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Every person's story is unique. The process of interpreting that story can be transformative. As your partner in this process, I b...
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Every person's story is unique. The process of interpreting that story can be transformative. As your partner in this process, I bring my clinical expertise and diverse background to support you on your journey toward growth.
I am a talk therapist with 5 years of experience supporting teens, adults, and seniors. My practice focuses on helping clients manage depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma. This work is informed by over 20 prior years in community health, giving me a deep understanding of diverse client needs. My approach is collaborative and practical, targeting current symptoms and their effect on daily life. I believe strongly that "laughter is medicine for the soul" and I like to bring humor to my sessions when appropriate.
I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Simmons University. I employ a flexible, client-centered approach, drawing from a range of therapeutic modalities to best support my clients. These approaches include Emotionally Focused Therapy, Psychoanalytic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Christian Counseling, and Motivational Interviewing.
I foster a relaxed and encouraging space where you can safely explore life's many struggles. While I understand the importance of the past, my focus is firmly on your present strengths. I will partner with you to take an active role in developing a personalized plan for your healing. If you're ready to begin, reach out to me today!
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As an African American male, I understand the concept of challenges and obstacles to achieving your goals....
As an African American male, I understand the concept of challenges and obstacles to achieving your goals.
Terrace Poindexter is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 years of experience. He assists individuals age 11+ with concerns including anxiety, depression, anger, ADHD, grief, trauma, stress, and self-esteem. In a supportive, non-judgmental space, Terrance explores with his clients experiences and patterns and develops practical tools to manage stress, navigate emotions, and build resilience. Clients can expect compassion, collaboration, and actionable strategies in every session.
Terrance received his Master of Social Work from Indiana University South Bend. He utilizes evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and strength-based strategies to address clients’ unique needs.
Terrance is committed to helping you find solutions to your challenges, identify your strengths, and gain coping skills in response to triggers. He looks forward to assisting you and building on what you do best. If you’re ready to begin, schedule your first session today!
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Teen counseling helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst teens include anxiety, depression, ADHD, and problematic relationships with food.
Teen counseling works by using multiple techniques, tailored to fit the teen’s unique needs — based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks teen therapists in Munster have the expertise and experience to help young individuals at their level.
Signs that teens might need Teen counseling can be very subjective, as they are experiencing many changes and can have intense reactions to them. As parents, you know your child best and are best equipped to judge whether certain reactions are standard behaviors for your teen or whether they might be hinting at a larger problem. Even so, there are a few common signs and events that often point to a need for therapy, such as experiencing divorce or loss, grief, consistent low moods, teens distancing themselves and becoming isolated, losing interest in hobbies, excessive anger or irritability, substance use issues, and suicidal ideation, among others.
Teen counseling providers at Thriveworks in Munster, IN offer both in person and online therapy by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of teen counseling depends on your teen’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, teen counseling sessions will last for several months.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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