I believe that each stage of one’s life presents new challenges.
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Education
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of Wyoming
Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Adams State University
Brainspotting Training
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Training Levels I & II
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For many, these challenges can be an impetus for change and growth. For others, it can create roadblocks. Often recognizing that you are at an impasse can be the key to opening yourself up to life’s possibilities. Emotional vulnerabilities, self-doubt, circular thinking, and recurring negative and judgmental thoughts can all be overcome when one feels understood and accepted with validation, insight, and guidance. Natalie helps patients explore concerns, develop new skill sets, and implement realistic strategies for positive change in one’s life choices.
With over 4 years of experience and specialized training working with children, individuals and couples, Natalie understands that with the right support system and therapeutic approach, one can discover patterns and overcome their roadblocks and challenges. As a seasoned mental health professional and as a survivor of trauma and abuse, Natalie brings to her work her vast knowledge, understanding, and experience and integrates a neuroscience approach to address mental health concerns.
Natalie offers both practical and therapeutic approaches to enable people to discover new ways to address their life concerns.
Natalie’s therapeutic approaches are drawn from training in many different modalities including:
Interpersonal
Cognitive Behavioral
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
EMDR
Hypnotherapy/Mindfulness
Gottman Couples Training
Family Systems
Play Therapy
Sand-play Therapy
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Individual
Life is about possibilities. Feeling that there are possibilities gives one hope that life will get better. Yet often, one can become stuck in a maze of negative beliefs about themselves and their abilities.
Marital & Couples
The truth is that all relationships take work. It is not uncommon that differences arise between partners; if not talked about, these differences can turn the best of relationships into a dysfunctional one.
Children
Many children and teens have problems that affect how they feel, act, or learn. In therapy, kids talk and learn how to work out their problems. Going to therapy helps them cope better, communicate better, and do better.
Parenting
Parenthood is not for the faint of heart. Parenthood is about learning how to support your child without overdoing for them. It also involves learning how to partner with your spouse or others in raising your child when there are differences in how each person sees their role as a parent.