Therapists in Omaha, NE
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**UNCOMMON SLOTS NOW AVAILABLE, LIMITED TIME** Tired of the shit? Frustrated with what life has to offer? Of course you are! You’re tired of the same ol’ same ol’. It’s time you stood up and kicked life in the ass versus being the one getting kicked. With my help you can learn how to process and overcome this dumpster fire of experiences. Let’s reduce your tension, eliminate stress, overcome the despair and helplessness, and get you living the life you want to live. With my specialty training in EMDR, IFS, and Play Therapy we can do this together. Find more about me on my website: unityyfs.com.
**UNCOMMON SLOTS NOW AVAILABLE, LIMITED TIME** Tired of the shit? Frustrated with what life has to offer? Of course you are! You’re tired of the same ol’ same ol’. It’s time you stood up and kicked life in the ass versus being the one getting kicked. With my help you can learn how to process and overcome this dumpster fire of experiences. Let’s reduce your tension, eliminate stress, overcome the despair and helplessness, and get you living the life you want to live. With my specialty training in EMDR, IFS, and Play Therapy we can do this together. Find more about me on my website: unityyfs.com.
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Nicole is also a Level 1 and Level 2 trained EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist as well as being IFS (Internal Family Systems) informed.
Nicole has been a therapist in the Omaha community for over 20 years. She has worked in a variety of settings including home-based services, intensive outpatient for eating disorders, school-based counseling services, and private group practice. Nicole specializes in treating depression, anxiety, perinatal mental health, eating disorders, grief, trauma, life transitions, LGBTQ+ teens and adults, and women’s issues. She enjoys working with adolescents and adults.
Nicole is also a Level 1 and Level 2 trained EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapist as well as being IFS (Internal Family Systems) informed.
Nicole has been a therapist in the Omaha community for over 20 years. She has worked in a variety of settings including home-based services, intensive outpatient for eating disorders, school-based counseling services, and private group practice. Nicole specializes in treating depression, anxiety, perinatal mental health, eating disorders, grief, trauma, life transitions, LGBTQ+ teens and adults, and women’s issues. She enjoys working with adolescents and adults.
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To name a few, I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and the ARC Model.
Are you on a journey to discover your identity through self-exploration? Are you having a hard time adjusting to a new season of your life? Do you feel sad, anxious, or angry and have difficulty identifying why? Are you having difficulty navigating your relationships (e.g., friendships, intimate partnerships, or familial relationships)? You want to live a life where you are operating at your fullest potential. You want to remain who you genuinely are, even when faced with adversity. You want to work on identifying stressors and regulating your emotions.
To name a few, I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and the ARC Model.
Are you on a journey to discover your identity through self-exploration? Are you having a hard time adjusting to a new season of your life? Do you feel sad, anxious, or angry and have difficulty identifying why? Are you having difficulty navigating your relationships (e.g., friendships, intimate partnerships, or familial relationships)? You want to live a life where you are operating at your fullest potential. You want to remain who you genuinely are, even when faced with adversity. You want to work on identifying stressors and regulating your emotions.
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If you are looking for a specific skill we have providers trained in the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, EMDR, AFTTA, Brainspotting, CBT, ACT, DBT, Solution Focused, Sandtray, IFS and more.
Hope Collaborative is a collection of independent providers who treat a variety of client needs such as Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders, Developmental Disabilities, Couples, Sex Therapy, Grief, Self-medicating and Addictions, and more. We have clinicians who treat adults and those who treat children ages 10 and up. We offer a comfortable and safe space for you or your child to work on your goals.
If you are looking for a specific skill we have providers trained in the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, EMDR, AFTTA, Brainspotting, CBT, ACT, DBT, Solution Focused, Sandtray, IFS and more.
Hope Collaborative is a collection of independent providers who treat a variety of client needs such as Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders, Developmental Disabilities, Couples, Sex Therapy, Grief, Self-medicating and Addictions, and more. We have clinicians who treat adults and those who treat children ages 10 and up. We offer a comfortable and safe space for you or your child to work on your goals.
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Sam Bunnyfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LIMHP, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68144
I recognize the complexity of internal and external family systems and work to create a safe environment for my clients to feel free to be themselves, feel empowered to work through their struggles, and engage in opportunities to develop healthy relationships.
With more than a decade of clinical experience and engaging in therapy myself, I know the importance of being an empathic and understanding support for my clients. My therapy approach is trauma informed, strengths-based and tailored to each client’s individual needs. I work collaboratively with my clients to find the best course of healing.
I recognize the complexity of internal and external family systems and work to create a safe environment for my clients to feel free to be themselves, feel empowered to work through their struggles, and engage in opportunities to develop healthy relationships.
