Therapists in Indiana

Welcome to my profile! I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Indiana with over 13 years of experience assisting individuals in reaching their goals. I'm also a strong supporter and ally of the LGBTQIA+ community. My style is highly collaborative and solution-focused; understanding your life and perspective is my first priority. You are the expert on you and I bring with me experience and different strategies to help you on the path of your choosing, or help you to identify what that path would like, if you're not quite sure. While I tend to keep the focus in the here and now, if there are problems from the past that are impacting the present, we can explore those as well, if you choose to. I use several techniques in my "tool box" to provide individualized, comprehensive care, including behavioral therapies (CBT, DBT) and EMDR. Congratulations on taking the first, and often difficult, step towards creating the life that you want. Change, even when welcomed and anticipated, can bring with it a certain level of uncertainty. It takes courage to work through those unknowns and move forward, be sure to give yourself kudos for venturing out to explore a new way of doing things. When you decide to take the next step, feel free to reach out.

I am a licensed mental health counselor in Indiana and Florida with more than 2 decades of experience treating and supporting youth, adults and families. In my work I have helped individuals and families identify and address the issues that are causing them distress. These range from depression and anxiety to physical and sexual abuse. I have worked with those struggling with addiction and have provided support for those who love individuals with addictions. It is my belief is that it is within a warm, trusting relationship that individuals are most likely to be able to understand and develop a plan for changing their lives. I believe it takes courage to reach out for support and that my role is to partner with you to achieve your goals. To that end my approach pulls from person-centered and cognitive behavioral practices to support your progress. Together we will work to establish a treatment plan with goals and action steps to move you forward. I would be honored to partner with you if you are ready to begin the journey. I look forward to working with you,

I am licensed in Florida with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois and Indiana, I have spent most of my career working to help people that have experienced trauma understand their own narrative. Sometimes, life events occur in adulthood that necessitate short term intervention to assist us to process, understand and reset. My treatment approach involves not only listening, but more importantly, hearing exactly what each person chooses to tell me so that I can understand their unique issue and help them move forward. Your treatment plan will be created by you and for you so that the piece of you that has been impacted is made whole. I look forward to meeting you and working together to empower you to be excited about today, tomorrow and your future.

I am licensed in Indiana with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship & codependency issues, grief & loss, & self esteem. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I will always keep it 100 with you & I do not make promises I cannot keep. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. Welcome to Real Talk Real Me Therapy where we'll get real & discover the ME you are meant to be!

I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for more than 30 years. I have a BA in communications from Webster College and an MSW from St. Louis University, both located in St. Louis, MO. My work as a therapist has been in community mental health, in-patient psychiatry, addictions and in private practice. I also spent time as a behavior specialist for the Medicaid Waiver Program working with developmentally disabled people. My approach to therapy is typically client-centered. I use family systems, CBT, psychodynamic, motivational interviewing and other approaches in my work. I have been fortunate to have walked with hundreds of men, women and teens on their journey toward a more satisfying life, physically. psychologically and spiritually.

Hello! My name is Betty Laird and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Indiana with over 35 years of experience. I attended Loyola University in Chicago. I believe that we are all amazing, complicated and resilient beings as well as vulnerable to stress and loss. At times we all need a safe place to give voice to our pain, explore our perceptions of ourselves and others and have a companion on our journeys toward healing. My approach is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment in which the therapeutic relationship is the vehicle of change. I have experience with grief and loss issues, fertility and adoption challenges, compassion fatigue, trauma and PTSD, anxiety and depression, mood and personality disorders. I also use cinematherapy ( use of film to explore personality , coping and conflict resolution) .

I am licensed in Indiana with 19 years of professional work experience with the vast majority of that experience working with adults. I have experience in helping clients with mood management, stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, anger management, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I approach therapy with a combination of motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy and using the therapeutic relationship we build to support and encourage you. I listen and work with you to help achieve your treatment goals. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Iowa with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Thank you for taking the time and interest in the journey to a better you! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Addictions Counselor (LCAC) in Indiana. I have 22 years of professional work experience in mental health and addictions counseling with 17 years of this being fully licensed. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, depression/anxiety along with many mental health concerns. I have experience in many areas not only including therapy for depression and anxiety but so much more. I have worked with families and children including parenting issues, family addictions, relationship problems, foster care, adoption, abandonment, trauma, neglect, abuse (child and adults), victims of domestic violence, mood disorders, psychosis, grief due to loss of family, aging, medical problems, and traumatic/unexpected deaths. I practice several types of pf psychotherapy including Psychoanalysis, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Relational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), and Psychodynamic Therapy. We would work towards making short/long term goals and a treatment plan that is best for what you need. There also is always a need for better communication skills, relaxation techniques, mindfulness, meditation, self-care exercises, coping skills, positive thinking and goals that can be set to work towards with whatever is desired. I have had many personal experiences in my life to add to my experience level in helping people with whatever they need. I meet you where you are and start on the road to a healthier and happier you. Copies skills and empowering yourself is the first steps to taking direction of your life and your journey. I am open to discuss anything you need to help make a treatment plan that suits you on an individual basis. No judgement, unbiased and here to support anyone who could benefit from having someone to talk to when things get rough to planning your future how you want to live it! No matter how big or little your current situation may feel. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Therapy can be hard. Regardless of what brought you here, know that I am here to listen and assist. You are the driver and we will move at your speed. I will challenge you along the way and encourage you to be flexible. I want you to take yourself seriously and commit to frank conversations. I want you to learn to hold yourself accountable. I want you to learn about self-compassion, self-care and the importance of boundaries within your relationships. Overall, I want a client who wants to make changes. I prefer for my first session with clients to be more casual than formal. I will ask you basic questions to gather some background information about you. These questions will mirror some of the questions on your intake form. The main goal of this session is to get to know each other. You can ask me questions too. You can share as little or as much as you want. I also like to discuss what your goals are for therapy as getting an idea of what your expectations and aspirations are is what drives your therapy sessions.

My name is Valorie James, and I hold licenses to provide counseling services in Illinois, Michigan and Indiana. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief, coping with loss, motivation, self-esteem, & confidence and much more. I also have experience working with individuals coping with life changes. My counseling approach is both focused and professional but also relaxed. I am known for being supportive, attentive, and impartial. I focus on identifying your strengths and helping you maximize them to overcome obstacles and/or manage them effectively in your life. I am available to assist you in addressing current challenges and provide a safe space for honest communication. You have taken the first and most crucial step by reaching out for help. After your review of this message, should you choose to move forward, feel free to view my calendar and choose a day an time that fits you best. Cheers on taking steps to participate in counseling, regardless of whether this is your first go around or not. I recognize it takes courage and thank you for considering me to help you on this journey.

I am licensed in Indiana with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, depression, & coping with life changes. I particularly enjoy working with women in transitional periods but am open to all clients. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am a licensed mental health counselor in Indiana with 3 years of professional work experience. I have worked with groups and individuals both in person and via telehealth. I have experience helping clients with addictions, relational conflicts, depression and anxiety, dealing with life changes, and suffering from compassion fatigue. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I use a lot of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in my counseling because it has been very effective for clients to learn new ways of thinking which seems to affect every area of their lives positively. However, I incorporate elements of other therapies as well. Every client is unique, so I tailor my approach to best meet your needs and goals on your treatment plan. You just took a significant step by signing up for therapy. It must be that you are ready for some kind of change. Way to be proactive! I look forward to walking alongside you during this part of your journey and supporting you in any way I can.