Therapists in Fort Wayne, IN

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.

Jay offers private psychotherapy at a rate of $80 per hour. This can be in person or virtual. He is also working with Dr. Spencer Booth, PsyD, HSPP to provide timely compassionate assessment for ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety disorders, depressive disorder, and more. He specializes in assessment, cognitive behavioral therapy and task-centered therapy addressing anxiety, depression, and maladaptive behaviors, including addictions. Jay utilizes art-based interventions designed to help clients connect with their creative selves. Jay is a welcoming, affirming therapist for LGBTQ clients.

As a person-centered therapist, my goal is to work with clients to allow them to find their own potential to help themselves through whatever challenges they face. My passion is working primarily with children, teens, and young adults as they transition through life and encounter various struggles. My objective is never to tell clients what to do, only to assist them in finding their way to inspire independence and autonomy.

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”

The Coronavirus has drastically disrupted all of our lives. Teletherapy is the method I am now using to stay connected to current and new patients. Depression, anxiety, anger, and behavior problems can happen to anyone, especially during this time of social distancing, uncertainty, and fear. Emotional support and understanding can reduce stress and guide you to new sense of normal. Healthcare workers, essential workers, parents, individuals, couples, and children can get guidance and treatment now.

I work from a strength-based, holistic perspective, integrating the effects of both internal and external life stressors on one's ability to function and thrive. My approach is collaborative, respecting the dignity and input of each client. I provide tools and techniques to help you overcome challenges, leverage personal strengths, and enhance your ability to navigate life more effectively. Therapy sessions are customized to meet your unique needs, focusing not only on managing and reducing mental health issues but also on enhancing overall well-being.

Hi. My name is Amanda Jo! I'm honored you've taken the opportunity to read a little bit about me in order to determine if we might be a good fit to walk a part of life's journey together! I have over ten years of experience working in the field of mental health. I completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology at Saint Leo University and obtained my Masters in Social Work from Indiana University. I served in the United States Army and am acutely aware of the mental health and family issues specifically related to deployments as well as pre and post service.

I believe counseling can be a lot of different things. Sometimes it's about keeping someone company while they're going through a hard time. Sometimes it's processing events from the past or maybe dealing with events that are happening right now. It can also be learning a new skill or different ways to cope. Together, we can decide what you need and work at your pace to address what you feel is the most important. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor in Indiana.

A client who desires to accept partnership and engage in being open to change is the most ideal client. I prefer to work with adults and older adolescents struggling with addictions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and trauma. I have a vast amount of experience working in the field of trauma. Due to my experience working in community mental health, I also work well with those with intense mental health and substance abuse treatment needs. I have worked both inpatient and outpatient experiences, resulting in my flexibility to help stabilize in a crisis and to work with individuals at any level.

We offer in-person & tele-health across the lifespan from toddlers to seniors. We offer family, individual, & couples' counseling. We believe the decision to seek therapy is a courageous step. Although the initial decision can be frightening and stressful, it's our intention to instill hope, foster growth and cultivate healing in your life. The most important aspect to your choice in finding the right counselor is your ability to feel emotionally safe and vulnerable in session. Feeling heard, connected, and validated in a non-judgemental environment is the best predictor to having a successful counseling experience.

Dr. Williams is a licensed clinical and assessment psychologist providing individual and family therapy, forensic and diagnostic assessment, and professional life coaching. She helps her clients improve self understanding and coping skills, strengthen self-esteem, and overcome obstacles that interfere with optimal well being.

Prior to serving others’ in the field of Addictions/Substance Use and Mental Health issues, I served in the role of a Registered Nurse for multiple years. I received my BSN from Indiana University in 2002. I also served for The United States Air Force as an ICU nurse, and I am a proud Veteran of our country! Through my life journey and prayer, I decided to serve in the role of an Addictions/Mental Health therapist. I graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2017, with my M.A. in Licensed Clinical Addictions Counseling. I completed my Post-Masters in Licensed Mental Health Counseling in 2022, at IWU.

My ideal client may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relational difficulties, seeking support to navigate life's challenges with resilience and hope. They may be looking for a safe space to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences, and to develop coping strategies that align with their values and goals. Ultimately, they desire to find healing, meaning, and purpose in their journey, and to cultivate a sense of empowerment and well-being in their lives.

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 struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. We believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life.

I have provided counseling and therapy services to families, children, adolescents, and adults for over twenty years. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and EMDR. You want to feel better, and I can help you take those needed steps. I am licensed in Indiana and Ohio.

Are there areas of your life that feel unfinished or incomplete? Are you struggling with past experiences that affect you in your present life? Maybe you’ve lost sight of who you are and who you want to be? Maybe your true self is having a hard time shining through your anxiousness, depression, grief, and fears? Humanistic practices can open us up to experiential moments in therapy, helping us to identify internal feeling and messages we tell ourselves and provide space to shine again.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is EMDR trained treating individuals, couples, and families. Through a family systems perspective, I believe families are unique and complex, consisting of dynamics and constructs specific to their overall functionality. In counseling I work to set a specialized and unique treatment plan catered to the needs of each individual/family to achieve their goals. Treatment is skills-based, which means clients and families learn helpful techniques and skills in therapy to apply to their daily lives to become a healthier version of themselves and reach their full potential.

Dealing with the aftermath of trauma and the struggles of mental health can feel heavy. It may feel as though you are completely alone in dealing with the difficulties in your life, but it does not have to feel this way. I work with teenagers and adults who all too often feel alone and hopeless and may have adopted unhealthy ways of coping through substance use or other self-destructive behaviors as a result. I use a strengths-based, person centered, humanistic approach and have been trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Taking the first step to address your trauma and mental health is scary, but I can help.