LPC, 8 years of experience
Hello, my name is Peggy Bissing and I am licensed professional counselor in Texas, Missouri and Alaska. I am a licensed chemical dependency counselor in the state of Texas and Mental Behavioral Telehealth Counselor in Idaho. I have often told my client's that my soul's purpose on earth is to prevent suffering and to help people live happier lives. I am excited to assist you on your healing journey.
In our first session together, I review all intake paper and generally explain the types of therapeutic techniques. Since I use brain-based therapies it's important for client's to be informed and have ample opportunity to ask questions. Then, I review the client's presenting problem or the reason they are coming to therapy. I allow client's to talk freely about their concerns and expectations about therapy.
My greatest strength as a therapist is my broad area of experience. I worked as a school counselor, special education teacher, parole officer and probation counselor before starting my private practice. I have worked with homeless populations, visually impaired and children in residential treatment centers. I believe my scope of experience allows me relate to all of my clients life situations.
I enjoy helping clients with complex trauma, self esteem issues and those struggling to make good relationship choices.
I am a certified EMDR therapist. I use this technique to assist client's with processing through past trauma and utilize certain EMDR protocols to assist with addictions.
I often combine this technique with EMDR. I utilize this technique to help client's process trauma, deal with anxiety, depression, attachment issue and addictions.
This technique helps client's learn how to stabilize their own emotions. It allows client's to identify certain developmental parts of the personality that need healing.
I use this technique to motivate substance users to engage in treatment.