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As person who has experienced the difficulties of friends and family members dealing with mental health problems, I am well-equipp...
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As person who has experienced the difficulties of friends and family members dealing with mental health problems, I am well-equipped to understand and empathize with a broad spectrum of patients.
Grace Fultang-Shadzeka is a board-certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who manages and treats various mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, panic disorders, and sleep/insomnia. She is passionate about providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, treatment planning, and medication management. she believes in a multi-disciplinary approach to treatment that encourages engagement in various evidence-based therapeutic modalities and the use of medication to manage psychiatric symptoms. In addition, her person-centered approach to care fosters a collaborative relationship focused on the experience and treatment goals of every individual she works with.
Grace completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at Walden University. She uses an evidence-based and holistic approach to enhance each individual's adaptive and healing capability. She encourages self-care and personal responsibility, fostering independence and a sense of empowerment. After a thorough psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis, and if counseling alone is insufficient, psychiatric medication regimens can be explored and kept as simple as possible. You will be educated on medication risks, benefits, and available treatment options, to allow informed decision-making and to provide patient-centered care.
We all go through challenges in life. Grace is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to get started, schedule an appointment with her today!
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I passionately believe that every person has individual needs and challenges, and it's vital to develop a treatment focus and trea...
I passionately believe that every person has individual needs and challenges, and it's vital to develop a treatment focus and treatment plan in collaboration with the individual that meets those needs.
Dr. Chris Hansen is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Clinical Supervisor, and Nationally Certified Counselor (LPC-CS-NCC). Chris has experience working with teens, adults, and seniors who are coping with severe psychological psychotic disorders, abuse, trauma, PTSD, addiction, domestic violence, and more. Given his extensive military experience, Chris has a passion for and specializes in treating military members and their families.
Dr. Hansen Served 24 years in the United States Navy, is a disabled veteran, and is a member of several veteran's mental health groups and associations. Chris obtained his Master's Degree from Texas A&M and his Doctorate from St. Mary’s University and graduated with honors from both programs. Chris has a very wide range of clinical experience ranging from inpatient, outpatient programs such as IOP/PHP, the Veterans Administration, Private Practice as well as clinical research and contract mental health work.
Partner together with Chris to start addressing the obstacles that you're encountering in your personal life. He'll work together to craft a personalized treatment plan that addresses your needs and concerns with expert guidance and compassion.
Having navigated my own journey of grief and embracing my true self, I'm here to support you with authenticity, compassion, and a ...
Having navigated my own journey of grief and embracing my true self, I'm here to support you with authenticity, compassion, and a deep understanding of what it means to heal and grow.
I am a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 4 years of experience. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals of all ages, supporting clients as they manage concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, and life transitions. My approach emphasizes building resilience, fostering self-awareness, and guiding clients toward strategies that empower them to thrive in their daily lives with confidence, balance, and clarity.
I earned my Master’s in Nursing from Midwestern State University, where I developed a strong foundation in psychiatric and family health. My practice focuses on client-centered care, using therapeutic approaches that strengthen coping skills, improve communication, and support meaningful personal growth.
I strive to create a supportive space where clients feel understood, respected, and motivated to reach their goals. By focusing on strengths and celebrating progress, I help individuals navigate challenges with renewed purpose and confidence. Together, we will work toward lasting change and overall well-being.
The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others....
The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.
Raymond Obiajulu is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He completed his master’s degree program at Walden University. After his introduction to the key areas of nursing, he found that psychiatry comprised the exact sort of comprehensive and holistic healthcare that he wished to practice. Raymond has experience treating a wide range of conditions including but not limited to anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, and dementia. He incorporates an evidence-based approach in his practice with a focus on holistic mental health treatment.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, he serves as a patient advocate, providing continuity of care, managing total care, and attending to issues that affected his patients' physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Raymond looks forward to collaborating with his colleagues and other healthcare team members to provide the best patient care possible to our community, while they teach, learn, and build lifelong relationships with their patients and each other. He is passionate about serving mankind, as it has also been a part of his life's journey.
Raymond loves to extend the motto of helping his patients fulfill their needs, as it helps him fulfill his own. After all, as Mahatma Gandhi said, "The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." He strives to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each unique individual and their life goals. His goal is for his patients to feel confident with their plan of care and know that together they will work together to achieve their goals.
