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Shawna is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Indiana and has over 20 years of experience in mental health treatment. She specializes in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, women’s issues, self-esteem, self-confidence and coping with the challenges of daily life.
Shawna holds her Master's degree in Social Work at the University of Illinois- Chicago, Jane Addams College of Social Work. She is experienced using a variety of treatment modalities cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and more.
Shawna is confident she can support you on the journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today.
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I believe therapy works as a collaborative and respectful partnership that honors each person’s uniqueness, helps identify strengt...
I believe therapy works as a collaborative and respectful partnership that honors each person’s uniqueness, helps identify strengths and weaknesses, and uses a holistic approach so you can build lasting coping tools and experience improved mental health.
Pamela Stopczynski is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience supporting adults and seniors. She specializes in helping clients manage stress, trauma, grief, chronic illness, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. Pam has also worked extensively with young adults and those facing medical conditions like diabetes and cystic fibrosis. She is passionate about helping individuals build resilience and improve their overall well-being.
Pam earned her Master’s in Social Work from Western Michigan University. She integrates evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness within a humanistic and client-centered framework.
Pam partners with clients to navigate life’s challenges, set personal goals, and make meaningful progress. Her warm, collaborative style invites healing and growth. She honors each client’s journey and is committed to supporting lasting change through thoughtful and individualized care.
Having experienced trauma in my childhood, I sought therapy as an adult to assist me in better understanding how my thoughts, feel...
Having experienced trauma in my childhood, I sought therapy as an adult to assist me in better understanding how my thoughts, feelings, and behaviors were counterproductive to living the "perspective" I envisioned.
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 27 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges. Over the years, I’ve worked with children, adolescents, adults, and couples across private practices, schools, and Christian counseling agencies. My experience has allowed me to support clients managing depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and family conflict while fostering growth, understanding, and resilience through compassionate care.
I earned my Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Saint Francis. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, collaborative, and tailored to each client. I integrate cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and family systems approaches to promote healing, strengthen relationships, and build lasting emotional wellness.
Taking the first step toward therapy is an act of courage and self-care. Whether you’re beginning your healing journey or returning to therapy, I’m here to provide a safe, supportive space where you can share, reflect, and grow. Together, we’ll work toward the clarity, balance, and strength you deserve. I look forward to supporting your next chapter.
As a marriage and family therapist by training, I use a systemic approach to get to know you through understanding your context an...
As a marriage and family therapist by training, I use a systemic approach to get to know you through understanding your context and your relationships.
Creation Desautels is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 5 years of experience and extensive training in the areas of communication and sex therapy. She is passionate about helping couples and individuals understand the cycle of communication, both internally and externally. Her sex therapy work includes sexual trauma, sexual functioning of all ages, and sexual flourishing, as well as post-infidelity repair.
Creation earned a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. She is a growth-minded therapist, helping clients embrace the difficult work of growth and change. She seeks to be present with her clients, to teach, console, and motivate, so that they do not do this challenging work alone.
If you are ready to get to work, Creation could be a good therapist for you. She warmly invites you to a finite and powerful season of care that creates healing, tools, resources, and perspectives that will endure even after therapy ends.
I will work alongside you as you create a new story that allows you to reach your full potential....
I will work alongside you as you create a new story that allows you to reach your full potential.
Gina Pike is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. Gina has extensive experience in the areas of depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and eating disorders.Her education and work experience have provided her with the tools and skills to work with different populations including adults, teens, and children who struggle with addiction and various mental health issues.
Gina completed her Master's Degree in Social Work at Simmons University. She began her career working alongside children and families involved in the child welfare system in Indiana before she transitioned to an outpatient mental health and addiction center. Gina incorporates a variety of techniques and skills drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and narrative therapy (NT), and more.
Gina makes every effort to create a safe and comfortable space that makes you feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood. As a therapist, Gina will walk alongside you as you are empowered to make choices that align with your values, goals, and beliefs. Her core value of therapy is helping others be the best versions of themselves and together, she feels confident in helping you reconnect with your true self and what motivates you to get up each morning.
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Couples therapy and marriage counseling, also known as relationship counseling, helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy and marriage counseling include:
The types of therapy used in couples and marriage counseling include:
At Thriveworks, Couples/marriage therapy is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples.
The Gottman Method of couples therapy is a research-supported approach designed to enhance relationships by bolstering the bond between partners, resolving conflicts, and fostering shared meaning in their relationship through comprehensive assessments and tailored interventions that improve communication, trust, and the overall health of the partnership.
If you’re facing persistent relationship problems, communication breakdowns, or unresolved conflicts that are impacting your emotional well-being and happiness, Couples/marriage therapy may be beneficial for you.
While marriage and couple’s counseling is typically recommended for couples who are experiencing persistent or severe relationship issues, any relationship can benefit from attending these sessions.
Marriage and couples counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend marriage and couples counseling for 12 weeks. However, couples & marriage counseling may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
Rebecca and her husband, Troy, have been having difficulties with their marriage for the past several months. Although they once used to be able to communicate without any issues, they’ve grown apart—Troy’s not really sure why. He wants to talk with his wife, but when he tries, their conversation spirals out of control. The arguments are starting to get out of hand, and he’s concerned about the long-term wellbeing of their relationship at this point.
Last night over dinner, Troy suggested that they consider talking with a marriage counselor about the communication difficulties they’ve been experiencing. Rebecca feels uncertain, but she agrees with Troy; having a professional to help them navigate together towards resolutions could be beneficial. Plus, considering they have different work schedules, Rebecca feels open to talking with their counselor virtually.
If you and your partner are experiencing difficulties in your own relationship, it’s worth considering whether or not you could both benefit from talking with a couples therapist or marriage counselor about the issues you’re faced with. It might seem intimidating to talk with a mental health professional about your connection with your partner, but doing so can help both of you to grow and heal as a couple. If you’d like to give it a try, consider reaching out to Thriveworks in Carmel, IN. We can set you up with a marriage counselor or couples therapist.
Even though talking with a mental health professional may be a decision that both of you come together to decide on, when you do, you’ll both be gaining a mental health ally that can help you to find solid ground once more. A couples therapist or marriage counselor with our team can assist you by teaching both partners to:
Marriage counselors and couples therapists are committed to helping couples just like you to achieve happiness and reignite their bonds of love and trust. In fact, that’s one of the reasons that talking with them is so important—it allows them to understand what’s going on in your relationship. With that feedback, they can offer coping strategies and communication methods that are designed just for you.
Ultimately, you and your partner are the ones who decide whether or not you need to talk to a mental health professional. However, there are several common signs or symptoms that indicate that a relationship’s dynamics are becoming unhealthy, including:
If you’re experiencing any of these issues, there’s no need to feel shame, but taking the proactive step to seek help from Thriveworks in Carmel, IN is a great way to salvage your connection. Instead of feeling as though counseling or therapy is a sign of defeat, it may be helpful to view it as a way of prioritizing the bonds that hold you together. Taking measures to protect your relationship is what matters most.
When you both decide to reach out and talk with a marriage counselor or couple’s therapist at our office in Carmel, IN you’ll be connected with a provider who cares. It might be encouraging to note that most of our clients have their first appointment within 24-48hrs of contacting the office. So give us a call to get started; doing so will unlock exclusive benefits for both of you to take advantage of, such as:
Our romantic relationships are often the most intense and rewarding experiences in our lives. But when things begin to veer off course, it’s important to get the help you both need in order to keep your relationship intact and healthy. If you’re interested in how connecting with a mental health professional could benefit your relationship, call Thriveworks in Carmel, IN today.
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