Family Therapy in Indianapolis, IN
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William Robert Steele
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46250
I provide services for individual adults and children, couples and family therapy, parent-child therapy.
Most of our life’s challenges involve relationships. The ability to develop and maintain healthy relationships is an indication of psychological health. This is true in personal relationships as well as professional relationships. But as we all know relationships are complicated and often confusing. In our current climate we rely more and more on our devices to be the means in which we communicate. As a result we encounter more conflict with decreasing levels of satisfaction and fulfillment. We also are noticing decreased levels of social comfort. In general, life is significantly more complicated. I’m here to help guide you.
I provide services for individual adults and children, couples and family therapy, parent-child therapy.
Most of our life’s challenges involve relationships. The ability to develop and maintain healthy relationships is an indication of psychological health. This is true in personal relationships as well as professional relationships. But as we all know relationships are complicated and often confusing. In our current climate we rely more and more on our devices to be the means in which we communicate. As a result we encounter more conflict with decreasing levels of satisfaction and fulfillment. We also are noticing decreased levels of social comfort. In general, life is significantly more complicated. I’m here to help guide you.
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Susie Ross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46216
I have 20 plus years' experience providing mental health therapy for a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, personality disorders, grief and loss, stages of life events, family relations and marriage counseling.
It is my belief that mental health is an important part of our overall health. I strive to create a judgement free environment where you can feel free and at ease talking about any issues, concerns or goals you have. I will meet you where you are, believing each of you are the expert of your own life.
I have 20 plus years' experience providing mental health therapy for a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, personality disorders, grief and loss, stages of life events, family relations and marriage counseling.
It is my belief that mental health is an important part of our overall health. I strive to create a judgement free environment where you can feel free and at ease talking about any issues, concerns or goals you have. I will meet you where you are, believing each of you are the expert of your own life.
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Jessica Bright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46220 (Online Only)
I am dedicated to providing high-quality care and helping individuals build resilience, develop coping skills, and improve their overall wellness of offer sessions to adults as family systems therapy for parents and a.
I would be proud to join you in your healing journey to assist you in developing more clarity and insight to take with you into your future endeavors. Let’s work together to build on your strengths to dive into the root of the troubles that you are experiencing whether it is regarding past or current trauma, substance use or addiction, mood disorders, parenting, or just seeking to enhance the quality of your life. I am passionate about helping individuals and families to navigate their mental health challenges to achieve an overall sense of health and well-being.
I am dedicated to providing high-quality care and helping individuals build resilience, develop coping skills, and improve their overall wellness of offer sessions to adults as family systems therapy for parents and a.
I would be proud to join you in your healing journey to assist you in developing more clarity and insight to take with you into your future endeavors. Let’s work together to build on your strengths to dive into the root of the troubles that you are experiencing whether it is regarding past or current trauma, substance use or addiction, mood disorders, parenting, or just seeking to enhance the quality of your life. I am passionate about helping individuals and families to navigate their mental health challenges to achieve an overall sense of health and well-being.
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Lindsey Collett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46240
Hi! My name is Lindsey Collett and I have been a practicing social worker for 4 years. I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, grief, substance use, family/relationship challenges, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions. I support individuals to reach their therapeutic goals, create behavior change based on personal values, and manage their symptoms.
Hi! My name is Lindsey Collett and I have been a practicing social worker for 4 years. I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, grief, substance use, family/relationship challenges, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions. I support individuals to reach their therapeutic goals, create behavior change based on personal values, and manage their symptoms.
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Enlighten Healing
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Seeking transformation and support? My name is Annita Coburn, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Enlighten Healing. With 6+ years of experience, my holistic approach blends ACT, CBT, mindfulness, and positive psychology. As a minority, veteran, and woman, I celebrate diversity. Let's work together to overcome challenges, foster relationships, and lead a purposeful life. Contact me to start your journey.
Seeking transformation and support? My name is Annita Coburn, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Enlighten Healing. With 6+ years of experience, my holistic approach blends ACT, CBT, mindfulness, and positive psychology. As a minority, veteran, and woman, I celebrate diversity. Let's work together to overcome challenges, foster relationships, and lead a purposeful life. Contact me to start your journey.
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Amanda is a licensed marriage and family therapist.
