Chris Durkin
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, relationship concerns, and personal growth. I prefer in person therapy at Serenity Farm but will accommodate virtual as needed. My background is in Equine and other animal assisted Therapy. I have worked at homeless shelters, addiction treatment centers, outpatient clinics, and residential providing individual group and family therapy. after going through the school of hard knocks, I got my masters and social work at university of Central Florida and have been a Florida resident for 30 years.
First session
Our first session is focused on creating clarity and direction. We take a look at what you’re currently facing and define where you want to be.
Strengths
In person experiential learning creates new mindful practices in the moment
Treatment methods
Eclectic
A combination of therapeutic approaches is utilized tointegrate shadow work or working withthe positive and negative ego within us.
Experiential Therapy
At Serenity Farm we use the lake, forest, horses, goats, pigs, chickens or ducks to promote growth through structured activities.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Through various techniques like mindful breathing and body scans, you learn to pay attention to the present moment without judgment. This allows you to observe your thoughts and feelings without getting caught up in them, leading to greater self-awareness and emotional regulation.
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
I focus on our beliefs, often hidden in our subconscious, to challenge and integrate new belief systems.
Location
Virtual sessions