Hello there! My name is Sydney and I am an LCSW in the state of Indiana. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Indianapolis. While I have worked with young children all the way through geriatric age individuals, my favorite individual to work with is one ready to make change and have real/raw conversation. Life struggles are difficult enough, and I love being the non judgmental sounding board to help find solutions. I currently work full time private practice and am loving it!
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
The first session is like a matching game! I want to make sure we are a good fit. I would like to hear about your current struggles and discuss possible goals/outcomes. But more importantly, I want to know about who you are at your core. I’m not here to just treat your emotions, but you as a human who has autonomy and a unique sense of drive to address said struggles. Let’s see what we can accomplish together.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Working within the court system, and with criminal/civil cases throughout my career, I have developed a unique approach to asking necessary/hard questions while building rapport. I do not waste time with building relationships, but I also do not waste time with road mapping a clinical plan. Asking hard questions, providing difficult feedback, and maintaining client rapport can be a difficult concoction!
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
My idea client is anyone ready to address the struggles they are encountering, in an authentic manner. I love addressing the “hard” discussions, as it makes us human! I will be a counselor who pushes you to think outside the box and who will get creative with solutions to address your problems.
About Sydney Wilkins
Sydney Wilkins offers therapy covered by UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid in Indiana.
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Trauma-Focused CBT
We have to address the root of the problem to find any sustainable solution(s). TFCBT is used in my sessions to not only target trauma, but to understand how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors all interconnect.
Couples Counseling
It takes 2 to have a conflict and 2 to find a solution! I use couples therapy for people who desire to address the real/raw issues, in order to find a better way to live collaboratively whether as an ongoing couple or co-parenting.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Suicide Prevention (CBT-SP)
CBT-SP is utilized for individuals who need to process thoughts, feelings, and behaviors specifically tied to passive/active suicidal ideation. Exploring the root of thoughts is important, but exploring the desire to act on those thoughts is more important. This modality addresses the raw realities of suicidal thoughts, and also normalizes the feelings and stigmas surrounding SI.
Grief Therapy
Grief is a non-linear process. My approach with grief is abstract and unique, and set at the pace of the client. Grief is a healing journey, not a race with a finish line.
Motivational Interviewing
MI is at the forefront of all social work practice(s). MI explores existing strengths and uses those as a catalyst to create change. If we have to discuss the issues at hand, we may as well start with the positives first, right?