Relational Therapists in Omaha, NE

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Sarah Herbolsheimer
Mental Health Counselor, LIMHP, CMSW, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68124
Psychoanalytic work will help you explore how relational trauma, early childhood experiences, and your environment impact your relational bonds, the partners you chose and your relationship with yourself.
Beginning therapy and finding a new therapist can feel challenging yet hopeful. It is important to find a therapist with whom you can form a close bond and who begins to understand you. This bond can give way to more deep and meaningful therapeutic work. As an Object Relations psychoanalytical psychotherapist I will use our therapeutic relationship as the primary vehicle for change. Psychoanalytic work helps provide relief from debilitating symptoms as well as addresses the deeper underlying causes of your symptoms. Our work also allows for exploration in understanding unconscious drives that shape your daily life and relationships.
Psychoanalytic work will help you explore how relational trauma, early childhood experiences, and your environment impact your relational bonds, the partners you chose and your relationship with yourself.
Beginning therapy and finding a new therapist can feel challenging yet hopeful. It is important to find a therapist with whom you can form a close bond and who begins to understand you. This bond can give way to more deep and meaningful therapeutic work. As an Object Relations psychoanalytical psychotherapist I will use our therapeutic relationship as the primary vehicle for change. Psychoanalytic work helps provide relief from debilitating symptoms as well as addresses the deeper underlying causes of your symptoms. Our work also allows for exploration in understanding unconscious drives that shape your daily life and relationships.
(402) 256-5794 View (402) 256-5794
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Gail A Olson
Counselor, PhD, LIMHP, LADC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68154
Waitlist for new clients
experience helping people with emotional, relational, work & life goal issues.
Life can be very difficult and stressful, whether it is work, relationships, anxiety, addictive behaviors, tough circumstances and decisions. Are you looking for some answers and relief? Hoping to find some direction, guidance, even challenging? Are you wanting more peace in your life? I will be glad to partner with you in reaching your goals. I provide competent, straight-forward, & non-judgmental responses as you seek greater quality in your life. There is hope for change; you can build a better future!
experience helping people with emotional, relational, work & life goal issues.
Life can be very difficult and stressful, whether it is work, relationships, anxiety, addictive behaviors, tough circumstances and decisions. Are you looking for some answers and relief? Hoping to find some direction, guidance, even challenging? Are you wanting more peace in your life? I will be glad to partner with you in reaching your goals. I provide competent, straight-forward, & non-judgmental responses as you seek greater quality in your life. There is hope for change; you can build a better future!
(402) 318-3031 View (402) 318-3031
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Laurence William Vail DeBoer
Counselor, PLMHP, MSW
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68164
The approaches I use most often include narrative therapy, psychodynamic therapy, harm-reduction, brainspotting, and relational therapy.
I believe each person is the expert in their own experience and view my role as a co-pilot on the path to healing and self-exploration. I work with adolescents and adults with varying experiences such as substance use, trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, identity exploration, and burnout. I believe co-creation of therapy goals is vital to forging a path uniquely tailored to meet the needs of each person with whom I work.
The approaches I use most often include narrative therapy, psychodynamic therapy, harm-reduction, brainspotting, and relational therapy.
I believe each person is the expert in their own experience and view my role as a co-pilot on the path to healing and self-exploration. I work with adolescents and adults with varying experiences such as substance use, trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, identity exploration, and burnout. I believe co-creation of therapy goals is vital to forging a path uniquely tailored to meet the needs of each person with whom I work.
(402) 925-9983 View (402) 925-9983
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Sadie Renander
Counselor, MS, LMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68127
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trust-Based Relational Intervention but also feel comfortable with many other modalities depending on what might be most effective for you.
I have 19 years of experience working in the mental health field in residential, outpatient, in-home, and hospital settings. The majority of that time has been spent working with individuals, children, and families dealing with trauma, abuse, relationship conflicts, depression, and anxiety, among other issues. My style begins with being person-centered. I don't believe there are cookie-cutter answers to life's challenges, so I begin by learning about you and what will best help you achieve your own goals.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trust-Based Relational Intervention but also feel comfortable with many other modalities depending on what might be most effective for you.
I have 19 years of experience working in the mental health field in residential, outpatient, in-home, and hospital settings. The majority of that time has been spent working with individuals, children, and families dealing with trauma, abuse, relationship conflicts, depression, and anxiety, among other issues. My style begins with being person-centered. I don't believe there are cookie-cutter answers to life's challenges, so I begin by learning about you and what will best help you achieve your own goals.
(402) 673-6859 View (402) 673-6859
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Gail Parker Cahill (Gail Cahill) Private Practice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68132
I am a Licensed Independent Mental HeaIth Professional and I have been in private practice for over 31 years. I am experienced in treating a wide variety of emotional, psychological and relational struggles. I am a preferred provider with most all insurances. Daytime and early evening sessions available.
