Atasha Codginton
I am licensed in the state of New York. My goal is to effect change that would result in abundant life. I have expereince in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts & parenting issues including parents with special needs children.
I am a Christian and believe in the power of prayer, howver, I follow your lead in terms of style of therapuetic method used.
I am a Christian and believe in the power of prayer, howver, I follow your lead in terms of style of therapuetic method used.
First session
I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the things that challenges you. In our first introductory meeting you will learn who I am, my style of counseling and availability.
Strengths
My stregnth is that I believe in you and that it takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to takethe first steps towards a change. I am here to empower you and support you on your journey.
Ideal clients
Ideal client for me is the " Working Worried" adults who are dealing with life problems and working through past traumas. I counsel adults aged 18 to 65 and sometimes above. I have counseled parents of special needs childen and have helped them develop a plan along with their school for the child. I have worked with those with serious mental illnesses and co occuring disorders.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is the concept that talk therapy focuses on identifying and changing negative or unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors
Christian Counseling
I use Christian Counseling when appropriate which may include scripture and prayer
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I allow clients to lead their sessions and move at a pace that is comfortable for them.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
We will focus on building solutions and acheiving goals rather than analyzing problems.
Location
Virtual sessions