Chronic Illness Therapists in Falls City, NE

Change. Anxiety. Feeling stuck. Confusion. Loss. Chronic illness. Depression. Sleep. Relationships. Stress. Life feels like a struggle. Together we will develop a plan that uses evidence-based methods to help you identify and achieve your goals. I value your unique story and am dedicated to helping you stay motivated as you take steps toward improved mental wellness.

I take a collaborative approach to therapy and believe you carry with you the answers necessary to move toward change and healing. Whether we are working toward a particular goal or engaging in a broader process of self-discovery, it is my job to facilitate, engage and empower. Your role is to bring your whole self and be open to the process as we build skills, increase internal motivation, and work toward a newly imagined future experience.

***Telehealth Sessions Available. I believe in taking a systemic approach to therapy, focusing on how we are shaped by emotional, physical, social and spiritual parts of our lives. If one area is being affected the others will be affected as well. I help people look at areas in their lives where they feel stuck and help to create movement in those areas. Using the client's expertise in their own lives I help guide them in creating new, more meaningful and beneficial patterns in their lives. In turn this helps them to reach their full potential.

Are your life experiences challenging, painful and/or overwhelming? Struggling with your self-worth? Concerned about sex issues with a partner? We'll focus on you learning to identify and heal from painful experiences that prevent you from living your best quality of life. In a safe, nurturing and non-judgmental environment we will address your healing, strength discovery and relationships. Everyone is unique, so I use a holistic approach to work closely with you to create a customized treatment plan. I am here to help you fully recover and have a better relationship with yourself and others.

If you have experienced attachment wounding, trauma, abuse, or neglect, these wounds can often leave you feeling hopeless. However, through careful treatment planning and therapeutic care, we can work together to repair and restore these areas in your life. What does hope mean to you? It may be a small flicker that sustains your daily life. It could be an anchoring source of confidence and resilience. Or hope may hold deep spiritual significance to you. Whatever hope looks like for you, it is my desire to nourish hope in your life through our work together.

I enjoy working primarily with adults who have dealt with depression, anxiety, and trauma since childhood/adolescence and are wanting to begin their healing journey. I also enjoy working with clients who have interpersonal relationship concerns and are wanting to improve that aspect of their lives. My specialties include depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, interpersonal relationship concerns, self esteem, and chronic illness.

What does it mean to "take care of your mental health?" It's easier to tell when you aren't taking care of it: chronic stress, exhaustion, worry, and panic are all signs your mental health is suffering. If untreated, you could start having nightmares, poor health, trouble in your relationships, and difficulty staying on top of work or school. There are many things that can lead to mental health struggles, like a too-busy schedule, a chronic illness or someone else's troubles, a major life transition, or a death of someone close to you. Or, it could seem to come out of the blue, caused by nothing at all.

Sometimes the ways of the world and personal stressors conflict with what we need to be ok. It can often be difficult to manage and cope with how racism, violence, employment, chronic illness, relationships, parenting, abuse, and past trauma impacts one’s mental and physical health. If your goal is to learn who you are and how to live your authentic self, you have arrived at the right place. I utilize Integrative therapy, which makes room for inclusivity and flexibility at meeting client differences. This includes Cognitive Behavioral, DBT, Family Systems, Gestalt, etc. Diversity in people demands diversity in approaches!

“Live life to the fullest.” “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” “When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and hang on.” These are great, but life is more complex than cliché quotes. As your counselor, it is my pleasure to partner with you to find real joy in life again. True freedom does take work and can feel terrible as you work through the pain, but is it worth it? 100%! You are worthy of happiness, freedom, and wholeness, even if you don’t currently feel it.

As a therapist in the Omaha area I have worked with clients who have concerns varying from addiction to mental health or relationship hardship. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life and in many different stages. My approach is person centered, meaning clients take the lead on what is right for them. As a therapist I work with my clients to identify what is in the way of those goals. Many times the weight of the world feel heavier and at times we may feel as if we cannot move forward. It is important to understand that there is a way to feel better and to feel better you have to find the recipe that works for you.

Offering online therapy to adults located in Nebraska who are facing life transitions, grief and loss, chronic medical conditions, depression, anxiety, codependency, parenting and relationship challenges, and those of you who are exploring who you are now, given all you have been through. I will walk alongside you to foster your healing and rediscover yourself. I will provide attentive listening, acceptance, empathy, encouragement, and clinical techniques that can help to facilitate understanding and change. Even in times of stress, worry, pain, despair, and loneliness, there is an opportunity for you to return to wholeness.

My name is Brenna Erdman, and I am a student intern at New Outlook Counseling in Lincoln, Nebraska under the supervision of Jamie Heng, LIMHP. It is my belief that creating a nonjudgmental environment is important for honest self-exploration. I believe that the therapeutic relationship should be one of authenticity, collaboration, and one that feels safe and supportive. I am honored to create space for clients to share their lives with me, and I am committed to empowering clients with tools to grow into their most ideal selves.

Professionally, I'm interested in Autism Spectrum Disorder (Asperger's Disorder), Depression, Anxiety, Parenting Issues, Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI), co-occurring disorders (formerly called Dual Diagnosis Disorders), lifespan development/lifespan developmental psychopathology, and resiliency. I have been trained to work with clients across the age spectrum. I'm welcoming of clients of various backgrounds and beliefs.

At some point in your life you may find yourself feeling unproductive, unsatisfied, stressed out, or even stuck in pattern's of self-destructive feelings and behaviors. Would you like to find yourself feeling more clear, hopeful, decisive and energetic? Would you like to learn mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance?

"It is not selfish to love yourself, take care of yourself, and make your happiness a priority. It's necessary." - Mandy Hale. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationships, or any other areas of life, I am committed to helping you work through the challenges hindering you. I believe we all experience situations that make it difficult to prioritize our happiness, and I am ready to support you in a judgment-free environment!

Having completed an extensive education and ongoing strategic mentorship, I am honored and grateful to be in the career for which I have a strong passion. Being invited to journey with clients at various stages in their life is a sincere privilege. In a unique wellness space, I work side-by-side with clients to gain their perspective, see the world through their eyes, then work together to elevate their lives to the desired goals and outcomes. I respectfully offer multiple holistic therapies as needed by the client and therapeutic relationship.

I enjoy helping children, teens, and young adults learn how to master their anxiety and worry so they can live according to their goals and values, not their fears. I aim to equip clients with the tools and strategies for successful self-management long after their time in therapy has ended. I believe therapy is a collaborative process; a client's goals and values provide the framework in which we apply my mental health knowledge and treatment expertise.

Is life overwhelming? Do you feel depressed, anxious, or chronically stressed? As a therapist, I'm passionate about offering support and teaching clients effective and innovative strategies for overall wellness, using integrative and holistic interventions. Therapy is about understanding and accepting ourselves, challenging old belief systems, letting go of what we no longer need, and learning to be present in our lives. Through your therapeutic work, you can begin to heal past hurts and traumas, reducing overall distress and suffering. Perhaps even, the adversity you’ve faced will transform into the peace and resilience you desire.

Are you a experiencing emotional difficulties during pregnancy or after the birth of your child? Is your child having difficulty with emotional regulation? Has your teenager become withdrawn, moody, depressed or are they experiencing anxiety in the social environment? Are you struggling with your own emotions, feeling stressed, depressed or anxious? Have you had a traumatic experience that has turned your life upside down? Do you feel isolated, lonely or overwhelmed? I can help. Goals for therapy always start with your needs and concerns, first and foremost.