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Clinical Director & Therapist
Dr. O'Keefe works with adolescents/teens and adults. She uses a combination of therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (including Trauma-Focused CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness strategies.
Dr. O'Keefe also offers a non-medication based inter
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Clinical Director & Therapist
Dr. O'Keefe works with adolescents/teens and adults. She uses a combination of therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (including Trauma-Focused CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness strategies.
Dr. O'Keefe also offers a non-medication based intervention for inattention and working memory challenges called Cogmed.
To Dr. O'Keefe, the key components in a therapeutic relationship are: the client feeling heard and building a relationship of trust.
"As a therapist, I strive to be compassionate and genuine. It is a privilege to hold space for my clients as they draw on their inner strengths and gain new ways to cope with life's challenges."
Works With:
Adults
Adolescents/ Teens (Cogmed)
Areas of Expertise:
Anxiety
Trauma
Grief & Loss
Depression
Life Transitions
ADHD & Attention/Focus
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Therapist
Gianna works with children, adolescents/teens, and adults. Her therapeutic approach is integrative, combining evidence-based techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused CBT with an emphasis on exploring unconscious patterns, early experiences, and emotional conflicts that shape current behavior. Her wor
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Therapist
Gianna works with children, adolescents/teens, and adults. Her therapeutic approach is integrative, combining evidence-based techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused CBT with an emphasis on exploring unconscious patterns, early experiences, and emotional conflicts that shape current behavior. Her work is grounded in a trauma-informed, empathic, and developmentally sensitive framework tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
For Gianna, a key component of the therapeutic relationship is recognizing that building rapport takes time and patience, and that it’s important not to rush the process. By embracing authenticity and transparency, she strives to create a safe and collaborative environment where meaningful growth and healing can take place.
"I chose to become a mental health professional because mental health is too often viewed as a luxury, when in reality, it’s an essential part of overall well-being. My goal is to help break down the stigma surrounding seeking help and make the therapeutic process a positive experience."
Works With:
Adults
Adolescents/Teens
Children
Areas of Expertise:
Anxiety
Depression
OCD
Trauma
Life Transitions
Stress
Coping Skills
Self Esteem/Self-Confidence
Christian Counseling
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Therapist
Marilyn works with children, adolescents/teens, and adults. She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic Therapy, and/or Dialectical Behavior Therapy depending on the needs of the client.
Marilyn views collaboration, empathy, and creating a non-judgmental s
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Therapist
Marilyn works with children, adolescents/teens, and adults. She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic Therapy, and/or Dialectical Behavior Therapy depending on the needs of the client.
Marilyn views collaboration, empathy, and creating a non-judgmental space as key components of the therapeutic alliance. She ensures each client feels heard and actively included in their healing process. Marilyn also incorporates humor when appropriate as a way to make the therapy environment feel less overwhelming.
"I decided to go into the mental health field after I volunteered as a crisis counselor. This experience made me realize I want to help people get back up when life knocks them down. I love hearing and seeing change and growth in my clients' journeys."
Works With:
Adults
Adolescents/Teens
Children
Areas of Expertise:
Anxiety
ADHD
Depression
Trauma
Life Transitions
Stress
Coping Skills
Self Esteem/Self-Confidence
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Therapist
Jacob works with children, adolescents/teens, families, and adults. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, mindfulness, Family Systems Theory, and Motivational Interviewing while working with clients. This is done through a trauma informed lens.
Jacob believes a key component of the therapeutic relat
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Therapist
Jacob works with children, adolescents/teens, families, and adults. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, mindfulness, Family Systems Theory, and Motivational Interviewing while working with clients. This is done through a trauma informed lens.
Jacob believes a key component of the therapeutic relationship is trust. Trust in the alliance is what will allow the client to feel safe and heard by their therapist; this will truly allow for real change to occur.
"I became a mental health professional in order to help people overcome their trauma and live healthy, fulfilling lives."
Works With:
Adults
Adolescents/Teens
Families
Areas of Expertise:
Anxiety
Trauma
Learning Differences
Social Skills
Emotional Regulation
Life Transitions
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Therapist
Jackie works with adults and couples. She utilizes and integrates various evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution Based Therapy, Trauma Informed Treatment, Grief Counseling and Mindfulness.
Jackie nurtures a safe and non-judgmen
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Therapist
Jackie works with adults and couples. She utilizes and integrates various evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution Based Therapy, Trauma Informed Treatment, Grief Counseling and Mindfulness.
Jackie nurtures a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic environment. She works from a client centered and strength-based perspective to collaborate with clients. Jackie concentrates on their strengths and resourcefulness to develop coping mechanisms to improve overall functioning and well-being.
"I truly love and am passionate about my work, especially watching clients grow and begin to cope and improve their overall well-being. I meet clients where they are and provide empathic, compassionate encouragement to assist them to work towards achieving their goals.”
Works With:
Adults
Couples
Areas of Expertise:
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
Life Transitions
Grief & Loss
Chronic Health Issues
Family Changes/Divorce
Relationship Issues
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Therapist
Sophie works with adolescents/teens and adults. Her approach is guided by psychoanalytic principles. Such as, looking at particularly difficult emotions, exploring the unconscious repetitions of relationships and other behaviors in the therapy relationship, and focusing on gaining self-awareness and insight. Sophie also ut
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Therapist
Sophie works with adolescents/teens and adults. Her approach is guided by psychoanalytic principles. Such as, looking at particularly difficult emotions, exploring the unconscious repetitions of relationships and other behaviors in the therapy relationship, and focusing on gaining self-awareness and insight. Sophie also utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Multisystemic Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Sophie believes that important aspects of the therapy relationship are: mutual commitment to the process, knowing there will be ups and downs, and understanding that psychological change takes time and effort. She also views a shared sense of purpose and goals to be important in developing a therapeutic bond.
"I became a mental health professional because I enjoy walking with people as they search for understanding, insight, growth, and joy in their lives. It is an honor to witness people work through their goals, and see what else they discover about themselves along the way."
Works With:
Adults
Adolescents/Teens
Areas of Expertise:
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma
Life Transitions
ADHD & Attention/Focus
Anger Management
Relationship Issues
Researchers have demonstrated that the most important factor in the success of therapy is the relationship between the client and the therapist. The client needs to feel heard and respected, while trusting in the professional relationship. Sometimes people say that they've tried therapy previously and it "didn't work." Often times these may be cases of a mismatch between the client and therapist.
Consider trying therapy again if you find yourself in this position.
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