I am a Licensed Independent Mental HeaIth Professional and I have been in private practice for over 31 years. I am experienced in treating a wide variety of emotional, psychological and relational struggles. I am a preferred provider with most all insurances. Daytime and early evening sessions available.
(531) 204-2235 View (531) 204-2235
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Angie Marie Hartley
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68137
I believe the counseling process is both deeply relational and collaborative and cultivating a safe environment where clients can authentically express themselves paves the way for healing and growth.
Hi! My name is Angie Hartley. My hope in the counseling process is to cultivate a place where individuals feel genuinely heard and experience safety and acceptance that helps them walk through difficult emotions and circumstances while discovering healthier ways of regulating emotions, connecting with others, and being in the “here and now.”
I believe the counseling process is both deeply relational and collaborative and cultivating a safe environment where clients can authentically express themselves paves the way for healing and growth.
Hi! My name is Angie Hartley. My hope in the counseling process is to cultivate a place where individuals feel genuinely heard and experience safety and acceptance that helps them walk through difficult emotions and circumstances while discovering healthier ways of regulating emotions, connecting with others, and being in the “here and now.”
(402) 524-5430 View (402) 524-5430
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Karen Gutherless
LIMHP, LPC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68105  (Online Only)
She has been a fully licensed mental health practitioner since 2012. Her specialties include; Abuse and Trauma, TBRI Practitioner (Trust Based Relational Intervention), PTSD, Counseling for Families Affected by Disability, Christian Counseling, Divorce Recovery, LGBTQ Counseling, Grief and Bereavement, Personality Disorders, Senior Adult Counseling, Stress, Anxiety, and Depression, Children and adolescent with family and individual. Karen is fully licensed in KS, IA, NE and ND.
She has been a fully licensed mental health practitioner since 2012. Her specialties include; Abuse and Trauma, TBRI Practitioner (Trust Based Relational Intervention), PTSD, Counseling for Families Affected by Disability, Christian Counseling, Divorce Recovery, LGBTQ Counseling, Grief and Bereavement, Personality Disorders, Senior Adult Counseling, Stress, Anxiety, and Depression, Children and adolescent with family and individual. Karen is fully licensed in KS, IA, NE and ND.
(402) 732-2938 View (402) 732-2938
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Deb Maas
Counselor, MA, LMHP, LPC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68136
I'm a highly relational and creative clinician who has extensive training in trauma, grief, attachment and group therapy.
So, is your relationship a bit of a mess? Do you feel anxious, lost or alone? Are you struggling with how to help your child, strengthen you marriage or build healthy connections in you family? Let's face it, most of us at some point go through adversity and could benefit from help navigating challenges in our lives.
I'm a highly relational and creative clinician who has extensive training in trauma, grief, attachment and group therapy.
So, is your relationship a bit of a mess? Do you feel anxious, lost or alone? Are you struggling with how to help your child, strengthen you marriage or build healthy connections in you family? Let's face it, most of us at some point go through adversity and could benefit from help navigating challenges in our lives.
(531) 228-4803 View (531) 228-4803
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Chelsea Harvey Garner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHP, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68111  (Online Only)
Relationships, whether familial or romantic, are arguably the most challenging and fulfilling part of life. My practice is geared toward helping individuals, couples, and unconventional families recover from complicated relational histories. I draw from a decade of community organizing and training in trauma-informed care to support clients in their efforts to develop greater confidence, communicate more effectively, and resolve longstanding conflicts. I especially love working with misfits, black sheep, rebellious women, and folks striving to break patterns of intergenerational trauma!
Relationships, whether familial or romantic, are arguably the most challenging and fulfilling part of life. My practice is geared toward helping individuals, couples, and unconventional families recover from complicated relational histories. I draw from a decade of community organizing and training in trauma-informed care to support clients in their efforts to develop greater confidence, communicate more effectively, and resolve longstanding conflicts. I especially love working with misfits, black sheep, rebellious women, and folks striving to break patterns of intergenerational trauma!
(347) 801-7665 View (347) 801-7665
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Batool Almoshelli
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68106  (Online Only)
I have worked with individuals/families for the past ten years specializing in helping those who have experienced relational trauma/attachment wounds, challenging life transitions, intersectional identity issues and sexual concerns.
You have decided it's time for a change and therapy is a great tool to get you there. We can work on finding your inner strength and ultimately achieve your goals to improve your quality of life. We'll work together to enhance your/your teen's strengths to help you overcome the challenges you are currently experiencing as well as helping you develop tools for your future. I believe therapy is a collaborative process in change and will be dedicated in walking through your journey with you.
I have worked with individuals/families for the past ten years specializing in helping those who have experienced relational trauma/attachment wounds, challenging life transitions, intersectional identity issues and sexual concerns.
