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Individual adults and couples tell me that I am unlike most other therapists that they have worked with and that they feel like I work very hard with them. My clients tell me that they feel supported and comfortable in our sessions and that I have the ability to keep track of the important details of their lives. Our work pays dividends to you as you develop lifelong tools to: manage conflict, improve communication, lower stress, and reduce anxiety and depression. We will work together to help you become empowered with the confidence to take care of yourself while also “juggling” life’s commitments, resulting in you finally getting the life that you want.

As experienced, highly-credentialed clinical psychologists and couples counselors, Dr. Joel Stukalin and Dr. Sara Mandelbaum have the necessary background to conduct short-term or psychoanalystic psychotherapy with clients. This means that clients can decide to work on direct symptom-relief or more comprehensive therapy that may lead to a deeper understanding of inner-conflicts, self-aspirations and unconscious processes. In order to do our psychotherapy compassionately and effectively, Dr. Joel and Dr. Sara collaborate closely with clients to understand their initial motives and unfolding goals within the psychotherapy process. Clients often benefit from this higher standard of care.

As a psychotherapist I work with individuals and families that are dealing with life's challenges including depression, anxiety, relationship issues and family conflict. My approach is to help you understand yourself and to utilize your strengths to grow and overcome these challenges. Life can be difficult. You don't need to deal with these challenges alone. Let me give you the tools you need to successfully conquer these difficulties. I will help you believe in yourself and to find joy once again.

I use a number of psychotherapy approaches which assist people in a wide array of therapeutic genres. From marital counseling, premarital counseling, couples counseling, family counseling, individual counseling, and more I help those to work through whatever issues they desire to address. Individual circumstances warrant different tactics and therapy techniques. I customize my therapy and counseling sessions to each individual situation and make sure that I target one's therapy and counseling according to their own needs and goals.

Psychotherapy is the use of psychological methods to help a person change behavior and overcome problems in a positive manner. Its aim is to help people understand the thoughts behind feeling anxious or depressed and addressing these thinking patterns. Psychotherapy will help you change behaviors and habits that are limiting you, to experiencing your fullest potential.

My psychotherapy practice includes a variety of modalities developed over 20 years of experience working with clients. It always begins and ends with our relationship. I am an empathic, supportive, and engaging partner, and I help clients set and achieve personal goals. Therapy with me is an enjoyable process that clients look forward to as they begin to feel better and move closer to their desired outcomes.

My approach to therapy is that it must be a collaborative partnership. We start with fostering this trusting relationship and learn to work together. Then I can give you concrete tools and strategies which we can practice together. Then it is your turn to practice and implement these strategies in daily life, and maintain an open discussion about what is helping/working and what is not. My approach is not "one size fits all" but is tailored to your needs and your lifestyle.

I welcome and foster your deep expression of joy, sadness, vulnerability, wisdom, as well as lack of clarity. When you know that you are fully accepted as yourself, and when you can fully see yourself, then you can also accept and love your full self as you truly are. By the therapy pointing to moments and narratives that are full of authenticity and feeling, and highlighting those into awareness, you can start to sense and feel areas of yourself that you had forgotten existed, or had forgotten the importance of. Through therapy you will, through ongoing open discussion and emotional connection, reclaim lost parts of yourself and as a result, live more fully and thrive.

The mind, body and spirit are intimately connected to how we asses our overall health and wellness. Most of us can agree that our own mental, physical and spiritual wellness is the single most important priority in our lives. However, how much of our energy and hard work goes into nourishing and improving these areas of our lives? In today's fast paced world, many of us spend too much time and energy on areas of our lives that are draining and depleting and not nearly enough time on the areas of our lives that enrich and nourish our health, wellness and overall sense of joy. The good news is we all have the ability to adapt and change.

Psychotherapy is the use of psychological methods to help a person change behavior and overcome problems in a positive manner. Its aim is to help people understand the thoughts behind feeling anxious or depressed and addressing these thinking patterns. Psychotherapy will help you change behaviors and habits that are limiting you, to experiencing your fullest potential.

Psychotherapy is the psychological treatment of a mental health disorder. Psychological treatment consists of discussing your past to determine how it is impacting your present. We will work together to develop new coping strategies, perspectives, and insights to help you create the future you want. It is not an easy task, but it is worth it. Put some time into yourself and see what happens.

As a mental health counselor I provide Psychotherapy for individuals, families and groups. In my 30+ years of clinical practice, I have continued to expand upon my philosophy of human development and the expansion of each person’s capacity. Working with a collaborative approach, I assist my clients in building skills and strategies as together we uncover their uniqueness, and passion, while developing their purpose and potential. Through observation and positive feedback, my process, “The Five Steps For Healthy Change” was created to assist individuals of all ages and stages in moving from “Crisis To Capacity”. Come join me to begin the process of healthy change, one stage at a time.

