Obesity Therapists in Newton, KS

“I believe everyone deserves a chance; a chance at happiness, a chance at love, a chance at life, any CHANCE! I find extreme purpose as I assist individuals to find what satisfies them as well as presented barriers, restrictions, and issues faced in their journey. I strive to support them in finding peace and finding their own purpose.” My personal choices have lead me towards a career of advocacy and service on behalf of the abused, neglected and traumatized due to family violence and sexual assault. “Whatever issue you may be facing, you do not have to do so alone. Allow me to join you on the journey to find the Greater in YOU!”

Encounter Freedom Therapy Center is a medium sized group practice and Trauma Center. We are committed to walking with our clients as they find healing in our safe, affordable, and understanding environment. All of our therapists are professionally trained, master level therapists (LSCSW, LCP, LCMFT, and TLMFT ), who are committed to continually growing through cutting-edge trainings. As our client, our therapists will walk with you and your family in a relatable and safe way that achieves your personal goals. Our therapists are skilled in working with families, individuals, children, and couples.

Dr. Desirae Moreno earned her degree in clinical psychology from Wichita State University. She has experience working with a wide variety of clients including ages 3 through 65, male and female, various sexual orientations, various races/ethnicities, and various disabilities or impairments. Her extensive experience in a variety of work settings also allows her to understand issues from all angles. Dr. Moreno knows that the commitment to change can be exciting but also very scary. She works with clients to identify where they are in the stages of change and how she can best walk with them on their journey.

I specialize in helping individuals across the lifespan address and navigate the challenges of chronic and acute medical conditions, depression, anxiety, work stress, grief, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. For both individuals and couples this process often involves increasing self-awareness and insight into your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. I also provide tools and skills to increase your ability to achieve your goals.

I believe all people were created with dignity and worth for relationships as beautiful masterpieces that are fragmented by both small and large traumas due to the brokenness of our world. My passion is to walk alongside others in their healing, equipping them with the tools they need to address their emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual goals in pursuing restoration and wholeness. My Christian faith lays the foundation to offer acceptance, grace, freedom, and confident hope for healing. My approach to therapy utilizes Attachment Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness and somatic work, and is systemic in focus.

I have a passion for healing trauma of all kinds and in helping people build awareness of how their bodies hold that trauma. I have a strong passion for helping people who struggle with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, or have a generally tumultuous relationship with food, movement, and their body. Issues that may result from trauma that I treat include eating disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, and bipolar disorder, to name a few.

When women become wives and moms, it is not uncommon for their lives to have a lot of commotion. My great passion is bringing balance to women who are trying to manage their many roles. I help my clients to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful and complete.

Are you feeling trapped, anxious or depressed? You're certainly not alone. Many of us carry within untold stories of trauma and limiting beliefs that keep us stuck. Unresolved emotions can take a toll on both mental and physical well-being. Regardless of where you are or how far you've veered off your desired path, you have the capacity to start anew. As the saying goes, "If you can change your mind, you can change your life." By learning how to communicate with your mind, universal principals and your human potential, I can assist you in living a life that aligns with your aspirations, filled with purpose and significance.

Going to therapy takes heart and courage, so finding someone you can trust is most important. Trained extensively in Social Work, Psychoanalysis, Somatic Experiencing and with 25 years in the field, Teresa has integrated these traditional methods with her experiences and studies in Ayurvedic psychology and other holistic healing practices such as mindfulness, meditation, yoga & breathwork. This approach addresses the person as a whole: mind, body, spirit & heart.

Stress affects us all in different ways. Short term counseling with cognitive behavior therapy can many times lead to a reduction in problems. I evaluate persons to better identify issues such as children with ADHD, autism, or intellectual disabilities or adults with PTSD and emotional trauma are a focus of evaluation and treatment. I evaluate persons prior to bariatric surgery, for pre-employment and return to work issues, and several court related or forensic issues. The saying 'if you don't test, it's just a guess' is a keystone of my practice.

Love and Connection in life should not be confusing. But there is always a risk when it comes to getting those two critical human relational needs. Many times relationships feel like a dance, and feeling lost with no road map? It can often turn into division or discomfort, but does it always have to be that way? Emotionally Focused Therapy is a proven, evidence-based method that enhances couples' ability to gain Love and Connection through safety and security. And I would love to be that resource, coach, advocate to help teams sustain longevity in their relationship without leading to isolation or further hurt.

Making a decision to share intimate details about your personal challenges can be a difficult decision, but if I'm honest, we have all had challenges. Our challenges come to empower us, strengthen us, and to place our lives in order. At "Empowered To Live Counseling" I would be honored to join you and share in discovering the wisdom and strength that lies within you.

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, or low self esteem? I'm here to help! I am a cognitive behavior therapist with 10 years experience treating adult & teen issues. I am EMDR trained to handle trauma, and I am trained in sports hypnosis. Sports hypnosis allows me to help athletes with performance related anxieties like sports/athletics, test taking, and public speaking. My work in both community mental health and private practice has provided extensive experience in treating adults & teens dealing with anxiety, depression, bullying, low self esteem, trauma, social isolation, and self harm thoughts.

You possess within yourself what you need to heal. I believe this! I embrace a person-centered approach to therapy, where each person I see understands they are valuable, and in a judgment-free place to learn to help themselves. I have worked primarily with teen girls/ adult women and children in general. Over the last few years I have also been a college professor, and am well versed in issues faced by those in multiple roles across the higher education setting.

Trusting your therapist is key to healing therapy. Building a strong, trusting, and supportive relationship with clients, creates the foundation for a successful intervention. I have experience with various presenting issues such as: infertility, sexual dysfunction, anxiety, depression, and adolescent issues. I work with couples through Prepare Enrich and Couples Communication. I am also EMDR certified, which helps to provide a trauma based therapy. I am passionate about learning of a client's story and providing the necessary tools, skills, and education to help the client overcome their struggles. I seek to help clients improve their quality of life.

We are a private counseling and therapy practice serving the greater Wichita, KS area and are joined by a remarkable team of clinical social workers, psychologists, play therapists, Medication Managment and counselors. We have a variety of specialties, experiences, and skills. As our name reflects, we work to assist and support you as you thrive in the revival of your life. We focus on the clinical needs for all ages; young children, school-aged children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We offer day, evening, and weekend sessions, to support diverse individual and family needs.

My goal as a therapist is to create a safe, comfortable healing environment for each individual to find their path to live their best life. Each person has an individual journey to travel. My goal is to assist clients travel that path with comfort knowing their personal compass will lead the way. I utilize several therapeutic approaches focused on the client’s existential needs at the time. I delight in supporting my clients in achieving their personal goals in order to live their best life in a positive mental health state.