You have decided it's time for a change and therapy is a great tool to get you there. We can work on finding your inner strength and ultimately achieve your goals to improve your quality of life. We'll work together to enhance your/your teen's strengths to help you overcome the challenges you are currently experiencing as well as helping you develop tools for your future. I believe therapy is a collaborative process in change and will be dedicated in walking through your journey with you.
(630) 599-7008 View (630) 599-7008
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Jihan Najjar
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68105  (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach is relational and liberation-oriented.
Throughout life, you may have faced injustices causing you to question your worth. I strive for my clients to be fully seen and held in compassion as we explore your past and how it has shaped you, while discovering ways to reclaim your power in the face of interpersonal and systemic harm. I have specialized training and experience in working with substance use (particularly in harm-reduction), PTSD and trauma, intimate partner violence, anger management, self-compassion, men and masculinity, veterans, and the LGBTQ+ community.
My therapeutic approach is relational and liberation-oriented.
Throughout life, you may have faced injustices causing you to question your worth. I strive for my clients to be fully seen and held in compassion as we explore your past and how it has shaped you, while discovering ways to reclaim your power in the face of interpersonal and systemic harm. I have specialized training and experience in working with substance use (particularly in harm-reduction), PTSD and trauma, intimate partner violence, anger management, self-compassion, men and masculinity, veterans, and the LGBTQ+ community.
(402) 798-4833 View (402) 798-4833
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Alex Farquhar-Leicester
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLMHP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68101
, abuse, grief), relational conflict/tension, neurodivergence (i.
Hi! Thank you for being here. Therapy is a vulnerable but rewarding journey, and even being on this page represents a significant step toward healing. I hope we can work together to define and cultivate a more fulfilling connection to yourself and the important people in your life. I view clients as professional peers and equals—people who have valuable insight and contributions to their learning and growth. As such, my approach to therapy is one that acknowledges, supports, and values collaboration in the work we engage. Together we will navigate a path toward healing and joy.
, abuse, grief), relational conflict/tension, neurodivergence (i.
Hi! Thank you for being here. Therapy is a vulnerable but rewarding journey, and even being on this page represents a significant step toward healing. I hope we can work together to define and cultivate a more fulfilling connection to yourself and the important people in your life. I view clients as professional peers and equals—people who have valuable insight and contributions to their learning and growth. As such, my approach to therapy is one that acknowledges, supports, and values collaboration in the work we engage. Together we will navigate a path toward healing and joy.
(402) 736-6799 View (402) 736-6799
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Shelby Johnson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68102
Utilizing an integrated and collaborative approach, we will examine the early experiences, relational patterns, and cultural and identity factors that are unique to you.
As a Licensed Psychologist, I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals from all different walks of life representing a variety of presenting concerns. I have worked with children, teens, and adults in settings ranging from a community clinic, to a college counseling center, to a hospital. My most specialized experience and training involves working with individuals with complex trauma, perfectionism, problems with self-esteem and body image, grief and loss, identity development, and phase of life concerns, as well as co-occurring issues including anxiety and depression.
Utilizing an integrated and collaborative approach, we will examine the early experiences, relational patterns, and cultural and identity factors that are unique to you.
As a Licensed Psychologist, I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals from all different walks of life representing a variety of presenting concerns. I have worked with children, teens, and adults in settings ranging from a community clinic, to a college counseling center, to a hospital. My most specialized experience and training involves working with individuals with complex trauma, perfectionism, problems with self-esteem and body image, grief and loss, identity development, and phase of life concerns, as well as co-occurring issues including anxiety and depression.
(918) 731-2865 View (918) 731-2865
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Sam Bunnyfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LIMHP, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68144
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.
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.
(402) 313-4906 View (402) 313-4906
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Natasha Gartin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68114
I enjoy working with older adolescents, young adults, and adults in an individual counseling setting. I am a neurodivergent affirming provider and strive to support each client as an individual based on their unique circumstances and needs. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of a successful counseling experience and enjoy building these relationships with my clients. My goal is to engage you in the process of positive change by establishing the skills needed to manage and heal from life's challenging situations. I work to understand your experiences and empower you to achieve and maintain your goals.
I enjoy working with older adolescents, young adults, and adults in an individual counseling setting. I am a neurodivergent affirming provider and strive to support each client as an individual based on their unique circumstances and needs. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of a successful counseling experience and enjoy building these relationships with my clients. My goal is to engage you in the process of positive change by establishing the skills needed to manage and heal from life's challenging situations. I work to understand your experiences and empower you to achieve and maintain your goals.