With more than a decade of clinical experience and engaging in therapy myself, I know the importance of being an empathic and understanding support for my clients. My therapy approach is trauma informed, strengths-based and tailored to each client’s individual needs. I work collaboratively with my clients to find the best course of healing.
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Amanda Cramer
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, LICSW, LIMHP, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68164 (Online Only)
Drawing from modalities like CBT, Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness, Amanda creates a safe and restorative space for her clients to explore their strengths and overcome challenges.
Sometimes life is hard. It seems like people are feeling the pressures of life more and more from every different area of their life. In therapy with me, we can talk through and process stressors. What you can expect from me is a caring, patient, sensitive, sometimes humorous, dedicated listener. We will work together to tailor your care and needs. Sometimes people just need to talk and be heard. Other times, people need tools, skills, tasks to practice improving their life that are realistic and manageable. As of Summer 2024, I have a few opening for telehealth only.
Drawing from modalities like CBT, Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness, Amanda creates a safe and restorative space for her clients to explore their strengths and overcome challenges.
Sometimes life is hard. It seems like people are feeling the pressures of life more and more from every different area of their life. In therapy with me, we can talk through and process stressors. What you can expect from me is a caring, patient, sensitive, sometimes humorous, dedicated listener. We will work together to tailor your care and needs. Sometimes people just need to talk and be heard. Other times, people need tools, skills, tasks to practice improving their life that are realistic and manageable. As of Summer 2024, I have a few opening for telehealth only.
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Tiffany Marie True
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68114
I work with a variety of evidence-based therapy styles including traditional cognitive behavioral-based therapies (CBT), motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), internal family systems (IFS), and trauma-specific modalities including sensorimotor psychotherapy.
I appreciate the courage it takes to seek therapy. If you are struggling with loss or life transitions, stuck in various forms of addiction or simply desire some objectivity then I would love to work with you! I enjoy helping people find insight and healing. In the process my approach is direct yet compassionate.
I work with a variety of evidence-based therapy styles including traditional cognitive behavioral-based therapies (CBT), motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), internal family systems (IFS), and trauma-specific modalities including sensorimotor psychotherapy.
I appreciate the courage it takes to seek therapy. If you are struggling with loss or life transitions, stuck in various forms of addiction or simply desire some objectivity then I would love to work with you! I enjoy helping people find insight and healing. In the process my approach is direct yet compassionate.
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I have specialized training in empirically supported treatment including IFS, EMDR, DBT and Emotion Focused Therapy.
Accepting Teletherapy Appointments Only. I work collaboratively with my clients, empowering them to find balance, wholeness, and greater happiness in life. My broad experience both in a variety of psychological treatment modalities (Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy), as well as in working with a wide range of clients, enables me to provide therapy that is both deeply compassionate and well-rooted in psychological science. I’m here to help you create stronger, more fulfilling relationships, make peace with yourself, and start living a life of fulfillment and connection.
I have specialized training in empirically supported treatment including IFS, EMDR, DBT and Emotion Focused Therapy.
Accepting Teletherapy Appointments Only. I work collaboratively with my clients, empowering them to find balance, wholeness, and greater happiness in life. My broad experience both in a variety of psychological treatment modalities (Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy), as well as in working with a wide range of clients, enables me to provide therapy that is both deeply compassionate and well-rooted in psychological science. I’m here to help you create stronger, more fulfilling relationships, make peace with yourself, and start living a life of fulfillment and connection.
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I have four-plus years of experience working with survivors of interpersonal and sexual violence as well as dual-diagnosis disorders. My ideal client would be someone who has experienced trauma or attachment-related matters and is ready to unpack those issues to become healthier. “It’s not the load that breaks you down; it’s the way you carry it.” -Lena Horne I assist clients who have trauma-related issues and dual-diagnosis by using cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), internal family systems (IFS), mindfulness, attachment-based therapy, and somatic therapy.
I have four-plus years of experience working with survivors of interpersonal and sexual violence as well as dual-diagnosis disorders. My ideal client would be someone who has experienced trauma or attachment-related matters and is ready to unpack those issues to become healthier. “It’s not the load that breaks you down; it’s the way you carry it.” -Lena Horne I assist clients who have trauma-related issues and dual-diagnosis by using cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), internal family systems (IFS), mindfulness, attachment-based therapy, and somatic therapy.
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Dr. Katelyn Coburn
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LIMHP, LCMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68114
Waitlist for new clients
I'm nervous system informed and use IFS & EMDR.
