I work with clients who have difficulties getting past tough experiences that stops them from feeling peace and reaching their goals. During our sessions, we will create an open environment free of judgement, so we can work through what's causing you stress. My clients begin to see positive, wanted results within the first few sessions when compliant with treatment. I have over 15yrs of experience helping adults and teens. I am a board certified clinician. I am licensed to diagnose and treat clients. I also hold additional certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
My approach is uniquely made for you. We will take a look at all the areas of your life that make you, you. I am trained to help people get through difficult times in their life. These times could be from the past or they can be happening right now. I offer comfort, a listening ear, trained expertise to work with you in creating a plan for your treatment.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strengths as a provider lie in my ability to blend appropriate humor, care, experience, and expertise to guide my clients towards genuine and lasting results. Through my years of practice, I've honed the skill of infusing sessions with just the right amount of humor to create a comfortable atmosphere where clients feel at ease. My compassion drives me to deeply understand my clients' struggles, creating a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust and empathy. Combined with my extensive experience and expertise in the field, I offer clients not only practical strategies but also a supportive environment where they can explore their challenges and achieve meaningful growth. Together, these qualities enable me to connect with clients on another level and empower them to navigate their journey towards positive change with confidence and resilience.
About Bianca Hallmon
Appointments
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Imagine your mind as a team of players: thoughts, feelings, and actions. Sometimes, when a negative thought comes up (like "I'll never succeed"), it's like one player on the team dropping the ball. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is like the coach stepping in to help that player catch the ball better next time.
In CBT, we look at those negative thoughts and see if they're accurate or if they're just unhelpful beliefs. Then, we work together to challenge those thoughts, like asking, "Is there evidence that proves this thought wrong?" or "What would a friend say about this thought?" By doing this, we can help change the game plan, so those negative thoughts don't influence your actions as much. It's like training your mind to play a better game, so you can reach your goals with more confidence!
EMDR
Think of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy like a mental cleaning crew for your brain's stuck points caused by trauma. Imagine a messy closet full of old, painful memories and emotions that keep popping up and making you feel stuck.
With EMDR, it's like we're tidying up that closet. Instead of just talking about the memories, we use techniques like eye movements or taps to help your brain process those memories differently. It's almost like giving your brain a gentle nudge to reorganize those memories in a healthier way.
So, just like cleaning out a cluttered closet can make you feel lighter and more free, EMDR can help clear out the mental clutter from past traumas, making it easier to move forward in life without feeling stuck in the same old patterns.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is like having a heart-to-heart chat with a friend over coffee. Instead of me telling clients what to do, MI helps me guide them to find their own reasons and motivations for making positive changes.
Picture it like this: Imagine you're helping your friend make a big decision, like whether to start a new exercise routine. Instead of saying, "You should definitely start working out," you might ask questions like, "What's important to you about staying healthy?" or "What do you think might be the benefits of exercising regularly?"
In MI, I use similar gentle questioning to help clients explore their thoughts and feelings about change. By listening carefully and showing empathy, I can help them uncover their own motivations for making changes. It's all about creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel comfortable sharing openly, which can lead to more honest conversations and better outcomes.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is like being a detective investigating your own thoughts. Imagine your mind as a big puzzle, and sometimes, traumatic events can mess up the pieces. CPT helps put those pieces back together in a way that makes sense and helps you move forward.
Here's how it works: We look at the thoughts and beliefs you have about yourself and the world around you, especially those related to the trauma you've experienced. Then, we examine whether those thoughts are accurate and helpful or if they're causing you unnecessary stress and holding you back.
It's a bit like sorting through evidence. We gather clues about your thoughts and beliefs, and then we analyze them together. We might ask questions like, "Is there any evidence that supports this thought?" or "How might your best friend see this situation?"
By doing this detective work, we can start to challenge and reframe those negative thoughts, helping you see things in a healthier and more balanced way. It's all about empowering you to take control of your thoughts and ultimately, your life.