(402) 207-9741 View (402) 207-9741
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Meg Quintana
Counselor, MA, LMHP-NE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68154
I have a passion for working with 3 groups of people:; adolescents, adult men and women and couples. I work from an office in Omaha and do Telehealth as well. I am an EMDR trained therapist who combines parts work with EMDR. One goal is to help people reduce distressing emotions and regain positive ones and change those haunting negative self beliefs. . .
I have a passion for working with 3 groups of people:; adolescents, adult men and women and couples. I work from an office in Omaha and do Telehealth as well. I am an EMDR trained therapist who combines parts work with EMDR. One goal is to help people reduce distressing emotions and regain positive ones and change those haunting negative self beliefs. . .
(402) 316-3326 View (402) 316-3326
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Allen Chohon
Counselor, MA, LIMHP, LADC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68134
Life happens! We each determine how we are going to live it. I believe that you are called to overcome struggles, and to thrive in your journey. As a counselor and mental health therapist, I help individuals, married couples, and families along their journeys. Together we collaborate to develop a treatment plan tailored just for you, and then follow through with achieving your goals.
Life happens! We each determine how we are going to live it. I believe that you are called to overcome struggles, and to thrive in your journey. As a counselor and mental health therapist, I help individuals, married couples, and families along their journeys. Together we collaborate to develop a treatment plan tailored just for you, and then follow through with achieving your goals.
(402) 704-4581 View (402) 704-4581
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Vanessa Laskowski
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68144
Waitlist for new clients
I believe we desire and deserve to live lives full of connection, purpose, fulfillment and love. This means feeling worthy from within and engaging in healthy, supportive relationships. Our self-doubt, critical voice, feeling not good enough and unhealthy relationships all get in the way of achieving this. I feel many of our current struggles are rooted in childhood stemming from our early attachments and the roles we have fallen into. To heal from within involves not only becoming aware of our unconscious attachment patterns but also courageously facing underlying emotions uncovered via the safe, vital therapeutic relationship.
I believe we desire and deserve to live lives full of connection, purpose, fulfillment and love. This means feeling worthy from within and engaging in healthy, supportive relationships. Our self-doubt, critical voice, feeling not good enough and unhealthy relationships all get in the way of achieving this. I feel many of our current struggles are rooted in childhood stemming from our early attachments and the roles we have fallen into. To heal from within involves not only becoming aware of our unconscious attachment patterns but also courageously facing underlying emotions uncovered via the safe, vital therapeutic relationship.
(402) 316-1350 View (402) 316-1350
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Dr. Joshua M Brown
Psychologist, PhD, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68106
Dr. Brown is a Licensed Psychologist in Omaha, Nebraska, focusing on couples/individual counseling and Military/Veteran/first responder therapy. He specializes in relationship issues (new, strained, separation, divorce, parenting), depression and anxiety-related concerns, adjustment disorders and life transitions, memory and aging, grief, loss, and bereavement, communication related concerns and anxieties, trauma/PTSD (military and non military), sexual traumas, personality disorders, including borderline, antisocial, OCPD, and addictions.
Dr. Brown is a Licensed Psychologist in Omaha, Nebraska, focusing on couples/individual counseling and Military/Veteran/first responder therapy. He specializes in relationship issues (new, strained, separation, divorce, parenting), depression and anxiety-related concerns, adjustment disorders and life transitions, memory and aging, grief, loss, and bereavement, communication related concerns and anxieties, trauma/PTSD (military and non military), sexual traumas, personality disorders, including borderline, antisocial, OCPD, and addictions.
(402) 577-0357 View (402) 577-0357
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Randy Hager
Counselor, LMHP, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68127
Negative experiences in your past don't have to leave you anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed. Likewise, present politics, weather, and finances can produce symptoms. Process both, your past and the present, in healthy ways. Stresses from today can trigger past experiences and negative habits. I will help you get through today and give you hope for tomorrow. It makes no difference if you are gay or straight, faith or no faith, black, brown or white, you are welcomed here. Your concerns can be safely explored and your beliefs respected. Make today a turning point to a better life.
Negative experiences in your past don't have to leave you anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed. Likewise, present politics, weather, and finances can produce symptoms. Process both, your past and the present, in healthy ways. Stresses from today can trigger past experiences and negative habits. I will help you get through today and give you hope for tomorrow. It makes no difference if you are gay or straight, faith or no faith, black, brown or white, you are welcomed here. Your concerns can be safely explored and your beliefs respected. Make today a turning point to a better life.
(402) 581-9717 View (402) 581-9717
Relational Therapists

How does relational therapy work?

Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.

Is relational therapy evidence-based?

Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.

How long are people typically in relational therapy?

Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.

Does relational therapy work?

While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.