Therapists in Okmulgee, OK

I am a counselor who truly feels honored to be working alongside adult clients to help facilitate the change they need in their life. In addition to being a therapist, I have worked in higher education since 2006 as a college professor and even an adviser, so I have the passion and the knowledge base required for working with college aged clients. In addition, I have years of experience working with adults who have experienced trauma, or struggle with anxiety, depression, personal, or marital issues.

I possess a strong passion for working with children, preteens, teenagers, and their families. Difficult struggles including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and anger management problems can affect people of all ages. Regardless of whether these struggles are due in part to trauma, family changes, abuse, or other factors, I help my clients feel more self-assured and help prepare them to succeed on their own. By diving deep into the individual and grasping their unique perspective of the world around them, we can help them on their journey forward. I have immediate openings and would love to work with you and your family.

Trauma can play a detrimental role in the very concept of who you believe yourself to be at your core. These beliefs run deep and can affect every aspect of your life from your job to your relationships. At some point in our lives, we are all in need of guidance to help us along our journey toward self discovery and healing. Through this process we can find meaning, purpose, and recovery from the symptoms of trauma and life struggles such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.

Change can be difficult, but often necessary. I believe it is important to realize that change is optimal when an individual is truly motivated to make the effort to grow. Therapy provides a person with empathy, encouragement and understanding on how to change negative patterns. The relationship between client and therapist is very important so that each individual can feel comfortable to be open and honest. I often focus on brain and overall health to assist with those issues that may repeatedly cause a person to feel stuck; this includes talk therapy, neurofeedback, diet and nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene and environment.

Hey there! I'm Dustin Walker, a licensed professional counselor utilizing EMDR therapy to treat trauma and other mental illnesses. Trauma is more common than we think and can take many different forms. If you're somebody who has gone through a traumatic experience and feels as though you're stuck without any options, I want to reassure you that you're not alone. Often, people who have been through trauma find themselves struggling with feelings of powerlessness and a lack of control. But you don't have to keep feeling this way! If you are ready to take back control of your life and work towards healing, then I can help!

I am only taking new clients through the VA Care in the Community. I have over 10 years of experience working with both children and adults, specializing in trauma and symptoms related to trauma such as anxiety and depression. When Hemingway wrote "No man is an island" he was talking about this interconnectedness we have. Individual problems always always affect relationships and relationship problems always affect the individuals involved. In addition, we are whole beings and when one aspect of our wellness is off, it affects all areas. I, therefore, help you look at all the areas of your life to see where changes can benefit you.

As your therapist, it is my role to assist you in achieving your goals. I focus on you and the best way to achieve your goals. I understand that you, the client, desire positive change in your life and I am simply a guide to help you on the path towards recovery and healing. My mission is to walk alongside you during the challenges life is throwing at you, no matter how big or small. I work with adults, teens, children, couples and families. I will help you build upon your own unique set of strengths in order to confront problems and overcome obstacles.

For each of us, for better or worse the past follows into our future. We enjoy comforting memories of nurturing loved ones, and the resiliance that is the gift of a coach saying it's ok, just dust off and try again. Even those of us with the best of lives have experiences that haunt, too. Hurtful comments become sources of shame and guilt. Betrayals become inability to trust. Failed efforts turn to procrastination and avoidance. Grief, grudges, worries and feelings of overwhelm are normal experiences too. When old stories seep into your present robbing you of the joy you desire, it's time to talk.

My primary passion and area of focus is children of divorce, blended families, and healing marriages. I have been working within this area of interest professionally since 2010, with personal experiences of having a blended family since 2005. Then opening Anchor of Hope in 2018 to help other families. Treatment often includes both individual and family counseling with a focus on grief following a divorce, strengthening and healing biological family relationships, and understanding and encouraging the process of blending that often takes place through remarriage and other life transitions, such as new siblings, moving, etc.

NOW OFFERING BRAINSPOTTING! Hi! I am glad you found my profile! Are you struggling with anxiety, depression and isolation. Are you worried about your family and choices being made? Is your Family in crisis and feeling stuck, and need help with problem solving? Are you struggling with past trauma, self esteem and addictions and you do not know where to turn? I would love to help you to cope with sadness and feelings of frustrations and anxiety. Extensive experience working with families in crisis, five years as a school based therapist working with teens struggling with trauma, motivation, self esteem and substance abuse.

I provide a safe place to process your feelings, manage your thought life, and make intentional choices towards your identified needs. I teach couples to appreciate and enjoy their differences and individuals to show up in their own life. There's always patterns, and we'll find them to gain insight and break unwanted cycles. We'll do a lot of work inside our meeting space, but I believe the real test is outside of it. I work within a variety of challenges including mood instability, chaotic living, couples counseling, and identity crises. I listen to you so together we can create a story from your hope instead of your hurt.

Change is possible... I believe a strong and trusting client-therapist relationship is the key to successful therapy. My Client's tell me I an non-judgmental, trustworthy and have helped them tremendously. I work hard to create a safe and nurturing environment for each and every one of my clients. With over 18 years of experience, I am comfortable working with a wide variety of individuals and problems including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, stress management, grief and trauma. I employ a variety of interventions to aid my clients in developing mindfulness, tolerance, emotions regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.

I provide compassionate counseling services for adults. Providing care for anxiety, depression, stress, women's issues, life adjustment issues, relationship issues, grief, trauma, and most other mental health issues. By using natural empathy in conjunction with the latest clinical techniques, I work with you to determine exactly what's causing your distress, and then work together to find a way to move past it in order to establish a healthy new lifestyle. Please call or email to schedule an appointment.

Dealing with life's difficulties can often be overwhelming and change is challenging. My main goal is to help meet the needs of my clients. I have worked as a counselor for 38 years, 30 of these with my partner and husband, Lynn. If you are looking for a therapist with whom you can feel comfortable, who will provide support and guidance, but also will challenge you to take the risks that will lead you to positive change--- then call and make an appointment soon.

Do you feel stuck in a rut? Like you are running into a similar problem over and over or fighting the same fights with your partner? If you feel this way, it is because you probably are. Our view of ourselves, the world, and our closest relationships are influenced by our family of origin and are the catalyst for these patterns in our lives, including issues with self-esteem, unhappiness, anxiety, and relationship dissatisfaction. As a systemic therapist, I look below the surface and want to help to get to the root of what is going on.

Healing and growth intersect on the path to wellness on my couch. I am dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space where individuals can explore their inner landscapes, confront challenges, and embrace opportunities for positive change. As a passionate advocate for mental health, I believe that each person possesses innate resilience and the capacity for profound transformation. My approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practices, tailored to meet the unique needs and goals of every client.