Licensed Professional Counselor, M.A., LPC, CART, EMDR Certified Therapist, BSP Certified Therapist, BSP Consultant-in-Training, ICBCH Certified Professional Hypnotist, PPNE
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor who has worked therapeutically with clients in institutional and outpatient settings, and in private practice with individuals, couples, and families. My passion is to help people become empowered to embrace themselves and their strengths by helping release their distressing feelings and pain while simultaneously learning healthier coping skills to help you move towards improved day-to-day functioning. I now work exclusively in private practice and specialize in working with pre-adolescents, adolescents, and adults. There is nothing more sacred than watching a person blossom into who they are meant to be as they release the shackles of their disturbances and traumas. Just imagine how freeing it will be to feel happy, joyous, and free!
In years of practicing counseling and doing my own training and research, I have learned that besides knowing "Why" it is also important to know "How." I find many people knowing where their trauma or problem is coming from, but they are still not able to move forward and resolve the issue. My focus is on understanding the client's challenges and then helping them move forward with practical and manageable steps.
One of my favorite questions is, "Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" by Mary Oliver. I view therapy as a gift to yourself to create more meaningful experiences and develop resilience to overcome life's obstacles.
I began to pursue being a therapist because it is a source of healing and understanding and I want to help nurture that in others. I believe in paying it forward. There is a need to provide affordable and accessible mental health care. Therapy is a tool by which people can grow in the understanding of themselves and the world around them. IT is important to provide ethical and reliable care to those who want and need it. I try to guide the patient through the therapeutic experience by providing REST (Respect, Equality, Safety, and Trust.) This is one of the basic principles that I believe creates a healthy relationship. Come join me a safe space.
Oby has over 10 years of clinical experience and is licensed to practice in Texas & Nevada. She has worked as a Director of Nursing, Cardiac Step Down, PCU, ER, and psychiatry, among other nursing specializations. I diagnose and treat people from ages 12 and above with all forms of mental illness. Do you often feel anxious, or depressed, have mood swings, are not in touch with reality, or struggle with inattention? I understand how overwhelming and scary it can be. I want to help you overcome them. Within the first month, most of my clients see improvement. My extensive experience and knowledge in acute care medicine and psychiatry have helped me tremendously in determining when collaborative care is needed to deliver integrated mental health care to my patients. Therefore, we will discuss your present and past medical history. My method of providing psychiatric treatment is adaptable and integrative with your primary care physician, psychologist, neurologist, and therapist to achieve the ideal balance between the body and mind for a fulfilling existence. My goal in providing individualized patient care is to consider the patient's preferences and worries when providing treatment.
I specialize in the assessment and treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (cPTSD) to also include the anxiety and depression that so often accompanies traumatic experiences. Since the beginning of my career, I have worked with wide variety of people who have experienced some form of traumatic experience--including combat trauma, sexual assault, chronic physical and emotional abuse and chronic neglect from parental figures.
As a psychotherapist I pride myself on offering comprehensive and compassionate care through a holistic counseling approach. I integrate evidence-based techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy to address a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, couples' concerns, and grief and loss. My telehealth services provide convenience and accessibility, allowing you to receive support from the comfort of your own home. Whether you're navigating personal challenges or seeking to enhance your relationships, I am here to support you towards healing and growth. Contact me today to begin your journey towards a happier and healthier life.
Did you grow up in high-demand religion, such as a small fundamentalist church or an extremely conservative denomination? Has this affected your life in more ways than one, even if you're now an atheist adult? Maybe you still struggle to trust people, or feel like you fit in, or have strained family and romantic relationships.
I've been there, and I can help. Not all therapists understand what religious trauma is like, especially "lower-case 't' trauma" when you can't point to one single explanation for why church was harmful to you. A lot of religious trauma therapists are also Christian; this doesn't mean that they're bad at what they do, but you might feel the need to work with someone from a more agnostic or skeptical worldview.
If this sounds like what you're looking for, check out my website for more information and schedule a free consultation at www.bjonescounseling.com.
I dedicate myself to assisting individuals with obtaining their personal goals by improving their insight of self awareness. As your counselor I will be honest direct and empathetic by using positive reinforcement to help you keep moving forward. I thoroughly enjoy working one on one with clients by providing a safe, caring and confidential environment to explore your feelings, beliefs and behaviors.
I will help you work through challenging and influential memories from past to present. I will assist in goal setting and desired life changes. I am passionate about what I do and seeing my clients succeed.
Is stress piling on at home and work? Are you tired of anxious thoughts stealing your confidence? Maybe depression is weighing you down and holding you back. Are your relationships a source of conflict and angst instead of joy? If you answered yes, then it's time to start living your best life. Many exciting opportunities and life transitions can lead to an increase in anxiety or stress about how to adapt to new circumstances. Sometimes people simply feel like they need some extra support from time to time. Counseling isn't just for those who are struggling with mental illness. “Talk therapy” or counseling provides a safe, non-judgmental place to talk about your relationships, circumstances and experiences, to explore and expand your options, and to develop better skills to manage various life challenges. I enjoy working with clients who are ready to create change - or learn how to best respond to change - in their lives and their relationships. Contact me today to schedule your free, no pressure, 15-minute phone consultation to talk about how we can work together to make life good!
8 Years Experience
