Psychologist Samantha Whelan providing different types of therapy in Fair Oaks

Samantha Whelan

Clinician
License Type(s): LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteem
14 years offering treatment

Hello! My name is Samantha Whelan and I am an LPC currently licensed in Oklahoma, Alabama, and New Hampshire with 12 years of professional experience. I decided to take a sabbatical to raise my two children while continuing to keep up with professional development thru continuing education. During these years the ups and downs of everyday life with family, kids, and friends gave me more insight into personal life struggles than I could have acquired by only reading a textbook or sitting in my office. I consider it one of the greatest honors of my life to be able to help people who may be experiencing a personal, family, or relational challenge by providing support, practical feedback, skills-sets and tools that I have acquired in my many years of conducting group and individual psychotherapy sessions. The majority of my professional counseling career was spent prior to the birth of my children. This period of intense focus on my development as a counselor provided me with the chance to develop the capacity to exhibit sympathy and accurate empathy when working with some of society's most challenging circumstances. During this critical time of professional growth, I had the distinct honor to work with people struggling with the grip of addiction and mental health challenges. Because of the bio-psycho-social nature of the disease of addiction, I was challenged to become competent in addressing a myriad of my clients social, emotional, spiritual, physical, legal, familial, and financial issues caused by the trauma of unhealthy habits and poor decision making. It was during these early years that I developed my own personal style of counseling and psychotherapy. This style of therapy is deeply rooted in the discipline of cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral theory, motivational interviewing, and client centered therapy . These styles allow both you and I to work together during our therapy sessions. I would also like to mention that I myself have been where you are. I have sought out counseling as well and as a counselor myself I had very high standards. I feel like this experience also gave me such great insight into what it felt like to be "on the other side of the desk" and I truly knew how it felt to be heard and validated and I hope that I can make my clients feel the same way. It is my belief that most individuals fall somewhere along a continuum of change. Many times a person’s lack of awareness of where they might be placed on this continuum is a starting point for our counseling sessions. Change doesn't happen overnight. But, my hope for you is that we can find out what you would like to improve and find out what types of behavior change need to happen in order for you to accomplish your personal growth goals in a safe, confidential setting. Always remember your agenda is my agenda. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Jackie Warder providing different types of therapy in Fair Oaks

Jackie Warder

Clinician
License Type(s): MS, LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
5 years offering treatment

Hi! I am Jackie and I am a professional counselor licensed in Oklahoma with over 5 years of experience working as a psychotherapist and advocate for others. I have worked with clients through a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, loss of self-love and family issues. I have helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. Also, I have a 2 year experience working therapeutically in a in-patient setting for severely mentally ill adults. Truly no judgment will be found here. My counseling style is based out of the importance of being real humans and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I do not believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, reality based, solution focused and psychodynamic counseling. These sessions are yours and the priority is providing a safe space for YOU to find YOUR healing with myself as a guide in whatever journey you choose to take. Let me come beside you and offer support and empathy. It takes courage to seek guidance and just showing up is the first step to a happier life. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Joyce McDowell providing different types of therapy in Fair Oaks

Joyce McDowell

Clinician
License Type(s): LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
30 years offering treatment

I have been providing counseling for about 25 years. I worked my first 10 years with the elderly population. For the past 15 years I have worked with all age ranges in a variety of areas. I meet my clients where they are, using Client Centered focus, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, including Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (cause & effect) of behaviors. I also use EFIT (Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy) to assist with trauma. My clients are a critical part of my treatment plan development as my desire is to assist in their success - effectively working myself out of their lives. They learn the coping skills rather than dependence on a person to go from one crisis to the next.

Psychologist Rilda Smith providing different types of therapy in Fair Oaks

Rilda Smith

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefSleeping disordersCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
22 years offering treatment

As a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist in Oklahoma for over 20 years, I have a systemic perspective on the issues clients bring to therapy. I understand that your difficulties exist in relationship to your larger circle of family, friends and colleagues. Clients appreciate this perspective because it seems like I “get it” differently than someone who doesn't view people systemically. Some of the specific struggles I treat are coping with all types of grief and loss (not just death), managing life transitions, anxiety/stress, caregiver issues, sleep struggles, communication, anger management, money/financial issues, self-esteem and experiencing compassion fatigue and burnout. A particular passion of mine is working with Third Culture Kids (TCKs), especially helping them transition to living in the United States. I have walked alongside TCKs and Adult TCKs for many years and have extensive experience in this therapeutic area. Ultimately, I believe, you are the expert on your story and you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the things that challenge you! I hope to be someone who can help you along the way! Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started.

Psychologist Karen Evanson providing different types of therapy in Fair Oaks

Karen Evanson

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementADHD
21 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Oklahoma with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, & anger management. I also have experience working with concentration, memory and focus (ADHD). I am also a certified Hypnotherapist. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Suzie Braddock providing different types of therapy in Fair Oaks

Suzie Braddock

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesDepression
20 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Oklahoma with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Anita Brison providing different types of therapy in Fair Oaks

Anita Brison

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementDepression
9 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Therapist in Oklahoma and Arizona with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & anger management. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. I am here to support, assist & empower you on that journey.

Psychologist Erin Weekes providing different types of therapy in Fair Oaks

Erin Weekes

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
12 years offering treatment

I am licensed in South Carolina and Maine with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, & coping with life changes. I also have experience working with compassion fatigue. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Brittany Hjerpe providing different types of therapy in Fair Oaks

Brittany Hjerpe

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementCoping with life changes
7 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Oklahoma with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with grief and loss, anger management, motivation, self esteem, and coping with life changes. I have spent the last 10 years supporting my husband and children navigate life as a military family! Being a military spouse has definitely given me life experiences that are beneficial to helping others. It takes strength to be open and vulnerable in counseling sessions and I believe in treating everyone with respect and kindness regardless of what we’re working on.

Psychologist Melodie Heupel-Carney providing different types of therapy in Fair Oaks

Melodie Heupel-Carney

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
23 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Oklahoma and South Dakota with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

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Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Fair Oaks that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Fair Oaks available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Fair Oaks therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Fair Oaks therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Fair Oaks region and in the state of Oklahoma.

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Therapists in Fair Oaks can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Fair Oaks may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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