Addiction Therapists in Omaha, NE

Everyone goes through challenging situations in life and while you most certainly have successfully navigated through past difficulties you've faced, there's nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. Whatever your challenges are, I want to help support you. It's often easier to tackle challenging situations when we feel supported, encouraged, valued and understood. In a comfortable and safe atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to meet your individual needs. I will meet you where you are, with compassion and empathy. I offer honesty, integrity and the highest level of confidentiality.

Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, depression or other mood problems? Are you trying to connect with your child or teen but cannot find a way to get through to them? We are facing increased stress due to the global pandemic, social isolation and adjustment to constant stressors. Join me at Creative Counseling and Studio where I utilize art therapy, person-centered and trauma informed care to help you and your child get back on track. We will collaborate in maximizing on strengths and creating meaningful connections to themselves and others. Let's get you or your child feeling better, using coping skills, and living well.

I am accepting clients in June 2024. Are you struggling with family, friends or significant other relationships? Does it seem like you end up in the same place again? Or maybe you feel stuck, you've lost your oomph, or life is on repeat. Maybe you feel alone and that no one has your back. Somewhere along the way you lost who you were. We're so busy with making others happy or trying to get everything done, it doesn't seem like there's anything else left in the end. If you are dealing with shame, substance use, toxic families and relationships, mental or emotional abuse, anxiety, depression, burnout or stress-please reach out.

Making the decision to seek therapy can be overwhelming and scary. I want to help guide you through the process to find a clear path to emotional well-being. Over the past nine years I have worked in medical social work and inpatient psychiatric facilities. I have experience working with individuals who suffer from anxiety, depression, stress, bipolar disorder, and substance abuse. I am a strength-based therapist, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, trauma-informed therapy, and person-centered approaches.

Allowing yourself to be open to participating in therapy can be a scary step. I hope to ease some of those fears by creating a supportive environment that provides space for you to work on your goals, at your pace. My goal is to provide you concrete skills to use in your everyday life, to help you achieve your goals, help with symptom relief, and improve quality of life.

**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** No matter where my clients are at in treatment, I will meet them there. I work with clients to find the path that works best for their unique situation. I have clinical experience working with children and adolescents with trauma, and their families, as well as experience working with individuals of all ages diagnosed with behavioral, chronic mental health and substance abuse disorders. I've worked in probation, foster care and multidisciplinary teams. Ultimately, it is my goal to find the method that will help each of my clients live their lives to the fullest.

We are Faith Based Counseling. Wherever you may be in life's journey, we are committed to helping you find strength, knowledge, and the skills to break the patterns that damage relationships and cause emotional pain. It is our mission to help hurting people find genuine healing. The therapists at Spence Counseling Center specialize in marriage and family therapy, teens, grief and loss, sexual addictions, anxiety and depression, substance abuse, and other mental health issues.

“Healing does not mean the damage never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives.” Everyone deserves to live their absolute best life. Challenges may arise, however, that are difficult to overcome. You may be seeking help because you are experiencing pain, fear, anxiety, or a sense of hopelessness. You may feel stuck around a particular issue or unable to let go of events from the past. I understand how frightening and isolating these feelings can be. As your therapist, I will be honored to hear your story and offer my support and care as I help you develop the skills needed to reach your goals.

We all need a supportive ear at times. This could be dealing with everyday stressors or healing from past experiences. I would love to walk beside you through your journey. I have experience working with a variety of people through prior work in social services. Working with children and families who have experienced many different circumstances is familiar to me. I strive to create a therapeutic space where each person feels heard and is accepted for who they are.

Let’s come together to discover your courage to grow, adapt, and prosper! Therapy is a beautiful process that empowers us to deepen our self knowledge and make breakthroughs in whatever is holding us back; whether things have gotten too difficult or you’re in a longstanding battle of feeling unwell. Your experiences, relationships, mental health and physical health can all have an impact on how you show up in your life. These experiences can build up over time and erode our sense of peace and confidence. Our relationships become strained and we begin to feel more isolated.

Therapy or Counseling is defined as "helping people live happier, healthier, and more productive lives". As a therapist I apply research-based techniques to help my clients develop more effective habits and behaviors. I approach counseling as a collaborative exercise; where we work together to resolve your goals.

“There is no darkness without a light”. We all have experienced, at one time or another emotional darkness. Therapy is the way to walk you through the light. I am here to support you. Therapy with me is a collaborative effort. I provide a free judgement zone and you are entitled to every emotion. It is not easy seeking help and I’m proud of you starting your process in finding a provider. Together we will work to create a safe space where you can grow, heal, and reach the light. My goal is to assist individuals through life’s challenges.

My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, addiction and interpersonal relationship difficulties. I believe that therapy can bring conscious awareness to adaptive patterns and limiting beliefs that hold us back from living authentically. I use a casual, non-judgmental approach to sessions, drawing from several styles of therapy based on client need. I take a collaborative approach and view the therapeutic alliance as a significant contributor to change. I view “symptoms” or “problems” as meaningful forms of expression that invite us to heal our relationship to self.

Today was the worst day of your life. You feel like you want to blow things up and then to put the icing on the cake your belt loop hooked on the door handle and ripped your favorite pair of jeans. You're fed up and don’t have the best set of coping skills. You turn to substances or impulsive behavior. You’re sick and tired of feeling like you don’t have a safe place to be yourself and work through your crap. I see you and I have been there too. It’s scary to think about what life could look like once you find a new way to process the things you’re dealing with in a healthy and safe way.

Choosing to seek counseling can be overwhelming and it's often done at a difficult time. I strive provide a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for you to talk, learn about yourself and ultimately heal. Together we will decide what approach will work best for you and set achievable goals. My role is to support you as you figure out what's working, what isn't, and how you can get back on track.

Making the decision to seek therapy is an empowering experience. My primary goal is creating a safe environment where healing can begin. I have fifteen years of social work experience in the health and mental health field, including hospice and palliative care. I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples and families through grief, infertility, medical illness, caregiver fatigue, and substance use concerns. I also have specialized interest in postpartum and pregnancy-related anxiety and depression. I take an individualized approach to care and cater treatment goals uniquely to each situation.

Whether you realize it or not, just by being here and considering a therapist you have already begun a journey of change. Whether you have a specific life goal or hurdle you are working on or if you are struggling with things like depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, addiction, relationship issues, or career-related struggles, my first goal is to provide you a safe, non-judgmental place to be listened to and understood.

Welcome to a space where healing begins. Taking the first step towards seeking therapeutic support is a courageous endeavor and I'm here to assure you that you're not alone. In this space, your wellbeing is a priority. As a dedicated therapist, my commitment is to provide you with a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment where your unique journey can unfold, If you're ready to embark on a path of growth and positive change, I encourage you to take that next step. Your healing journey starts with a simple call and lets begin this transformative journey together.

Life can be challenging. Finding the courage to talk to someone about those challenges is the best gift you can give yourself. My hope is to be a co-pilot as you make changes in your journey to overcome the challenges that life has given you. I am experienced in working with many life stages, including school age, adolescents, young adults, middle adults, and mature adults.