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HELPING YOU DISCOVER

THE PERSON YOU WERE MEANT TO BE.

IS COUNSELING FOR ME?

If you can say yes to any of these thoughts, you may want to consider counseling:

Life seems hard. I’m sad a lot. Worry consumes me. I’m mad all the time. I can’t control what I do.

It can be a personal path to aid you in the healing journey. Would you like to move towards fullness and freedom?

“My goal is to help you know and love the person you were made to be, and to help you live it out.”

WHY TRY COUNSELING?

Sometimes, we just need a different perspective to help us see the truth.

Life can be weary and overwhelming. And, sometimes we can’t figure out why we feel the way we do. It feels like a downward spiral of negative self-talk or hurtful emotions. When we begin down that path, our energy levels drop, relationships start to show signs of fracture, and negative thoughts can take over. We want to get off this cycle.

If life seems to be out of control, or even if you can’t identify what the barriers are, counseling can change your life by working through these struggles – even the ones that seem insurmountable.

Counseling can be your first step.

HOW DOES IT WORK? WHAT CAN I EXPECT?

Counseling is a personal process.

I work with adults and couples, diving into hard topics to prepare you for the work of healing. Our relationship requires trust and I will be your partner and navigator, though first we must get to know each other. We start with a consultation, defining the foundation for our future time together. From there we will establish our next steps. Together we will build a strategy to help you live to your potential. I may offer feedback and suggestions for “home”work though I want your thoughts and insight regarding this work also.

At its most effective, counseling sessions are a place where deep sharing happens. Just like any good relationship, special consideration is made to reflect the unique aspects of the individual/couple. Using a holistic approach allows me to utilize methods and strategies that best fit you and your life.

ECLECTIC THERAPY

I use various treatment therapies and modalities depending on your needs. A few of the therapies I may use in session are listed here:
POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY

This is the study of what makes your life worth living. In other words, it is an approach to looking at your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, focusing on your strengths instead of weaknesses. In general, the greatest advantage of this therapy is that it teaches you the power of shifting your perspective.
PERSON-CENTERED APPROACH

The client/ counselor relationship is critical to healing. I want to provide a judgment-free and unconditional atmosphere so you can help yourself understand your situation and your world. In this therapy, I help you direct your own healing.
COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (CBT)

Problems you are having may be based on unhelpful ways of thinking. CBT helps clients change these unhelpful thinking patterns. There may be times we glimpse into your past, but the primary focus is on your present, helping you develop more helpful ways of coping with life.
MINDFULNESS

This therapy helps you to be fully present in the now. It helps you to be attentive of your thoughts and physical bodily responses so you can be better at handling your day to day feelings and issues.

WHY COME TO ME?

I’VE WALKED A SIMILAR PATH.

I’ve experienced many of life’s struggles attempting to process those hurdles on my own. I want to help you navigate some of life’s rocky waters so you don’t have to do it alone.

When I finally saw a counselor, that person helped me shine a new light on my situations, to find the positives, and establish new hope. My desire is to get in your corner and be that person for you.

A LITTLE ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Patsy Andow-Plum

I am an Ohio licensed professional counselor having received my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Xavier University.

I’m a nature lover and enjoy being out in the woods exploring God’s world. As a professional Registered Architect, I like creating through hands-on experiences. I also express myself through music; singing, playing the piano, and ballroom dancing. My husband and I have 4 children and 7 grandchildren. On great weather days, you may see us out riding on our motorcycle.

SOME OF MY SPECIALTIES

People seek counseling for different reasons. Sometimes there is a specific event or reason that is identified. And, sometimes it is uncertainty or disruption around parts of their life or relationships that drive the decision.

Grief and Loss

Loss of a person, pet, job, hope, dream… We will discuss what grief/loss is and find healthy ways for you to cope and heal.

Depression

Don’t want to do anything? Little motivation? Feeling unable? There is hope, we will find it together.

Anxiety and Stress

Feeling overly worried or nervous? Stressed in everyday situations? Let’s look at these together and come up with a plan that can help you.

Relationships

Difficult relationships, can’t figure them out. Let’s help your relationships grow stronger and thrive.

Life Issues

Daily living can be complicated, hectic and stressful. Let’s put meaning and margin in your life.

Anger Issues

Angry with people, circumstances, or just about everything? Let’s work on tools and techniques to help you control the anger, instead of it controlling you.

Spiritual Struggles

How do I integrate my faith with the things happening in my life? Is there a God? Identify the struggle and discover what’s best for you.

“Just by being here, you’ve taken the first step. Let’s continue the journey.”

LET’S CONNECT

It’s critical for your growth that we ensure that we are a good match for each other. I can’t help you discover your potential if you aren’t comfortable sharing with me. Please click the email link below to send me a brief message – and please be sure to include your first and last name, some details about you and why you are seeking counseling –and I will send you a reply with some available times to connect on the phone (this is your Free Phone Consultation). And then we will take it from there. Thanks for trusting me in this process, for being brave, and making a connection!

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