Why should I call a counselor?
Mental health conditions, life experiences, medical conditions and trauma, relationship and family dynamics can make it difficult to carry on with every day activities. A trained and compassionate therapist can be tremendous asset in getting back to an even better version of yourself and level of functioning. Many mental health conditions-- including anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders-- are best treated by a combination of therapy and medications.
Depression & Anxiety
Depression and anxiety have become increasingly common conditions in American adults, with estimates of up to 8% of adults being diagnosed with depression, and 19% of adults being diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. Treatment usually includes medication plus individual therapy, such as CBT.
Transitions & Adjustment
Any major life transition can lead to difficulties in functioning. Clinicians refer to this as adjustment disorders. The natural aging process, family changes, divorce or step-parenting, loss or change in employment are just some examples of major life transitions. Speaking with a therapist can help with adding new perspectives and coping tools to help you adjust.
Self Esteem & Social Issues
As humans, we all want to feel a sense of security and belonging in our relationships and within our communities. Social anxiety and decreased self-confidence can interfere with our ability to establish and maintain lasting connections. If you find yourself having difficulties within your relationships, please reach out to us for help and support.
Trauma & Abuse
Many adults have experienced some kind of traumatic life event. This can include, but is not limited to, childhood abuse and neglect, sexual assault, intimate partner violence, natural disasters, and violence. Trauma is a subjective experience that affects the body's survival systems and increases the likelihood of symptoms consistent with PTSD, hypervigilance, stress, anxiety, and more. Fortunately, there are clinical interventions, such as EMDR, that can minimize symptoms and restore functioning.
Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse
An individual's relationship with religion is deeply personal and connected to not only the physical body but the spiritual self. Our clinicians are very familiar with the intersection of mental health, faith, and religious formation, and work closely with individuals who have experienced a crisis of faith or spiritual abuse.