Do you find yourself feeling stuck in your relationship? Or feeling like perhaps you made the "wrong choice" in your partner? Amanda works with couples considering divorce, relationship issues, and family conflict. Additionally, Amanda works with teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and more. She has experience in working with culturally diverse families. More specifically, she often works with Spanish-speaking families. She has also enjoyed her experience in working with military families in the past.
Amanda is a licensed marriage and family therapist.
Do you find yourself feeling stuck in your relationship? Or feeling like perhaps you made the "wrong choice" in your partner? Amanda works with couples considering divorce, relationship issues, and family conflict. Additionally, Amanda works with teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, and more. She has experience in working with culturally diverse families. More specifically, she often works with Spanish-speaking families. She has also enjoyed her experience in working with military families in the past.
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Yameen Chestnut
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Consistent with several views expressed within the field of Positive Psychology, I believe in focusing on an individual's strengths and virtues to help individuals and families thrive. In addition to this approach, my collaborative, non-pathologizing style utilizes the inherent virtues of growth and change within individuals and families, allowing for a deeper understanding of each client's unique processes and functions, setting the stage for clients to develop self-agency and become the experts in their family system. Visit Amazon.com for my recent book on Relationships "The Games Boys Play".
Consistent with several views expressed within the field of Positive Psychology, I believe in focusing on an individual's strengths and virtues to help individuals and families thrive. In addition to this approach, my collaborative, non-pathologizing style utilizes the inherent virtues of growth and change within individuals and families, allowing for a deeper understanding of each client's unique processes and functions, setting the stage for clients to develop self-agency and become the experts in their family system. Visit Amazon.com for my recent book on Relationships "The Games Boys Play".
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Sara Pendleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46227 (Online Only)
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Indiana with 15 years of professional work experience. I am experienced in working with clients experiencing stress and anxiety, family conflicts, self-esteem, relationship conflicts, family of origin issues, grief and loss and concerns with motivation and confidence. I am well versed in working with young adults, individuals, couples and parents.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Indiana with 15 years of professional work experience. I am experienced in working with clients experiencing stress and anxiety, family conflicts, self-esteem, relationship conflicts, family of origin issues, grief and loss and concerns with motivation and confidence. I am well versed in working with young adults, individuals, couples and parents.
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I've been working with individuals, children and families to help heal and transform lives for more than 26 years. With patience and commitment, I guide children through trauma, attachment issues, emotional, and behavioral difficulties. Adults benefit from parenting, family, and relationship therapy as well as treatment for depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I am a in the process of certification for EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) Therapy and am trained in the Recent Traumatic Episode Protocol using EMDR.
I've been working with individuals, children and families to help heal and transform lives for more than 26 years. With patience and commitment, I guide children through trauma, attachment issues, emotional, and behavioral difficulties. Adults benefit from parenting, family, and relationship therapy as well as treatment for depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I am a in the process of certification for EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) Therapy and am trained in the Recent Traumatic Episode Protocol using EMDR.
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Compassion Helplines,Inc dba BetterLiving Min Inc.
Pastoral Counselor, PhD , NCCA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46256 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My passion is working to stabilize the family unit and working with women and girls assisting them in overcoming their crises and reaching their full potential.
Dr. Joyce L. [Brock] Griffith is the president of COMPASSION HELPLINES, Inc. a Faith-based Counseling Center serving the community since 1994. Our Motto: “We are reaching the C.O.R.E of the individual’s problems with biblical solutions through Counseling, Outreach, Referrals, and Education. Our mission is to support family life from a Christian perspective through all of its phases. Our vision is to minister to individuals, families, and groups in need of Christian/biblical counseling as a result of experiencing anxiety, depression, self-doubt, grief & loss, and other emotional issues as they face life's challenges.
My passion is working to stabilize the family unit and working with women and girls assisting them in overcoming their crises and reaching their full potential.
Dr. Joyce L. [Brock] Griffith is the president of COMPASSION HELPLINES, Inc. a Faith-based Counseling Center serving the community since 1994. Our Motto: “We are reaching the C.O.R.E of the individual’s problems with biblical solutions through Counseling, Outreach, Referrals, and Education. Our mission is to support family life from a Christian perspective through all of its phases. Our vision is to minister to individuals, families, and groups in need of Christian/biblical counseling as a result of experiencing anxiety, depression, self-doubt, grief & loss, and other emotional issues as they face life's challenges.
