Genea Newell
Peter Francisco has been quoted with saying, "If you always do what you’ve always done, you always get what you’ve always gotten". You are making a vital step in success, and for that I commend you.
With 20+ years as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Employee Assistance Professional, recognizing the balance between our thoughts and behaviors can be a bridge for a better outcome.
With 20+ years as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Employee Assistance Professional, recognizing the balance between our thoughts and behaviors can be a bridge for a better outcome. Circumstances can be tough. Recognizing our own strengths can help position us to overcome those tough moments.
First session
After brief introductions, I will guide the process of understanding what has occurred which has created the momentum for counseling at this time. I will ask questions that help me understand your history with a biopsychosocial approach.
Strengths
Meeting clients where they are. I bring sincere compassion and concern to support clients, facing their most challenging circumstances. Often clients share that I am able to relate more complex ideas into real world situations. Understanding the why of our behavior can help navigate the solution.
Ideal clients
Sometimes we get stuck in our circumstances and not quite sure of the best direction to go. I meet folks where they are at and support them in the process. I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is commonly used to support a variety of struggles when our thought patterns and behaviors become stumbling blocks. Common challenges addressed are depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance abuse, eating disorders, emotional trauma, grief, managing physical symptoms of a chronic illness, or coping with the stressful circumstances of daily life. Identifying Unhelpful Thinking: Sometimes our thoughts are limiting our success. Recognizing the pattern of unhelpful thinking creates a shift to think differently. Behavioral Changes: Together we will consider strategies such as role-playing and assigning homework to help you make positive changes in your behavior. Quick and Structured: CBT is designed to be solution-focused in fewer sessions.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling extend beyond understanding communication tips. Understanding the areas of trust, vulnerability and emotional connection are vital for a healthy relationship.
Family Therapy
The family structure has adjusted over time; therefore, recognizing healthy family dynamics is important for longer term success. As the family changes, we are able to understand what works best for the family, and what is needed for change.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
“Dialectical” means combining opposite ideas. Based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT offers support for individuals who experience more intense emotions. The goal is to learn more effective coping skills.
Location
Virtual sessions