Female Therapists in Saline County, NE

My passion is to help each individual I work with meet their personal goals. I believe by exploring our past we can find self compassion and understanding while making steps to improving the future. I have experience working with clients from a variety of backgrounds and upbringings. I am non-judgmental and strength based.

My clinical area of interest and training is in behavioral pediatric counseling and cognitive behavioral therapy. I use my training to promote positive mental and behavioral health to children and their families. I use skills from a treatment approach called Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) to teach caregivers positive parenting and relationship-enhancing skills. PCIT teaches behavior management strategies to manage disruptive behavior, aggression, and promote adhering to instructions and family home rules.

Every person wants happiness and contentment, but we also face challenges that leaves us confused, or even stuck. I realize it may not always be easy coming to a therapist, but personal growth, empowerment, and feeling whole are wonderful gifts to yourself. My hope is to foster trust by providing a safe environment to make sense of thoughts, feelings and pain. I love what I do and feel honored to gain your trust and hear about life, joys, and struggles.

Barbara Peeks Dunn, M.S., Licensed Mental Health Practitioner, Certified Professional Counselor: I counsel individuals, couples, adolescents, children and families. My home office is comfortable, private, and centrally located in Lincoln. You will never wait for your appointment to begin and will generally be able to make an appointment within a few days. Counseling sessions are focused on helping clients develop problem-solving strategies for life's difficulties by using their personal strengths and natural family network. I coordinate services with other professionals, including teachers, physicians, and social service agencies and accept most health insurance including Tricare, BlueCrossBlueShield and United Healthcare.

If you are looking for a professional partner to help you with something in your life, you've come to the right place. Life can be a challenge; it's time for you to grow emotionally and strengthen your psychological skillset. I've been helping clients for nearly 25 years and I use my professional experience to collaborate with you so that together, we can find ways to make even small changes possible. I focus on evidence based treatments; meaning we actually measure your symptoms over time and ensure that things are improving. It's not easy but worth it!

Hi, I'm Erika Ashby! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with experience providing individual, couple, & family therapy in English and Spanish. I also have training in Medical Family Therapy. I am a native of California and moved to Lincoln, Nebraska in 2011 to attend graduate school at UNL. My husband and I have 4 children, and we have enjoyed raising our children in the Midwest! My approach to therapy incorporates not only the emotional and mental components of health traditionally focused on in therapy, but also the physical, social and spiritual components of our health and how they intersect and impact our overall wellbeing.

My mission is to interactively provide individuals, couples and families the tools to rebuild, restore and regain control of their lives, exploring underlying issues related to cognitive and dialectical reframing, addiction & trauma related issues. I am also trained in (PCIT) Parent Child Interactive Therapy- A short-term program, specialized behavior management program designed for young children experiencing behavioral and or emotional difficulties. I am also trained in (EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitization, Adoption Competency and Addiction/Sex Offender Treatment.

" A medical diagnosis can be a terrifying time for you and your family, it can feel as if life is lost or has been stolen. Therapy allows individuals and their families make the transition from a medical diagnosis to living life again." I Am CURRENTLY OFFERING TELEHEALTH. PLEASE CALL 402-420-2650

Talking about mental health can be a sensitive topic, but my goal is to provide a safe non-judgmental space where you can explore and prioritize yourself and your mental well-being at your pace. I am dedicated to supporting individuals who have experienced trauma and helping them heal and thrive. My commitment extends to collaborating with children (2-12), adolescents (13-18), and families to cultivate positive transformations, genuine happiness, and stronger, healthier relationships. Additionally, I devote my time to Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), where I aim to improve and create secure connections and environment.

Do you believe that you or your child may have ADHD, Autism, or a mental health disorder? Are you concerned that your child's behavior at home or school may be a bigger problem than the usual stubbornness? Did you or your previously A student child go off to college and now your fear that it might not work out? Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling to keep up at home or work, and you think more may be going than just the usual adult stress? These are great reasons to seek out a psychological evaluation to get an accurate diagnosis. Together, we will figure out what is going on and put together a plan that works!

Now Accepting New Clients: Recognizing your struggling and wanting to seek help is hard. Working toward healing and sitting in a therapy room ready to share your experiences is one of the most difficult things we can do as humans. If you are ready to begin your healing journey or continue your process, I strive to provide a safe space where you can be seen, heard, and acknowledged. A place where it is safe to sit with the scary, dark, worrisome, happy, and hopeful parts of you and work toward a place you want to be. I primarily work with individuals and couples.

I believe in the transformative power of therapy. My practice is dedicated to providing compassionate and inclusive mental health support to individuals from all walks of life. Whether you're seeking help for the first time or continuing your journey, I'm here to guide you towards healing and personal growth. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, life adjustments, grief and loss, trauma, relationship issues, and parenting skills, using a client focused, holistic approach to therapy.

Life often has many "waves" which can be difficult to surf through. You may experience feelings of being hopeless and alone to face your challenges. Larimar Emotional Wellness and Recovery is here to help you explore those challenges, face them with support and encouragement along the way.