Joanna helped me more than I could ever have imagined. I had a very tough couple of years with my…read moremental health and Joanna gave me the tools and insight to get through anything life throws at me. We worked on childhood experiences that lead to negative ways that I felt about myself, why I made the choices that I did and gave me the ability to forgive and love myself. I really didn't like myself at all and now I can truly say that I love myself. It's amazing. It does take time and some hard work but it's so worth it. I am so grateful for all that Joanna gave me. And although I've "graduated" from therapy, I know I'll meet with Joanna again! I'm strong now but I'm incredibly self aware and I know that if life takes a curve Joanna will be there to help me continue to live my happy life!

I've been seeing Joanna for a little over a year now. Although I had been dealing with depression…read moreand a bit of anxiety for a few years, I was hesitant to go to a therapist. I had a pretty negative experience with therapists in my teens and was not eager to try again. However, I felt at ease with Joanna almost immediately. She is warm, direct and very empathetic and non-judgmental. I feel safe to explore whatever is going on with me. She very skillfully guides me to deeper places within myself, and to my own inner strength and resources. It is now very rare for me to get depressed, and if I feel anxious I use one of the many tools I've gotten from Joanna, and it doesn't last long.

Amy was a wonderful help to me. She made me feel relaxed immediately. Her unique techniques and…read moremethodology really met my needs. I highly recommend Amy to others who are seeking her services.

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Rebecca has that perfect blend of professional, yet down to earth. As a therapist, she is…read moretrust-worthy, straight forward and compassionate. And, she will make you laugh. And in therapy, we need to laugh!

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Ruth Freeman is wonderful. We don't know her personally, but we have watched her webinars on Peace…read moreat Home Parenting. If you think things have gotten a little too negative around discipline in your house, Ruth has lots of practical, plain-spoken advice that will help. The basic webinar on positive discipline led us to reflect productively on our parenting practices. Our town purchased a free membership for parents for the fall. Check to see if your town offers something similar!

I was very excited to begin my journey with Hope Counseling, until I received poor service. The…read moretherapist I was seeing at the time was Monique. I had explained to her that I struggled with anxiety and panic attacks. She suggested I breathe and count to ease the attack. I explained to her that breathing didn't work for me while I was panicking and proceeded to ask her if she ever experienced a panic attack. Rudely and abrasively, she answered "no". I think she got offended by my question. The following day she ended services with me. I contacted her to ask her why and to follow up and never got a response back. I then called the owner, Dorian and left a message. There was no response from either of them. I think this place is very unprofessional and lacks integrity. When you're in the business servicing people with a mental health diagnosis or vulnerable individuals , you need to be empathetic, understanding, patient and kind. We are ultimately letting our guards down and being vulnerable with our "trusted" provider. I suggest the company implements some sort of sanctuary model to ensure that the patients feel protected and the providers to provide quality, authentic, and professional care. -Kayla P.

I called for an initial intake and Jim made it sound very promising for us. Have me instructions to…read morefollow to start the process, it's been over 2 weeks and my calls and attempts to follow up are ignored ... I'm asking for help and they're obviously " too busy " to be bothered. Don't get your hopes up with this group.

From the owner: James J. Maffuid, M.F.T. Licensed Marriage & Family…read moreTherapist James is a Clinical Member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. His specialties include adolescent issues, substance abuse, couples and families. James also provides clinical supervision, consultation, personal coaching and crisis intervention services. Ann Marie P. Maffuid, M.F.T. Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Ann Marie is a clinical member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. Having a solid background working with children, adolescents and their families in both inpatient and outpatient settings, Ann Marie specializes in emotional and behavioral problems of children and adolescents. Convenient Hours Appointments scheduled Monday through Friday until 9:30 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and on an as needed basis after hours Saturday and Sunday. Home visits also available

Monika is a first class talented therapist. She's been in the business for many years and is a…read moreseasoned professional. She can resolve issues quickly by identifying them immediately and she presents helpful ways to solve them. Her years of experience working with individuals, couples and families has served her well. She is very knowledgeable and has kept up to date. She is constantly studying and reading up on research. You will find in her a caring, responsible, confidential and kind person who remembers what you have worked on week to week and considers it carefully. She does take insurance and her prices are fair and reasonable. She has been able to help the many clients I have referred to her over the years. The world is a brighter place when you have Monika on your team.

I went to her and in the first 5 minutes she had to tell me a story about what she perceived as bad…read morecustomer service from my company. She even said you probably don't want to hear my story and I said no I don't and then 2 minutes later she just couldn't contain herself and had to tell me. I was coming to her for anxiety and depression. This was so inappropriate. Furthermore, her response to my problem felt very judgmental. Instead of helpful advice she told me to take a deep breath. End of advice. I was very disappointed. I had been to a therapist before and received excellent care, advice, homework, all things I did not receive here. I would not recommend her