We all need to be seen and understood, and it’s my goal to make therapy a space where that happens. I approach therapy from a place of getting that it's important to make sense of your experiences, know & feel that you are valid, & have a way to move forward feeling grounded in your authentic truth. I often work with people who have experienced trauma in relationships, a lack of emotional support in childhood, religious trauma, and marginalization. I can help with if you've been struggling to make changes you want in your life and relationships, have been overwhelmed by emotions, or don't ever know what you're even feeling.
I'm nervous system informed and use IFS & EMDR.
We all need to be seen and understood, and it’s my goal to make therapy a space where that happens. I approach therapy from a place of getting that it's important to make sense of your experiences, know & feel that you are valid, & have a way to move forward feeling grounded in your authentic truth. I often work with people who have experienced trauma in relationships, a lack of emotional support in childhood, religious trauma, and marginalization. I can help with if you've been struggling to make changes you want in your life and relationships, have been overwhelmed by emotions, or don't ever know what you're even feeling.
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The Phoenix Rising Centers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68117 (Online Only)
We offer a wide range of eclectic and innovative treatment options such as IFS, EMDR, art therapy, dream analysis and Somatics.
We are a multiethnic and multiracial group practice that centralizes care for BIPoC and LGBTQIA+ communities. Clients who come to us are working though life challenges related to their identities. They are often in a process of self-exploration, working to make sense of their place and identity in the world where they are made to feel like "the other" and have been marginalized, traumatized, and blatantly microaggressed. We recognize the importance of finding providers who get it, from a shared and lived experience. Here, our aim is connect communities of color and queer communities with providers of color and queer providers.
We offer a wide range of eclectic and innovative treatment options such as IFS, EMDR, art therapy, dream analysis and Somatics.
We are a multiethnic and multiracial group practice that centralizes care for BIPoC and LGBTQIA+ communities. Clients who come to us are working though life challenges related to their identities. They are often in a process of self-exploration, working to make sense of their place and identity in the world where they are made to feel like "the other" and have been marginalized, traumatized, and blatantly microaggressed. We recognize the importance of finding providers who get it, from a shared and lived experience. Here, our aim is connect communities of color and queer communities with providers of color and queer providers.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LIMHP, CMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68105 (Online Only)
All services are available in English and Spanish. My name is Makenzie Schmitt, and I specialize in evaluations for individuals going through immigration proceedings. I strive to provide a compassionate and comfortable space for clients while at the same time producing a thorough and professionally written evaluation. My assessment will address specific factors which help immigration courts determine if an individual or family may remain lawfully in the United States. I offer evaluations for the following types of immigration cases• Waivers (I-60 and I-60A) • Cancellation of Removal • VAWA and Spousal Abuse • U-Visas • Asylum
All services are available in English and Spanish. My name is Makenzie Schmitt, and I specialize in evaluations for individuals going through immigration proceedings. I strive to provide a compassionate and comfortable space for clients while at the same time producing a thorough and professionally written evaluation. My assessment will address specific factors which help immigration courts determine if an individual or family may remain lawfully in the United States. I offer evaluations for the following types of immigration cases• Waivers (I-60 and I-60A) • Cancellation of Removal • VAWA and Spousal Abuse • U-Visas • Asylum
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Lisa A Wilwerding
Pre-Licensed Professional, LIMHP, PLADC, PC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68154
Waitlist for new clients
We all bear marks and scars from life’s hardships and trials. Comparison of pain can frequently keep us from reaching out for help because “someone has it worse.” I am here to help you walk through whatever pain has brought you to where you currently are, grief, anxiety, depression, or transitions in life. Taking the step to seek counseling is incredibly brave; it is stepping out and saying you are more than what may seem insurmountable right now.
We all bear marks and scars from life’s hardships and trials. Comparison of pain can frequently keep us from reaching out for help because “someone has it worse.” I am here to help you walk through whatever pain has brought you to where you currently are, grief, anxiety, depression, or transitions in life. Taking the step to seek counseling is incredibly brave; it is stepping out and saying you are more than what may seem insurmountable right now.
![Photo of Stephanie A Grade, MS, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/86db4854-df6d-4739-8a8a-9661cb6b5196/2/320x400.jpeg)
Life can be A LOT sometimes, causing us to feel anxious, depressed, lose our sense of self and affect our ability to have and maintain healthy relationships. We all need someone who's not in the middle of it with us, to talk through these feelings and concerns. I believe everyone deserves this type of experience and support. I believe things, and people, can change with the right support and tools!
Life can be A LOT sometimes, causing us to feel anxious, depressed, lose our sense of self and affect our ability to have and maintain healthy relationships. We all need someone who's not in the middle of it with us, to talk through these feelings and concerns. I believe everyone deserves this type of experience and support. I believe things, and people, can change with the right support and tools!
