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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 5 years of experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds. I have experience working with many different areas of concern including: anxiety, depression, personality disorders, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, eating disorders, phobias, stress management, anger management, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, career counseling, substance abuse, academic problems, relationships, intimate partner violence, trauma, and grief.
I am passionate about helping others reach their full potential by unlocking their own personal strengths. My main therapeutic approach is client-centered and I tailor each treatment modality for each unique individual. I often incorporate cognitive behavioral, dialectic behavioral, psychodynamic, mindfulness, solution-focused, and healthy lifestyle methods into my treatment plans.
I enjoy working with all types of clients but I have a lot of experience and a strong passion for helping individuals who struggle with anxiety, stress, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and negative self-talk.
Seeking support demonstrates a lot of strength and shows strong determination to change the things in life that you want to improve.
I look forward to working with you!
Professional experience
5yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyRelationshipsSelf esteem, MotivationCoping with life changesADHD
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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Lydia is an absolute asset to better help and everyone that’s looking for help. Her willingness to make time and her attentiveness for the person she’s caring for is very outstanding.
Written on Jun 03, 2024 after therapy with Lydia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is awesome!
Written on Jan 17, 2024 after therapy with Lydia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I absolutely love Lydia. She listens to me and helps me out with whatever the issue is. She's one of the few people I can rely and depend on.
Written on Nov 16, 2023 after therapy with Lydia for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
She's wonderful, kind, and has beautiful insights into everything!
Written on Oct 24, 2023 after therapy with Lydia for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
What a beautiful experience. I don’t have words to describe how patient and empathic Lydia is. I would recommend her to anyone who wants to better their life. Here I am living my best life and I can’t wait to keep telling her how my life just keeps getting better because of her continuous passion.
Written on Jul 21, 2023 after therapy with Lydia for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
She is kind and understanding.
Written on Jul 12, 2023 after therapy with Lydia for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, and anger management
Very clear that she is listening to my specific challenges.
Written on Dec 22, 2022 after therapy with Lydia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Lydia is great as long as I have been working with her she always help me overcome my problems and how to better myself at life she always responding back in a timely manner I’m great full to work with someone like Lydia
Written on Dec 04, 2022 after therapy with Lydia for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I absolutely love betterhelp the app is convenient, easy to navigate, and honestly the perfect way to approach therapy in my opinion!
Written on Sep 10, 2022 after therapy with Lydia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Lydia is hands down the absolute best therapist I have ever had. She always has the best advice and is so personable over text, phone, or video! She has helped me grow so much as a person and I owe it all to her!
Written on Jun 24, 2022 after therapy with Lydia for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, and self esteem
Lydia is the first therapist I have ever had and I love her. She is younger which allows me to feel more comfortable and relatable. I can open up about anything and everything knowing that she cares and wants to help me. She makes me feel comfortable and allows me to be heard with no judgment.
Written on May 04, 2022 after therapy with Lydia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
I was so nervous of starting therapy for the first time, but meeting with Lydia was much more of a therapy session and more of a friend listening and guiding you to become the best version of yourself. I never thought I could get out of the funk I was in but with her help I was able to pull myself back up and keep fighting. I highly recommend her.
Written on Apr 05, 2022 after therapy with Lydia for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
While I was in Michigan Lydia was a great help during a very stressful time.
Written on Dec 02, 2021 after therapy with Lydia for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues
It’s like talking with an educated friend, who is quite astute at picking up what I put down haha. She has helped me a lot.
Written on Nov 26, 2021 after therapy with Lydia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
This was my first time with any kind of therapy or counseling and I really loved and appreciated working with Lydia. She is extremely thoughtful and supportive and engages with you throughout your week in between sessions. 10/10 recommend.
Written on May 17, 2021 after therapy with Lydia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, and trauma and abuse
Lydia is a very positive influence and offers excellent advice. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
Written on May 01, 2021 after therapy with Lydia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Coming into this never having experienced counseling before, I was nervous and anxious on how I would handle and respond to it. Lydia was super friendly and easy to talk to right from the beginning. She consistently checks in with insightful quotes and things related to our discussions to remind me of the goals I’m looking to accomplish. Lydia is definitely someone who is knowledgeable in her field and is able to pin point specifics on things you may have trouble relaying. I would highly recommend her and will continue our sessions. I have only had a few sessions with her and she has already helped me so much! I look forward to learning more from her with future sessions!
Written on Mar 20, 2021 after therapy with Lydia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and adhd
Lydia is extremely caring and very understanding. I feel very comfortable opening up with her.
Written on Mar 19, 2021 after therapy with Lydia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
Lydia has been fantastic. She is very empathetic and understanding. Her passion for helping others was evident from the first session and she has always been quick to respond whenever I’ve had questions or concerns.
Written on Feb 24, 2021 after therapy with Lydia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Lydia is absolutely an amazing counselor, truly the chef’s kiss of therapists out there. Thank you!
Written on Dec 30, 2020 after therapy with Lydia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
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