Therapists in Shelby, IN

I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Is your family in crisis and don't know where to start? You have already done the hard part by reading this profile. Calling a therapist can be dreadful but I am here to tell you it doesn't have to be. My main goal is to help you and your family get to a place of 'peace.'

I am dedicated, committed, and highly passionate Licensed Social Worker. I have an array of experience working with all age groups from early childhood and beyond. I have worked with individuals and families from various social and economic backgrounds, cultures, Spiritual backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. I am experienced working with trauma, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, victims of child abuse and neglect, amongst other mental health issues. I have a dedicated a large portion of my career to working with children and adolescents with behavioral issues.

“Minds Matter”, is a motto that I live and practice by. Life does not slow down, so it is important that we all tend to our minds and take care of ourselves holistically. We have one mind for our entire lives, so it is important that it is a nice place to be. My ideal client is looking to manage the stress of life, to process through trauma, and to improve themselves by setting intentions for therapy that help them move closer to their lifelong goals. Does this sound like you? Are you looking to employ positive change in your life? Need support while you navigate life changes?

Thank you for visiting my site . I am truly humbled that you took the first step to putting you first.. I want you to know that this is absolutely a no judgement zone and I hope that you take the time to understand that it is ok to get the help that you need. Believe me we have all been in a place where we needed someone to talk to.  I am here to help you.

We are a family oriented group practice comprised of a group of skilled and experienced therapists with a variety of specialties. We offer in office and teletherapy sessions. We have therapists licensed in the following states: Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and Utah. We work with children, teens, adults and elderly adults in individual, couples, and family counseling. Some of our specialties include marital issues, coparenting, substance abuse, addiction, trauma, grief, relationship issues, LGBTQ+, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and dealing with everyday issues and stress.

We take pride in helping clients explore ways to make changes in their lives that will give them strength for the moment and allow them to look forward to the future with hope. We are committed to working closely with those we serve, together we can lay the cornerstone for healthier and happier lives.

I have been working with youth and families for over 15 years, having gained experience engaging diverse populations. Focusing on trauma, parent/child relations, substance use, depression and mood disorders, ADHD, anxiety and acceptance therapy, I work with varying needs and diagnoses.

I welcome you to a peaceful office environment to discuss your concerns. I provide therapy to individuals and have group practice experience. As your therapist, my passion is to empower and support you to set and attain your goals through development of coping skills, helping you create solutions and to help you manage many of life’s challenges. By utilizing various treatment modalities, together, we will discover what works best for you to help achieve your therapeutic goals. I am willing to provide therapy to the adolescent population, and I can offer faith-based counseling upon request.

I am determined to help my clients feel aligned in all aspects of their lives. Everyone can use a little help, sometimes! I have worked with several clients who have struggled with some of life's biggest battles, losses, stressors, heartaches, and journeys. I am passionate and fully devoted to collaborating with my clients in fulfilling their own sense of happiness.

Are you frustrated with waiting lists? Are you finding it difficult to find a clinician in your time of need? Responsive and responsible mental health care still exists! CLEAR is a group of mental health professionals who believe in providing evidence-based, cost effective, and timely treatment to our clients. Your needs will not be handled haphazardly! We provide intentional treatment interventions from approaches that are widely known in the profession to be most reliable at treating an identified issue. We embody expertises in treating anxiety, depression, mood, trauma, personality and impulse disorders.

I have been providing individual and family counseling for 30 years, from a multicultural system perspective. Years of experiences has led me to believe that the most important aspect of counseling is to have a listening ear and the development of a trusting therapeutic relationship with a non-judgmental approach. I possess strong assessment skills for family conflict resolution and mediation. . Life transitions causes us to be in a storm or coming out of a storm, leading to life disruptions which can be extremely stressful; a skillful therapist such as myself can help clients to redirect and deal with a variety of traumas.

Faithful counsel sees individuals, couples, children, and families. We are trained to provide counseling for a range of issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, addictions (from drugs & alcohol to sexual addiction), anger, marital strife & infidelity. The clients that present to our practice are interested in receiving counseling from a Christian worldview and biblical foundation. They understand that the wisdom of man is limited and that apart from God, we can do nothing.

I have worked with children, adolescents, veterans and adults in many settings including inpatient and outpatient settings with high acute behaviors. I hold a Master’s degree in social work from Indiana University. I specialize in substance use counseling, and motivational interviewing. I have experience in trauma informed care, and specialize in identifying the client’s strength to become a better version of you. I have worked extensively with those experiencing anxiety, depression, stress related disorders, PTSD, bipolar disorder, borderline personality, behavioral issues and life transitions.

We all have times in our lives that change becomes necessary. Experiencing symptoms such as low mood, increased worry, feeling overwhelmed by life, and wanting things to be different is the perfect time to seek professional support. Finding someone who can listen, encourage, and provide a positive non-judgmental understanding is essential to enacting change.

Emily is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in IN and a Nationally Certified Counselor. Her therapeutic approach is to assist and counsel clients to help effectively address personal life challenges. Some modalities used in treatment may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness- based interventions, solutions-focused therapy, and play therapy.