse/Addictions. I work with Individuals, Groups, and Families. I have been practicing since 2002 with and LCSW and LCAC. I have had experience in "couch" therapy, residential therapy, school counseling, consulting and supervising, as well as and coaching.
Do you have the feeling that you aren't participating fully in life? Do you want to begin a journey of self exploration but aren't sure how? There are times when it is difficult to navigate our journey and a helping hand is needed. I will walk with you to resolve barriers to well-being caused by trauma, mood issues, grief and personal stressors. When working together, you will be given a secure emotional space in which to explore and work on life issues which are important to you. It is time to take the opportunity to spend much needed time being curious about yourself. Get excited, the first step is just around the corner!
Do you have the feeling that you aren't participating fully in life? Do you want to begin a journey of self exploration but aren't sure how? There are times when it is difficult to navigate our journey and a helping hand is needed. I will walk with you to resolve barriers to well-being caused by trauma, mood issues, grief and personal stressors. When working together, you will be given a secure emotional space in which to explore and work on life issues which are important to you. It is time to take the opportunity to spend much needed time being curious about yourself. Get excited, the first step is just around the corner!
Phyllis Schreiner-Tata
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCAC, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Let me meet you where you’re at. I’m here to listen to you and collaborate with you through life’s difficulties. Meaning and purpose can be found in the brokenness of life.
Let me meet you where you’re at. I’m here to listen to you and collaborate with you through life’s difficulties. Meaning and purpose can be found in the brokenness of life.
Welcome to Wildflower Counseling LLC, I am happy you are here. I have learned both professionally and personally that life will continue to happen; the good, the bad, and the mundane. I also know that our experiences do not stop and while we focus so much on these experiences, we forget that it is not always about what happens but what we do or how we think about them. I also know how challenging it can be to walk through life's turmoils and the symptoms created that can take a toll on not only the mind but the body. My goal for client's is to feel more in control, shift perspectives, and release burdens to find healing.
Welcome to Wildflower Counseling LLC, I am happy you are here. I have learned both professionally and personally that life will continue to happen; the good, the bad, and the mundane. I also know that our experiences do not stop and while we focus so much on these experiences, we forget that it is not always about what happens but what we do or how we think about them. I also know how challenging it can be to walk through life's turmoils and the symptoms created that can take a toll on not only the mind but the body. My goal for client's is to feel more in control, shift perspectives, and release burdens to find healing.
Therapy is an opportunity for change. Our daily lives offer many different challenges, and these often hinder our opportunity for self-betterment. When assistance and guidance is needed to work through these challenges, and achieve change for the better, I am here to offer subjective and professional support. I offer a safe and inclusive experience for individuals of all backgrounds. Together, we will trust the therapeutic process, and work towards the change and goals we set forth to achieve.
Therapy is an opportunity for change. Our daily lives offer many different challenges, and these often hinder our opportunity for self-betterment. When assistance and guidance is needed to work through these challenges, and achieve change for the better, I am here to offer subjective and professional support. I offer a safe and inclusive experience for individuals of all backgrounds. Together, we will trust the therapeutic process, and work towards the change and goals we set forth to achieve.
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