AFFILIATED COMMUNITY COUNSELORS
a not for profit mental health clinic

Counseling

Common Concerns

Career Struggles

Many people are struggling in today's uncertain economy.  We can assist you with making decisions regarding returning to school, starting a new career and dealing with the stress of unemployment and underemployment.

Depression

People who struggle with depression often feel down for extended periods. They lose interest in activities that they once found pleasurable. Depression negatively affects millions of Americans each year.

Anxiety and Stress

Stress and anxiety are related, but often confused. Stress is tension associated with a specific event (e.g. a test or a job), while anxiety is a non-specific worry about the future. To find relief, people with anxiety may turn to repetitive routines, preoccupations, or addictions.

Arguments

Conflict resolution is an important part of any relationship. Conflict plays a vital role in allowing two people to reconcile differing needs. Unfortunately, when conflict is handled poorly, it can cause distress in the relationship.

Trauma

Experiences that overwhelm or scare us can leave a lasting impression. The symptoms can leave us stressed, depressed, and have negative consequences for our work and home life.

Communication

Feeling understood and understanding one's partner is what allows couples to deeply share one another's lives. Often, couples struggle with communication issues, which actually mask deeper relationship issues.

Trust

Trust plays a vital role in sustaining a relationship. People trust differently. For some, trust is established quickly, while others are slow to grant trust. Similarly, some are able to forgive quickly, while others find it hard.

Self-Esteem

Self-esteem is a feeling of personal worth. It is important to be able to value yourself regardless of your current state of personal achievement, beauty, or intelligence. Your self-esteem creates the foundation for a full life, great relationships, and a feeling of well-being.




Individuals

Individual counseling provides an opportunity for you to openly talk about your thoughts and feelings in a safe environment. Together, we can discuss your issues or concerns with:
  • Self-development
  • Body image issues
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Stress Management
  • Sexual orientation
  • Cyber addictions
  • Substance abuse and dependence
  • loss and grief counseling
  • career counseling

Families

Family dynamics can often be challenging, whether you have a traditional or non-traditional family, we can help. Family counseling provides an opportunity for everyone to openly talk about their thoughts and feelings in a safe environment. Together, we can try to solve any familial issues:
  • Parent-child conflicts
  • Family communication problems
  • Defiant, angry, or isolated teens
  • Grief and issues of loss
  • Transitions after divorce or separation

Children

Children can have individual problems that can make life difficult for themselves and their families. After an initial consultation with the parents, individual counseling with a therapist can bring resolution to even difficult problems.  
  • School adjustment
  • Communication skills
  • Lack of confidence
  • Relating to people and making friends
  • Bullying, lying or stealing



Couples

Couples counseling is beneficial to those interested in improving their relationships. We have experience with a diverse range of couples from various racial, ethnic, and spiritual backgrounds. Couples can be married or dating, straight or gay. We assist couples with:
  • Communication
  • Financial disagreements
  • Infidelity
  • Trust issues
  • Premarital, Pre-commitment counseling








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