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I am so happy you are here. This journey is focused completely on you! I love working with people to help them create the life they desire. I am extremely honored each time a person like you invites me to journey alongside them. I hope to help you build your strengths, overcome challenges, and win. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and EMDR Trained Clinician. Please schedule an appointment online or reach out with any questions you may have.
I am so happy you are here. This journey is focused completely on you! I love working with people to help them create the life they desire. I am extremely honored each time a person like you invites me to journey alongside them. I hope to help you build your strengths, overcome challenges, and win. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and EMDR Trained Clinician. Please schedule an appointment online or reach out with any questions you may have.
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Going to a counselor can be pretty frightening; my goal is to make it as comfortable as possible. I believe that we all need help at times to work through difficult issues in our lives. I count it a privilege to help clients with the stresses of life. Beginning therapy can be a big step toward being the healthiest version of yourself and living the best life possible-no matter what challenges you may be facing. Through therapy, you can change self-destructive behaviors and habits, resolve painful feelings, improve your relationships, and more.
Going to a counselor can be pretty frightening; my goal is to make it as comfortable as possible. I believe that we all need help at times to work through difficult issues in our lives. I count it a privilege to help clients with the stresses of life. Beginning therapy can be a big step toward being the healthiest version of yourself and living the best life possible-no matter what challenges you may be facing. Through therapy, you can change self-destructive behaviors and habits, resolve painful feelings, improve your relationships, and more.
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Morgan Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LIMHP, LIMFT, PLADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68137
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families. I understand that therapy is hard work, I desire to walk alongside my clients as they embark on their unique journey toward healing. I believe that all of my clients have the power to enact change in their lives and seek to encourage and challenge them as they move towards their goals. I strive to provide my clients with empathy and compassion and to create an environment where they feel safe to process their emotions and experiences. I am a firm believer in the power of hope, grace, and humor.
I am passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families. I understand that therapy is hard work, I desire to walk alongside my clients as they embark on their unique journey toward healing. I believe that all of my clients have the power to enact change in their lives and seek to encourage and challenge them as they move towards their goals. I strive to provide my clients with empathy and compassion and to create an environment where they feel safe to process their emotions and experiences. I am a firm believer in the power of hope, grace, and humor.
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Are you looking for a safe place where you can be heard? Do you feel anxiety and depression are keeping you from living your fullest life? Is your relationship or marriage falling apart? Do you have intrusive thoughts that never seem to quit? If you're searching for someone who will listen, encourage and help you live the life you were created to live, I would like to meet with you. You will find an accepting environment based on honesty and respect where you can learn how to overcome and work through issues that may be causing you emotional discomfort and distress.
Are you looking for a safe place where you can be heard? Do you feel anxiety and depression are keeping you from living your fullest life? Is your relationship or marriage falling apart? Do you have intrusive thoughts that never seem to quit? If you're searching for someone who will listen, encourage and help you live the life you were created to live, I would like to meet with you. You will find an accepting environment based on honesty and respect where you can learn how to overcome and work through issues that may be causing you emotional discomfort and distress.
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Finding the right therapist is perhaps the most important part of the therapy process. You want someone you can feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and feelings without judgment. You want to know that your therapist has your best interests in mind always, and sees things objectively. You want someone who has advanced training, experience, skill and offers sound encouragement. You want someone who would practice what is recommended and feels called to walk along side you during some of life's most difficult moments. If this is where you are beginning, consider starting here.
Finding the right therapist is perhaps the most important part of the therapy process. You want someone you can feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and feelings without judgment. You want to know that your therapist has your best interests in mind always, and sees things objectively. You want someone who has advanced training, experience, skill and offers sound encouragement. You want someone who would practice what is recommended and feels called to walk along side you during some of life's most difficult moments. If this is where you are beginning, consider starting here.
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Linda Shadoin
Counselor, LMHP, LISW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68114
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling anxious, sad or resentful because life isn't going as planned? Are you trying to balance the demands of a career and family, feeling disconnected in your personal relationships, or riding the rollercoaster of infertility? Life can be overwhelming, especially when the unexpected happens. I work with women, couples and families with an emphasis on dealing with anxiety, panic, depression, infertility, grief, parenting, stress, trauma and relationship issues. I can help you reset and find your way again. I can help you feel stronger and confident to face the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Are you feeling anxious, sad or resentful because life isn't going as planned? Are you trying to balance the demands of a career and family, feeling disconnected in your personal relationships, or riding the rollercoaster of infertility? Life can be overwhelming, especially when the unexpected happens. I work with women, couples and families with an emphasis on dealing with anxiety, panic, depression, infertility, grief, parenting, stress, trauma and relationship issues. I can help you reset and find your way again. I can help you feel stronger and confident to face the challenges of today and tomorrow.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists
What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.
How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.
Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.
How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.