Michele O'Mara, LCSW
Truth + Acceptance = Peace
What types of issues do people come see me about?
* Lesbian and Gay Relationships
* Gay men, lesbians, and bisexuals dealing with relationships, family, work, friends, being single, or general depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns
* Long-distance couples, or commuter couples, who are trying to make relationship decisions
* Gay and lesbian couples and individuals via Skype, who do not have local professionals with whom they can comfortably work
* Married gay men and married lesbians sorting things out
* Gender Conflicted Clients (MTF, FTM, gender queer, gender confused) seeking letters of referral for hormone replacement therapy or gender confirmation surgery
* Persons Questioning Sexual Orientation, or Wondering, Am I gay? Am I lesbian?
* Heterosexuals dealing with marriage issues, family issues, or life issues
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Education/Training
MSW, 1992
PhD in Clinical Sexology, Candidate for 2013
Bio
We therapists are people first, professionals second. Each of us has our own style, personality, approach to counseling and beliefs about personal growth. Knowing this about a provider up front can give you a good sense about whether someone is a good fit for you or not. So here are some things that may help you decide about that with me.
Here's what I think and do as a therapist. Your mind creates your reality. You are in charge of your mind. When you learn to work with, and not against, your mind (and the stories you create about the things you experience) you will find much greater peace, much faster. I approach counseling with a no-nonsense, let's enjoy the process attitude. I'm a fan of homework. I'm a fan of simultaneously challenging you to reach beyond your comfort zone, while giving you new tools, information and skills to succeed while doing so.
I am playful, and using humor a lot, yet many clients will also tell you that I'm very direct and challenging. When it's all said and done, I believe that when we are happy, we are most true to ourselves, and I want to see you be true to yourself.
Memberships
NASW
WPATH
Certified Imago Therapists
ACRP
Payments Accepted
Cash, check, visa, mastercard, paypal
License:34003162A
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Life Transitions
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Anger Management
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Loneliness
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Anxiety and Panic
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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Marriage Counseling
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Body Image Issues
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Caregiver Issues
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Online / Teletherapy
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Chronic Illness
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Couples
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Relationship Issues
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Depression
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Divorce
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Eating Disorders
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Stress Management
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Gay or Lesbian Issues
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Trauma and PTSD
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Grief and Loss
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Work and Career Issues
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Licenses/Certifications
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
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