Domestic Abuse Therapists in Fremont, NE

Life can be beautiful, but it can also be painful. Although I can't change this reality, there are some things I can commit to doing: I will build a partnership with you based in trust, respect, compassion, and kindness. Using a strengths-based and systems approach, I will work to understand and empathize with your unique situation. I will believe in your ability to grow, change, and heal, and in your right to pursue a life that feels like more than just survival. I will provide you with support and empowerment, and I will always consider it a privilege to accompany you on your journey of navigating life’s many challenges.

I have over 35 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I have significant experience treating trauma and sexual abuse with all age groups. I get excited working with people who have experienced trauma and seeing them become the people they were meant to be. I am trained in EMDR, Play Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and DBT. I work with clients who experience depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or those experiencing stress in their lives.

Unfortunately, everyone experiences painful events at times in their life. Helping people to rebuild their lives back to what it was before or building a whole new life is something I have enjoyed doing for nearly 25 years. I enjoy working with people by addressing a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, substance use and other addictions, various types of trauma, relationships, divorce, unresolved grief, co-dependency, and anger management to name a few. I accept most insurance plans including Medicaid. A reduced fee is available for clients without insurance on a limited basis. Telehealth services are also available.

Reaching out for help or just someone to talk to can be a difficult first step. I am glad you are here and considering therapy. I am a client-centered, gender affirming, non-judgmental, compassionate and empathetic person. My goal is to help you be and feel your best. My focus is on the relationship between the client and the therapist to make change. I believe when you cultivate a therapeutic relationship based on trust and honesty it allows the client to be vulnerable and make change.

Good experiences in counseling and therapy require a trusting relationship between the therapist and the person seeking services. Within this relationship you can feel safe to explore your current situation, learn to trust yourself and make decisions that support who and how you want to be. The services I provide are for adults seeking individual counseling. People who work with me have problems various things such as depression, anxiety, history of trauma and Complex PTSD, grief and loss, emotional, physical and sexual abuse. Difficulty or challenges in relationships also bring people into therapy.

Individuals seeking therapy typically want a safe space, warm and compassionate acceptance, as well as a therapist with the skills and experience to help them move through issues of depression, anxiety, abuse and trauma, grief and loss, personal and/or relationship issues. They are often seeking to understand themselves better, seeking positive change, growth, and new insights to move beyond their current problems.

***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** No matter where my clients are at in treatment, I will meet them there. I work with clients to find the path that works best for their unique situation. I have clinical experience working with children and adolescents with trauma, and their families, as well as experience working with individuals of all ages diagnosed with behavioral, chronic mental health and substance abuse disorders. I've worked in probation, foster care and multidisciplinary teams. Ultimately, it is my goal to find the method that will help each of my clients live their lives to the fullest.

I have immediate availability. My ideal client is someone facing significant adversity—whether it's the aftermath of trauma, substance abuse, psychosis, or harmful behaviors. They might be struggling with the impacts of discrimination, systemic involvement, or losing hope. They need someone who understands their unique challenges and is committed to helping them find strength and resilience. Their goal is to break free from the cycles of hardship and to rebuild their lives, finding stability and fulfillment. They want to be heard, supported, and guided towards effective strategies for positive change.

I have a background working with individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, and interpersonal issues. My passion is working with individuals who struggle with a variety of relational issues such as intimate partner violence, boundary issues, and communication skills. My goal as a mental health practitioner is to create a non-judgemental environment and to meet individuals where they are at in life.

My name is Marie Gotthardt and I support each of my clients to work toward finding hope, healing, growth, and in building healthy relationships. I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a range of challenges, such as anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. I have training in TAC, TF-CBT, EMDR, DBT, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. I have experience working with victims of sexual abuse, physical abuse, and neglect, conducting child and adolescent counseling, couples counseling, and Christian counseling.