Services

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 Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Through counseling treatment, we are able to help you recover motivation, perspective, and discover joy that you once had in your life.   

• About 40 to 50 percent of married couples in the United States divorce. The divorce rate for subsequent marriages is even higher.  
• Parents of a “blended family” face plenty of challenges, but there are things you can do to make communication easier and help children adjust to their new reality. 

Couples Therapy

• Taking time to focus on your relationship can be key to developing a long lasting and satisfying relationship.

Premarital Counseling 

• Healthy marriages are good for couples’ mental and physical health. They are also good for children; growing up in a happy home protects children from mental, physical, educational and social problems. 

Co-parenting post Divorce

• Co-parenting is important to childrens' emotional and physical well-being. It is common to find some difficulties in developing this plan and relationship.  

 Trauma can come in various forms and create uncomfortable feelings affecting us in many ways. Choosing to address your trauma and move forward in a healthier manner can be life-changing. We offer EMDR as a treatment option upon consultation for specific trauma treatment.  EMDR is a form of therapy developed in the 1980s by Dr. Francine Shapiro and can be used to reprocess disturbing events. By using tapping or eye movement to stimulate the brain, memories can be stored in a new setting and feel more neutral to the individual. EMDR takes into account the past, present, and future and can be an effective treatment for individuals struggling with the past and its impacts on the present and future. Below are some websites with further information regarding EMDR and what to expect: https://www.emdr.com/what-is-emdr/ https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/ 

  “The strength that is displayed in labor and birth is something that no one can EVER take from you in your life. Elixir of courage.” –Desirre Andrews

• Birth/delivery preparation and consultation services as well as training for professionals.   
• Mindfullness skills to take control of Your birth experience.    

Research shows that birth outcome is a variable known to affect bonding (Gunning, 2004, Hoffenkamp, 2012).   Achieving the desired birth experience will result in less psychological trauma to the mother (Soest, 2012; Beck, 2004).  

 It is common for women to experience emotional struggles postpartum. This can appear days after having your baby or months later and affect your ability to care for your baby, yourself, your relationship, etc. It is important to seek treatment for support. Consultation Available.  

It is common for children to experience moodiness, anxiety, depression and coping struggles as they grow and learn. At times some children may struggle more than others. Therapy can help by allowing your child the opportunity to learn to identify and process their experience of emotions and to communicate these in a healthy manner.   

Due to the nature of their work, first responders may be at increased risk for depression, post traumatic stress disorder, maladaptive stress management or suicide. (2017, Northwestern University) Whether you need a required evaluation for employment purposes or choose to use your consultation to process the challenging demands and traumatic exposure you have experienced, we can assist to meet your needs in a safe and confidential manner. 

Navigating the legalities of immigration can be stressful. Completing the required mental health assessment shouldn't be. We can assist you in navigating the assessment for the particular immigration need you may have. Please know which type of evaluation you require for your case as well as have any available supporting documentation ready (police reports, family demographics, employment history, medical history, important dates or any letters of support) 

Types of Evaluations:

VAWA (victim of domestic violence)

Petition for Extreme Hardship Waiver

Removal of Conditions

Stopping Deportation

U Visa (victim of a crime)