Welcome! You have now taken the first step in our journey together. I'm honored to have you here and look forward to working with ...
Welcome! You have now taken the first step in our journey together. I'm honored to have you here and look forward to working with you.
Meghan Paravi is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with 5 years of experience. She treats clients of all ages who are struggling with life transitions, ADHD, depression, anxiety, and grief, among other concerns. Meghan strives to look at each client individually, as they are the expert on their life. Her practice is rooted in the belief that individuals possess inherent strength and resilience. Meghan is committed to creating a collaborative and empathetic therapeutic relationship where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make positive changes in their lives.
Meghan earned her Master’s in Counseling from Loma Linda University. She collaborates with clients to develop effective strategies and techniques tailored to their unique needs, promoting personal growth and positive change. Meghan uses approaches including exposure response prevention, experiential therapy, expressive arts, and psychoanalysis.
Meghan partners with clients to discover life beyond “existing” or “surviving” in broken relationships, impaired thinking, painful behavior patterns, and debilitating intense emotions. She will walk alongside you, empowering you to discover hope, healing, and happiness to reach your fullest potential.
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Cannabis use disorder counseling from our Thriveworks therapists in Georgetown can help people manage their urges to use cannabis. In addition, it can help people manage the challenges that stem from their cannabis use disorder, from relationship issues to problems at work, as well as those that their disorder may stem from, like trauma.
Cannabis use disorder counseling works by helping one understand the underlying causes of their disorder, teaching them coping strategies, and recognizing their specific triggers. Long-term or ongoing cannabis use disorder counseling can also help to prevent relapse.
Cannabis use disorder counseling at Thriveworks Georgetown, TX is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of cannabis use disorder counseling in Georgetown depends on the individual’s needs, the extent and severity of their disorder, and the problems that might stem from it. That said, people can make meaningful progress in cannabis use disorder counseling in the first weeks to months.
Reality is that many people use cannabis without forming an addiction while others form a dependency, kind of like alcohol use. About 30 percent of users will become addicted, and the rates for daily users increase. If you feel like you are using weed more often and/or in larger quantities, you are not the only one. Many people struggle. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) now recognizes the struggle as Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD).
The therapists at Thriveworks Georgetown treat Cannabis Use Disorder and have provided guidance and support for many people who have detoxed from pot and learned to live without it. If you think you could benefit from Cannabis Use Disorder Counseling, reach out to Thriveworks Georgetown today to get started.
The DSM-5’s definition for Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD) can clarify the difference. CUD is defined as pot use for a minimum of one year while experiencing hindered daily functioning and increased life disruptions as measured by the presence of at least two of the following symptoms:
CUD can vary in its severity and intensity. DSM-5 gives a scale for the disorder that is based upon the number of symptoms a person displays. With Mild CUD, people experience two to three symptoms. With Moderate CUD, people experience four to five symptoms. With Severe CUD, people experience six or more symptoms.
There are particular circumstances and contexts that may contribute to the likelihood of a person developing Cannabis Use Disorder. The DSM-5 acknowledges that the following factors may increase a person’s risk:
The body stores, THC, the psychoactive compound found in cannabis, in its fat cells, making detox harder. Cleansing the body of water soluble compounds is an easier process. Detoxing from cannabis, therefore, may take time. During detox, people have felt the effects of pot for weeks or even months after their final use.
Treating CUD can be difficult, and many have overcome that difficulty with the help of therapy. Counseling has prepared many people to cope with detox and find healthier alternatives to deal with life’s stress. Therapy often treats the foundational causes of addiction and may help people resolve difficult emotions and memories.
Has your pot use become more consuming and complicated? Have you wondered if it may be time to quit, but you need support? Know that the therapists at Thriveworks Georgetown treat CUD and are ready to support you in your journey.
Appointments to treat CUD are available, and when you call our office, we want you to experience the care we provide, from the moment you dial our number. It’s why a scheduling specialist (i.e., a person) will answer your call and set up your treatment. It’s why many clients see their therapist within the week of their call. It’s why after-hours sessions are available. It’s why we work with many insurance providers. We want our clients to receive the quality care they deserve.
If you are ready to treat CUD, we are ready to help. Call today.
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