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Jennifer Huerta Mindful Living Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46236
I offer individual, couples, and family therapy as well as substance use evaluations and help explore a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, self-esteem, relationship concerns, and addictions.
Are you feeling stuck, trapped, overwhelmed, or exhausted? Do you find yourself escaping the stress of life in your phone, in your work, in caring for others, or in drugs or alcohol? Or are you impacted by a loved one's addiction? I provide a safe space to make sense of your story and clarify your goals for healing from past hurts and habits. I enjoy helping family and friends understand mental health symptoms and recovery so they can best support their loved ones and heal from pain themselves.
I offer individual, couples, and family therapy as well as substance use evaluations and help explore a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, self-esteem, relationship concerns, and addictions.
Are you feeling stuck, trapped, overwhelmed, or exhausted? Do you find yourself escaping the stress of life in your phone, in your work, in caring for others, or in drugs or alcohol? Or are you impacted by a loved one's addiction? I provide a safe space to make sense of your story and clarify your goals for healing from past hurts and habits. I enjoy helping family and friends understand mental health symptoms and recovery so they can best support their loved ones and heal from pain themselves.
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Addison D. Ahrendts
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46203
Waitlist for new clients
Struggling with school, managing relationships with family, friends, and that first crush, and feelings never experienced before- all at the same time! Being a teen is tough.
ATTENTION PARENTS WHOSE CHILD IS STRUGGLING WITH DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, OR INTERPERSONAL ISSUES (AT SCHOOL OR AT HOME): You have a teenager who needs someone to talk to, but you aren’t sure who they will feel comfortable with. When your child shares their challenging experiences, you want someone who can RELATE. You’re looking for someone who has lived what your child is facing, and who MADE IT THROUGH. Someone who has a shared understanding of the struggles of being a teen, someone who can provide support and empathy, and someone who has already learned to manage and conquer what your adolescent is feeling.
Struggling with school, managing relationships with family, friends, and that first crush, and feelings never experienced before- all at the same time! Being a teen is tough.
ATTENTION PARENTS WHOSE CHILD IS STRUGGLING WITH DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, OR INTERPERSONAL ISSUES (AT SCHOOL OR AT HOME): You have a teenager who needs someone to talk to, but you aren’t sure who they will feel comfortable with. When your child shares their challenging experiences, you want someone who can RELATE. You’re looking for someone who has lived what your child is facing, and who MADE IT THROUGH. Someone who has a shared understanding of the struggles of being a teen, someone who can provide support and empathy, and someone who has already learned to manage and conquer what your adolescent is feeling.
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I am a Marriage and Family Therapist in Indianapolis, IN. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I also enjoy pre-marital counseling to assist couples in preparing for a long and joyful marriage. I also enjoy working with Senior Citizens to help them navigate through this phase of their lives.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist in Indianapolis, IN. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I also enjoy pre-marital counseling to assist couples in preparing for a long and joyful marriage. I also enjoy working with Senior Citizens to help them navigate through this phase of their lives.
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For over 20 years I have worked with a wide variety of clients. I specialize in insight oriented work with individuals, including dream work, offering weekly therapy as well relational psychoanalysis. As a licensed Mental Health Counselor (IN), Diplomate in the American Association of Pastoral Counselors and an American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Supervisor I provide individual, couple, family and group therapy, and supervision. My specialties include dream work and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
For over 20 years I have worked with a wide variety of clients. I specialize in insight oriented work with individuals, including dream work, offering weekly therapy as well relational psychoanalysis. As a licensed Mental Health Counselor (IN), Diplomate in the American Association of Pastoral Counselors and an American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Supervisor I provide individual, couple, family and group therapy, and supervision. My specialties include dream work and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
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Ross is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and behavior consultant specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). He has a clinical focus on trauma/PTSD, mood disorders, behavioral management, navigating psychosis, teen/adolescent issues, family systems, and relationship issues. Ross is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). He utilizes EMDR (Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), as well as somatic therapies for trauma and anxiety.
Ross is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and behavior consultant specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). He has a clinical focus on trauma/PTSD, mood disorders, behavioral management, navigating psychosis, teen/adolescent issues, family systems, and relationship issues. Ross is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). He utilizes EMDR (Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), as well as somatic therapies for trauma and anxiety.
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Shelley Spencer-Hellmich
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCAC, CADACIV, CDVC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46240 (Online Only)
"I work with adults, children and adolescents. I often work with relationship, marital and family issues. I help couples with communication issues and provide ideas to work on outside of the session. Children often see me for stress management techniques to utilize at school and home; and I teach them techniques to help increase focus and concentration."
