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I utilize both cognitive behavioral & psychodynamic techniques to not only alleviate present symptoms but to begin identifying & resolving the underlying cause. Much like physical pain, which can often be addressed with medication, it is critical to understand & attend to what is causing the pain. This process involves exploring both the present & the past to recognize how different patterns & coping strategies developed as well as how they may be altered, creating a more healthful life. Some individuals come briefly & focus on a specific concern & others longer term to more deeply explore themselves & their patterns. There's no set way to do this. It's about what you need & where you are.

Our psychotherapy services are designed to address a variety of mental health concerns through evidence-based techniques. We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you reframe negative thoughts, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for emotional regulation, and mindfulness practices to enhance your overall well-being. Our therapists provide a safe, supportive environment to explore your feelings and develop personalized strategies for managing stress, anxiety, depression, and more. We aim to empower you to achieve lasting personal growth and improved mental health.

Let’s face it – many children and teenagers don’t like therapy or counseling. It’s boring. It’s uncomfortable. They’re not sure how it’s supposed to work. I approach kids differently than most therapists do. I don’t bombard them with a lot of questions and I don’t try to “get” them to talk with me—an undertaking I find as insulting to us both as it is unproductive. Instead, I introduce a variety of topics and see which ones evolve into conversations that can heal, animate, encourage, stimulate, or inspire. I answer questions, offer opinions, and say what I think is going on without ever trying to muscle any points across. I work quickly, but never rush.

Making the initial call is perhaps to worst part. But once your appointment is set, you will immediately experience relief. Deciding to seek help is in fact, a smart and courageous act. Therapy can be painful, but at least it doesn't require the use of sharp objects. In order to get well, you must face your fears, and accept the truth, no matter how ugly it may seem. And at last, you had the courage to connect with another human, crawl out from your hiding spot, and at last face the problem, be it embedded in past pain, or caused by a current crisis. Thank you for reaching out! We can now begin addressing and resolving whatever it was that's been holding you hostage for so long.

I use psychotherapy to help individuals address underlying sources of ongoing painful problems such as anxiety, depression, anger, and chronic problematic relationship patterns. This may include exploring past family dynamics and significant childhood events that have affected development. Increased understanding of the past can often lead to improvement in the present. I recommend tackling problems at their source because this allows the possibility of more permanent and deeper healing than can be achieved by simply addressing symptoms. As past events are gradually processed and resolved, we often feel that an emotional burden has been lifted; we just plain feel better!

My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each client’s unique needs. I focus on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we identify patterns, set meaningful goals, and develop practical skills to navigate life’s challenges. I draw on evidence-based strategies while honoring each person’s strengths and experiences, helping clients build self-awareness, resilience, and the tools they need to create lasting positive change.

Psychotherapy can help you understand the hidden emotions which affect your everyday thoughts and behaviors. I can help you recognize the underlying fears and motives which drive you to repeat the same mistakes over and over again. Whether your pain is rooted in a difficult past, unhealthy relationships or lifelong mental health struggles, healing is possible. I will help you recognize unhealthy patterns that keep repeating themselves in your life, robbing you of closeness with others and inner peace. Then you will be able to grow toward thinking and feeling in new ways and relating to others differently. You don't have to stay stuck in the same painful place; there is hope.

Eleanor utilizes an integrative therapeutic approach drawing on multiple theoretical approaches and evidence-based interventions to meet the individual needs of each client. Her training in therapeutic approaches utilized in sessions include Family Systems Therapy approaches, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Expressive Arts, and Attachment-Based therapies. Eleanor has earned accreditation in the Bader-Pearson Developmental Model of Couples Therapy, has completed an ICEEFT-endorsed Externship in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, completed Levels 1, 2 and 3 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and utilizes the models in her work. Schedule a consult 610-944-4327.

Therapy can provide the opportunity to express and process emotions in order to understand the root of a problem as well as create the possibility for lasting positive change. Therapy can also be a safe place where not only can you learn about who you are, you can come to understand what you want for your life. Therapy can help you make sense out of the loss and past traumas as well as a place to give voice and understand better our story and the meaning we make from that story we want to tell to others about our life and who we are.

Our positive and empowering therapeutic approach lets you build new tools for living, and create the life you want to live. Yes, you can change your world. Social therapy is not about getting into your head, but getting into your life. It is a psychology of becoming. We help people effectively use all of our creative, emotional and social resources to develop new approaches to living their lives with others – which enables people to transform their lives and the world.

If you are upset or stuck our work together will give you practical tools to have control over your anxiety, depression or anger and not have it ruin your life. You will get the support you need to use the tools that you will learn from our work together. If you problem is deep rooted you will understand where it came from and most importantly what to do about the wounds that you have suffered in your life. For more information please go to: http://drmartytashman.com

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Are you having a tough time? Does life feel difficult right now and you're not sure what to do to make things better and to feel better? Would you like to better understand what is getting in the way of living the life you want? Attending therapy with Alisa Kamis-Brinda, LCSW, LCADC can help you learn how some of the things you are doing to try to feel better might actually be getting in the way of living a meaningful life. You can learn what you need to do differently to cope with challenges and enjoy life.