Accepting new clients! Life often presents us with difficulties and struggles. Sometimes having someone who is willing to listen without judging what you are going through can help you with sorting out your problems and difficulties. Telling your story enables you to come to terms with your current experiences. You may be dealing with difficult lif
There are times in all of our lives where we find ourselves at a crossroads. Do I continue on the path I am on, or is it time to pause, dig in, and face my fear, addiction, compulsion, hesitancy, anger, patterns, issues, struggles, etc.? This can be a very frightening crossroads, and having the courage to face ourselves, our past and what may be be
I operate from an insight-oriented therapeutic stance as I deem change that happens inside-out to be most lasting; while also encouraging outside-in changes that can be used as a spring board to promote insight for an effective lasting change.
With over 17 years of experience counseling individuals in their time of need, I have had the privilege of seeing the benefit that can come from counseling in someone’s life during distressing times.
The most central ideas in my work are 1. People are doing the best that they can…but people can bring about change in their life. 2.
Greetings! I’m Rachel Collins, a seasoned Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and the founder of Stride Forward Counseling. At the intersection of expertise and compassion, I employ a dynamic blend of therapeutic methods, seamlessly weaving Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), and
Does it feel like your life is just not working for you? Fear, worry, and shame can paralyze your mind and stifle creativity. You want to make changes but are unsure where to start. Whether working with individuals, couples, or a family, I want to know you and understand how we can improve your life in a safe and supportive environment. Together, w
Life has a way of throwing curve balls and the path becomes foggy and direction becomes less clear. Counseling can help provide clarity. I provide a holistic approach to counseling by combining expressive therapies with traditional cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic approaches. Additionally, I value the role of spirituality in overall health an
"We can't communicate." "All we do is argue." "He had an affair." "All she does is criticize." "I love her but I'm not in love." "I can't remember the last time we had sex."
Sound familiar? These are the most common reasons people come to us for help.
Individually, or as a couple,
Are you experiencing a wide range of emotions? Are you going thru a difficult transition at this time in your life and find it hard to get your needs met? These experiences can cause anxiety and or depression. Sometimes it helps to talk to someone who can give you some much-needed empathy, offer some insight and and relate to what you are going
It can be hard to take the step in starting work with a new therapist, especially when we feel our most vulnerable and are suffering. I work with the perspective that the therapeutic relationship between you and myself is of the greatest importance in order to achieve your goals in seeking therapeutic support and guidance. Although I am primarily
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