"I work with adults, children and adolescents. I often work with relationship, marital and family issues. I help couples with communication issues and provide ideas to work on outside of the session. Children often see me for stress management techniques to utilize at school and home; and I teach them techniques to help increase focus and concentration."
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I work best with folks who are seeking practical effective solutions to their personal, family or relationships problems and who would like to see results as quickly as possible. They are open to learning new ways of thinking about their problems and are receptive to new approaches. You can generally count on leaving your first session confident that I understand the problems you have presented and have clear formulations and concrete solutions to offer. Half of my cases are closed in under six sessions, most with good and lasting results.
I work best with folks who are seeking practical effective solutions to their personal, family or relationships problems and who would like to see results as quickly as possible. They are open to learning new ways of thinking about their problems and are receptive to new approaches. You can generally count on leaving your first session confident that I understand the problems you have presented and have clear formulations and concrete solutions to offer. Half of my cases are closed in under six sessions, most with good and lasting results.
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It is much easier for you to contact me with any questions/concerns you may have so we can discuss the best services for you and your family.
Life gets hard, Life gets difficult, and at times, you may feel like everything you're doing is wrong. I am here to tell you that we all have our times where we feel this way and YOU CAN and WILL get through it. I am a mental & behavioral health provider and life coach with an extensive background in domestic violence, depression, anxiety, sexually abusive youth, play therapy, and much more. My focus is to provide services to families and individuals of all ages, from various communities who have found life's challenges to be overwhelming. UYS Hotline is available for 45-minute flat rate consultation 317-440-1696/no commitment.
It is much easier for you to contact me with any questions/concerns you may have so we can discuss the best services for you and your family.
Life gets hard, Life gets difficult, and at times, you may feel like everything you're doing is wrong. I am here to tell you that we all have our times where we feel this way and YOU CAN and WILL get through it. I am a mental & behavioral health provider and life coach with an extensive background in domestic violence, depression, anxiety, sexually abusive youth, play therapy, and much more. My focus is to provide services to families and individuals of all ages, from various communities who have found life's challenges to be overwhelming. UYS Hotline is available for 45-minute flat rate consultation 317-440-1696/no commitment.
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I am a member of AAMFT, IAMFT, and the Delta Kappa Marriage & Family Therapy International Honor Society.
I believe in creating an open and non-judgmental space where clients can feel safe to unpack and share their stories, find ways to cope with stresses, and navigate life’s challenges. I see individuals, couples, and families of all ages. My approach is a client-centered, creative, and collaborative process that incorporates elements of mind- body-spirit to promote full-person wellbeing. I work with my clients to develop a unique treatment plan to best fit their individual situations and needs.
I am a member of AAMFT, IAMFT, and the Delta Kappa Marriage & Family Therapy International Honor Society.
I believe in creating an open and non-judgmental space where clients can feel safe to unpack and share their stories, find ways to cope with stresses, and navigate life’s challenges. I see individuals, couples, and families of all ages. My approach is a client-centered, creative, and collaborative process that incorporates elements of mind- body-spirit to promote full-person wellbeing. I work with my clients to develop a unique treatment plan to best fit their individual situations and needs.
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Malisa Komolthiti
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46201 (Online Only)
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist and Marriage and Family Therapist, happily serving clients in Indiana and Florida. My areas of practice are· Anxiety · Depression· Stress · Divorce ·Marital/Pre-marital ·Parenting ·Couple/Family Conflict· Learning Disabilities · LGBTQIA+ · Life Coaching ·Mood Disorders · Panic Attacks · Peer Relationships · Behavioral Issues · Career Counseling · Codependency · Coping Skills. I support the unique journeys of adults, children, teens, and parents. I accept insurance.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist and Marriage and Family Therapist, happily serving clients in Indiana and Florida. My areas of practice are· Anxiety · Depression· Stress · Divorce ·Marital/Pre-marital ·Parenting ·Couple/Family Conflict· Learning Disabilities · LGBTQIA+ · Life Coaching ·Mood Disorders · Panic Attacks · Peer Relationships · Behavioral Issues · Career Counseling · Codependency · Coping Skills. I support the unique journeys of adults, children, teens, and parents. I accept insurance.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.