LMFT, 6 years of experience
My name is Simone Stear Zwipf and I am so excited to partner with you. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist as well as a licensed professional clinical counselor. I believe that therapy should feel empowering and enjoyable. My strength is working with clients to build self-esteem, reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms, process difficult experiences and trauma, help those with substance use disorders, and improve couple and family relationships.
First sessions are for information gathering and getting to know each other. I will gather history and background information from the client, discuss what is bringing the client into therapy, and their goals for sessions.
I find purpose in helping others identify their strengths, set goals, and achieve them. Assisting clients on their journey of improvement and healing is an honor that I don't take lightly. Seeing the change, the growth, and the strength development in each client is the most rewarding work. I can't wait to get started with assisting you on your journey.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have experience in play therapy for children, substance abuse, and trauma informed care which can apply to individuals, couples, and families.
I often utilize CBT in my practice in order to challenge the negative thought patterns that impact life. Utilizing goal setting with SMART goals can help achieve your goals. I
I utilize motivational interviewing often in practice in order to identify where the client is at in their process. This method can assist with creating and maintaining motivation for treatment.
DBT interventions are extremely effective for those who have difficulty regulating their emotions. These tips and tricks can be useful for almost any client.
Unresolved trauma can lead to emotional, behavioral, and physical issues and substance use. Trauma informed care can help clients restore their sense of agency, safety, and self-worth after experiencing a traumatic event. My goal with Trauma Informed Care is to assist the client to move with their experiences to identify their resilience.