Natalie Wakeley
Natalie Wakeley
Welcome! My name is Natalie and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor. I have experience working with clients from all walks of life with varying concerns. My specializations include treating Trauma, BPD, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, family conflict, life transitions, co-dependency, stress management and more. I offer both individual and family therapy. I do not currently provide couple’s counseling.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session together, I want to get to know you and also answer any questions you have about this process. The first session is where I get to know what brought you to counseling and what you would like work on and change. If you don't know where to start, that's ok, too! Just showing up is a big step and I can help you take the next one.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My strengths as a therapist lie in my ability to put my clients at ease and I enjoy helping clients "drop in" to their bodies and experience therapy both mentally and somatically. I believe that everyone should feel supported, heard and respected in a therapy session. I remain completely non-judgmental, objective and honest and hold clients accountable to their therapy goals. My goal is to help you show up for yourself.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal clients are those who are ready to explore their inner world and actively engage in the therapeutic process. I welcome individuals who are new to therapy as well as those facing treatment‑resistant conditions that have tried therapy in the past and haven't found the relief they are looking for. I value working with clients who want to set meaningful goals, gain insight, and feel empowered to create lasting change. Together, our sessions become a collaborative space where growth, healing, and self‑discovery can truly take root.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy is a cutting‑edge, evidence‑based approach that views the mind as made up of different “parts,” each with its own emotions, roles, and intentions. Rather than trying to eliminate these parts, IFS helps clients build curiosity and compassion toward them, leading to healing at a deeper level. This approach has shown remarkable results for individuals with treatment‑resistant mental health conditions, as it addresses underlying wounds and internal conflicts that often remain untouched by more traditional methods. In my clinical experience, I have integrated IFS techniques to help clients explore and unburden the parts of themselves that hold pain, fear, or shame. I’ve witnessed how this gentle, yet profound process fosters lasting change—clients begin to feel more whole, more self‑led, and better able to navigate their lives.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence‑based approach that combines cognitive‑behavioral techniques with mindfulness skills to help clients regulate emotions, tolerate distress, and build healthier relationships. It is widely recognized as the first‑line treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) because of its effectiveness in reducing self‑destructive behaviors and improving emotional stability. DBT’s structured skills training—covering mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness—provides clients with practical tools they can use in daily life. In my years of clinical work, I have extensive experience implementing DBT with clients, both individually and in group settings. I’ve seen firsthand how these skills empower people to navigate intense emotions, break long‑standing patterns, and create more meaningful connections.
Psychoanalytic
Psychoanalytic therapy works by exploring unconscious thoughts, feelings, and patterns that influence a person’s current behavior and relationships. Through techniques such as free association, exploration of early life experiences, and attention to the therapeutic relationship, clients gain insight into underlying conflicts and emotional wounds. This deeper understanding often leads to lasting change, greater self‑awareness, and healthier ways of relating to others. In my clinical experience, I have incorporated psychoanalytic approaches to help clients uncover the roots of their struggles and make sense of long‑standing patterns. I’ve seen how this process can open doors to healing that might not emerge through surface‑level interventions alone.