Our therapists offer grief & loss counseling in Carmel, IN

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.