Therapists in Indianapolis, IN

I work with children ages 3 and up and their caregivers at a private practice specializing in play therapy, under the supervision of a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. My training includes group therapy, sandtray therapy, and restorative practices. My background involves supporting youth who struggle with various challenges. I particularly enjoy working with Queer and Neurodivergent youth. The concerns I often address with clients include anxiety, depression, peer relationships, self-esteem, ADHD, gender identity, gender expression, effective communication, and family conflict.

We all experience emotional ups and downs from time to time caused by events in our lives or even a recent diagnosis. I specialize in assisting those who suffer from depression, anxiety and addiction. Your symptoms may be triggered by job loss, relational problems, trauma, divorce or even loss of a love one. Your symptoms may effect your relationships with your family, friends, classmates or co-workers.

I am licensed in Indiana with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts & trauma and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

My approach as a board certified art therapist is to use creative and sensory exploration to navigate deeper feelings when words are difficult to articulate. Art therapy is ageless; any age can benefit with no artistic skill required! Some challenges I help children process through include: anxiety, trauma, ADHD, school related issues, and divorce. I also offer the option of traditional talk therapy to work through parenting, pregnancy, anxiety, depression, and life changes. Parents talk through discipline, bonding, anger, and building trust with their kids. Tele-therapy is also available for Indiana and Illinois residents.

Are you the parent or guardian of a child, adolescent, or teen struggling to cope? Perhaps your child has experienced trauma, perhaps your family is going through a divorce or death, perhaps you have concerns about suicide or self-injury. Maybe you can just feel it in your gut that something is wrong. You worry that their struggle will escalate but it's been hard to connect with them lately and you feel unsure about the best way to help. You want the best for your child and know that finding them professional support is your best bet at helping them—and you! —navigate this struggle.

I offer a warm, relational, and person centered approach to people struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, perinatal mood disorders (postpartum), trauma/ptsd, family concerns, and other mental and emotional health concerns. I have worked across the lifespan throughout my career, but currently see a lot of young to middle aged adults.

It takes courage to make that first phone call to establish a therapy session and it takes even more courage to meet that therapist being vulnerable in discussing your concerns in this life. My goal when I meet every client is to support them in discovering how to make this life worth living. Many individuals go through life just coasting day by day trying to get by minute by minute. While I can not give you a magical solution to take care of all of life's problems, I can be there for you, listen to you and guide you towards living the best life you can live for you and your family.

Do you feel stuck? Are you living your best life? Whether it is current or past situations, relationships, or challenges that impact your daily living, therapy can help. I welcome you to a space that is safe, nonjudgmental, and confidential to address your concerns. Providing a service where trust, respect, and empathy are a priority. I have a passion for meeting people where they are and working towards identifying the root, patterns, and behavior that may hinder them from enjoying their best life. I commend you for taking the first step in gaining insight and clarity regarding issues that are close to your heart.

I am passionate about working with humans who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community, or are interested in exploring their gender or sexuality. Other common themes for the type of work I do with clients includes: processing life changes, coping with depression/anxiety, self esteem, and healthy boundaries with others. I have worked with children for many years in non-social-work settings, and was also mentored by a Play Therapist during my internship for my Master’s degree. I am open to working with children, teens, and adults.

Welcome! As a therapist, I specialize in working with individuals who are ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, I'm here to offer support and guidance. My ideal clients are open-minded individuals who are eager to explore their emotions and patterns of behavior. They are committed to making positive changes in their lives and value authenticity and meaningful connections. Together, we'll work towards greater self-awareness, resilience, and emotional well-being, helping you live a fulfilling life aligned with your values and

I assist children, adults, couples, and families in addressing the concerns that may be holding them back from the life they want. It is a fact that if our needs are not being met then we don't function well at home, school, work, or socially. I empower clients to meet their needs in healthy ways to live more fulfilling lives.

My clients are solution focused and ready to work on creating change. Therapy takes courage. Be proud of taking that step. All are welcome. I work with clients who have been maligned by society simply for being themselves. I am OutCare certified. I've done quite a bit of work with those who are aligned with nature spirituality. You will find acceptance and a listening ear here.

Dr. Hernandez, a licensed Clinical Psychologist (PsyD) and Health Service Provider in Psychology (HSPP), specializes in providing mental health services. His focus encompasses Spanish-speaking individuals, veterans, and those struggling with low-income and adverse childhood experiences. As a Mexican immigrant and a veteran of OIF and OEF, he brings unique empathy and understanding to the challenges faced by his clients.

Hi, I’m Brittany! As a resident clinician passionate about supporting children, I have dedicated my practice to creating a safe, nurturing environment where young minds can explore and express themselves freely. Each child’s unique story inspires me, and I am committed to using therapeutic play to foster their growth and healing. My approach is grounded in empathy, patience, friendship, and a genuine love for supporting kids to find their voice and thrive. While I have experience working with all ages, I’ve found a passion for working with littles because of their curiosity, creativity, and imagination.

My ideal client would struggle with diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, or mood-related issues. This client would be self-motivated and have identified goals that are being held back or complicated by their mental health issues. The client would be able to identify areas that are strengths and weaknesses for themselves and would be willing to put forth the effort that is growth and change. Also, this client would be open to new and different suggestions for coping strategies or ways of thinking about difficulties they may experience in order to learn and grow.

We are accepting new clients and have in-person and remote availability. Whether you, or a loved one, are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues or just need a place to talk, Pillars' holistic approach to health and wellness has a treatment option that can work for you. When we started Pillars we quickly realized that to best help our clients we needed to partner with clinicians with diverse backgrounds and skills. We have remained steadfast in our efforts to create a team of clinicians with a varied specializations, so that we can be sure to effectively serve our clients and our community.

My ideal client seeks personal growth and healing from issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship problems. They need emotional support, coping strategies, self-understanding, and guidance for healthy relationships. Their goals include symptom reduction, trauma healing, improved relationships, enhanced self-worth, and greater life satisfaction. Motivated by desires for personal growth, joyful moments, connection, resilience, and clarity, they seek therapy to achieve a healthier, improved life rhythm.

Navigating through the journey of life we inevitably run into hindrances that challenge our momentum. Change is hard and can often be a sudden and unpredictable, leaving us without the proper tools to cope with these changes. We have to learn to acclimate to our surroundings. Whether it's a traumatic response, addiction, grief and loss, anxiety, loss of confidence, feeling lost and overwhelmed, feelings of depression or stagnation, there's hope. It takes courage to look into a mirror and see whose looking back, it takes strength to want to make a change and hope to inspire change.

Do you often find yourself a victim to life circumstance, stuck repeating patterns, unable to move forward? I'd like to meet with you. My name is Leslie. I hold a Masters and a Ph.D. in counseling psychology and have been licensed as a mental health or professional counselor (LMHC) since 1994. Over the past 25 years, I have worked as an individual counselor with college-aged students and adults in clinical, private practice, and non-profit settings. I also have past experience working as an Indiana University (Indianapolis) associate professor in their undergraduate and graduate counseling and psychology programs.