Psychotherapy allows you to explore your struggles, issues, conflicts and insecurities in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. I work with you to assist you in finding ways to navigate and cope with your stressors. I utilize a solution focused approach, behavioral techniques and mindfulness, as well as other tools and techniques. Sessions are interactive.

In my continued endeavor to help and guide my patients, I embrace the Integrative Psychotherapy approach. In short, Integrative Psychotherapy is a “big picture” approach which seeks to bring together the therapeutic elements from the different schools of psychotherapy into the process of positive and wholesome change for the patient. Working in the Integrative Psychotherapy approach we can embrace and affirm your inherent values and your own inner healing ability. It is unifying and balancing.

Mental health means different things to different people and to different therapists. It is not always so simple. Some people who seek my services are ill and need to see a therapist to remain functional. For others, psychotherapy is a type of luxury that gives a deeper dimension to their lives,but yes..they would be fine without it. The process of psychotherapy is similar regardless, as I cautiously and respectfully enter another person's private world and try to untangle the the parts that cause distress and discomfort. Psychotherapy is just so different than talking to a friend. I tailor each therapeutic experience to each individual who seeks self awareness and understanding and peace.

James Hillman once said, "We've had a hundred years of psychotherapy and the world is getting worse." While there are many occasions where the validation and listening endemic to psychotherapy makes sense, there are times where we over assume that "feeling better" and "changing behavior" are the same. Grey Matters International, Inc. goes after the forgotten brain laws to behavior change that therapists miss when processing hours and hours of dialogues with people. Utilizing a cutting edge technology to facilitate the emotional process of change, we can make the therapy process way more effective, faster, and with less money spent. Contact kevin@kevinflemingphd.com or 877-606-6161.

I gear the therapy I provide to each individual client or couple based on what I believe will be most helpful. To me, psychotherapy begins when there is safety and a trusting therapeutic relationship. I meet the client where they are at and we work at a pace that feels comfortable for them. I have tremendous respect and admiration for my clients and appreciate their willingness to open up to me and let me into their lives.

Psychotherapy is not anything to be scared of, or intimidated about. Seeking out a therapist or being in therapy isn't an admission of weakness or some kind of character flaw. Therapy is a collaborative process and a partnership with someone who is trained in and experienced with facilitating personal growth. And in this process, you are in the driver's seat. Our minds and emotions and relationships involve complicated machinery just like our bodies do and in the same way a medical doctor helps you stay physically healthy, Psychotherapy is designed to help you be and stay mentally and socially strong, and continually in a position to take on life's many challenges as your best self.

Psychotherapy has been proven to relieve symptoms of stress. Stress comes in many forms, feelings, expressions and feels different for each person. My goal in psychotherapy is to hold a safe space for you to explore what it is that brought you here, so that, together with you, I can help you improve your life, reduce your stress symptoms as well as discover and experience meaning in everyday life.

Talk is powerful. Through talk we can learn how to listen, how to better understand ourselves and those around us, and begin the process of change. As a therapist, my goal is to listen to you and your needs so that I can give you the tools to move forward in your life and towards the goals you want to accomplish. In my practice I have helped individuals and couples deal with anxiety, depression, infidelity, and many life changes and challenges, and I know that no problem is too great too overcome. When you're ready for a real conversation, let's talk.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists , we have seen the ways that busy, accomplished people struggle. At Pathways Marriage and Family Therapy, our job is to help you become curious about why things are the way they are. We help you recognize triggers and shift from reacting situations to understanding and responding to them. We believe that having compassion for yourself and your past experiences leads you integrate all aspects of yourself into one thriving whole. You just need the guidance and expertise of a professional to help you.

Psychotherapy is a highly effective treatment for individuals, couples or families experiencing emotional turmoil. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is one type of psychotherapy that looks at how negative thoughts and feelings effect behavior. The C.B.T. approach teaches you techniques that can change these negative thoughts. Why struggle with feelings of depression, low self worth, poor body image and more when there may a treatment that can help you change your negative outlook.

My approach to psychotherapy integrates several different theoretical orientations. This includes cognitive behavioral, experiential, positive psychology, family systems, and psychodynamic therapies. Therefore treatment with me will likely involve both a detailed exploration of your background and at the same time provide practical solution oriented interventions. By developing a comprehensive understanding of your unique personality I can determine which combination of approaches is most appropriate for you at different points throughout your treatment to most effectively assist you.

Psychotherapy is the use of psychological methods to help a person change behavior and overcome problems in a positive manner. Its aim is to help people understand the thoughts behind feeling anxious or depressed and addressing these thinking patterns. Psychotherapy will help you change behaviors and habits that are limiting you, to experiencing your fullest potential.

Although there are those who do not believe in the effects of psychotherapy, I have come to find the true success it brings as I see someone leave my office after meeting their own goals and experiencing personal success. I view psychotherapy as an opportunity to have a safe place to discuss current issues, struggles, and concerns and work through them in a judgment free zone.