Counseling

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At Catholic Social Services, our number one priority is the needs of you and your family.  We offer individual, group, play, marital, and family counseling depending on your needs.  Catholic Social Services is a non-profit agency that is open to anyone that has a need for services.  We accept Medicaid and some types of insurance.  For those who do not have medical coverage, we offer a sliding fee scale.  Below are some common emotional problems that can affect both adults and children.

Below is information of concern specifically designed for both adults and children.

Many adults experience some form of emotional duress or stress during their lifetime.  At Catholic Social Service, we have qualified, licensed, experienced, professional staff to help you cope with any emotional issues you may presently be experiencing.  The following are some of the most common emotional issues that adults may experience:

Anger /Aggression

People get angry - it is a fact of life. The problem is that many people do not know how to handle their anger which can lead to violence, verbal abuse, and aggression. With the right assistance, individuals receiving treatment can learn coping skills that assist in expressing anger appropriately.

At Catholic Social Services, we not only work with those referred through the legal system but also those individuals that have personally recognized that they may need help in dealing with anger in an appropriate manner. Our therapists work with probation departments to provide anger assessments and recommendations upon request. We can provide anger management individual therapy as follow-up when needed/recommended.

Divorce

Divorce can be a painful, emotionally draining experience for all those involved.  It is important to work through the anger, hostility, and sadness, along with allowing yourself to grieve this loss.   While going through a divorce, there maybe periods of overwhelming emotional stress.  During this potentially difficult time, it may be helpful to speak with a therapist in order to make the process less difficult and manageable.  

Eating Disorders

There are several types of eating disorders that are prevalent in our society.  Eating disorders are characterized by severe disturbances in eating behavior.  The following are some of the most common types of eating disorders that may affect you or a loved one:

Anorexia Nervosa  

The essential features of Anorexia Nervosa are that the individual refuses to maintain a minimally normal body weight, is intensely afraid of gaining weight, and exhibits a significant disturbance in the perception of the shape and size of his or her body.

Bulimia Nervosa

The essential features of this disorder are binge eating and inappropriate compensatory methods to prevent weight gain.  Usually these compensatory methods include purging (induced vomiting, use of laxatives, or diuretics) or non purging behaviors such as fasting or excessive exercise.

Mood Disorders

Mood disorders are those disorders that have a disturbance in mood as the predominant feature.  The following are a list of the most common mood disorders that affect members of society.

Depression

Individuals that experience depression suffer from more then just the "blues" now and then.  Depression can cause individuals to feel as if completion of day to day tasks as overwhelming.  Symptoms of depression include: depressed mood or loss of interest or pleasure in nearly all activities, irritable rather then sad mood, changes in appetite, changes in sleep patterns, decreased energy, and feelings of worthlessness.  If you have lost interest in things you used to love, have no energy, feel worthless or guilty a lot, are having problems thinking or making decisions, or have thought about suicide, you might be clinically depressed.

Bipolar Disorder

Individuals that suffer from Bipolar disorder experience symptoms of depression and mania.  Mania is best described as a distinct period in which there is abnormally and persistently elevated, expansive, or irritable mood.  Symptoms of mania can include the following symptoms:  decreased need for sleep, inflated self esteem or grandiosity, flight of ideas, and distractibility.  Individuals suffering from Bipolar disorder may feel like they are on an "emotional roller coaster" going from highs (mania) to lows (depression).

Anxiety

Anxiety can manifest itself in many ways.  Types of anxiety include:

Grief & Loss

Death or loss of a friend or loved one is something we all face.  Coming to terms with the loss of a friend or loved one can be a very difficult and emotionally draining experience.    At Catholic Social Services, our therapists are trained to assist individuals in working through the grief and loss process. 

Domestic Violence

Violence in the home is devastating, both to the victim and to her/his loved ones. Victims of domestic violence experience many short-term and long-lasting effects. Injuries can range from bruises, cuts, concussions and burns to broken bones, internal injuries, stab/bullet wounds, and death. Victims experience many types of psychological distress, such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and self-esteem issues, and they are more likely than other people to contemplate or attempt suicide. Children who witness domestic violence are victims too; they experience many mental health issues and are more likely to be physically violent.

Relationship Problems

At Catholic Social Services, we believe in the importance of relationships, and we know that relationships take a great deal of hard work. There are times when love isn't enough to work through problems and professional help is needed. Our therapists are trained to work with couples or those experiencing relationship problems that can occur in one's daily life.

Sexual Abuse

At Catholic Social Services, we are dedicated to helping those who have been victims of sexual abuse. We believe that through constructive therapy with a supportive therapist, abuse victims can become strong, resilient survivors. We cannot erase the abuse and the pain, but we can be a guiding force for you.

Counseling for Children

Catholic Social Services, our number one priority is our clients. Your needs, and the needs of your child, are extremely important to us. That is why we offer qualified, experienced, and licensed staff in order to meet you and your child/children's needs.

Children deal with problems quite differently than adults. Often the only signs of mental health issues are behavioral problems at home and at school. Besides with the adult mental health issues noted above, children may face some of the additional mental health issues listed below.  

Anger /Aggression

Children get angry – it is a fact of life. The problem is that many children do not know how to handle their anger and they are bombarded with violent images and aggression throughout our society. The therapists at Catholic Social Services have developed an anger management program that uses a combination of individual, group, and family therapy to address your child's needs from many different angles. We also believe it is vital to partner with your family and your child's school to tailor this program to your child's own anger issues.

If your child is in individual or family therapy elsewhere, it is possible for him/her to attend the group section of the program only. Please contact us for further details.

Divorce

Divorce can be a painful, emotionally draining experience for all involved, but especially for children. Many times the children involved are suffering silently and the only signs are behavioral problems. It is extremely important to help your child work through the anger, hostility, and sadness, along with allowing him/her to grieve this loss. There are times that working with a professional can make the process a little easier.

Reactive Attachment Disorder

Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) is a disturbance of social interaction caused by neglect of a child's basic physical and emotional needs, particularly during infancy. Seen mostly in children who have been in out-of-home placements, the CSB system or in adopted children, reactive attachment disorder causes significant relationship problems. Symptoms often include resisting human interaction, desire to be isolated from others, refusing to be comforted, avoiding physical contact and caregivers, and “latching on to” strangers.

The therapists at Catholic Social Services offer an alternative to holding therapy for RAD children. Our approach includes holistic treatment that involves the entire family. We recognize that each child is unique and that your family ‘s treatment options should be tailored to the specific needs of your family.

Sexual Abuse

At Catholic Social Services, we are dedicated to helping children who have been victims of sexual abuse. We believe that through constructive therapy and the loving support of family, child victims can become strong, resilient survivors. We cannot erase the abuse and the pain, but we can be a guiding force for your child and your family.

Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder

Otherwise known as ADHD, this disorder can cause many difficulties at home and at school. Symptoms include making careless mistakes in schoolwork, an inability to pay attention in class or play, problems listening, disorganization, distractibility, forgetfulness, fidgeting, constantly talking, interrupting, and being constantly active. Even if a child is diagnosed with ADHD, this does not mean that he/she must go on medication. At Catholic Social Services, our therapists feel that every case of ADHD needs to be dealt with individually, in conjunction with the family's needs.

Catholic Social Services offers therapy for a wide range of other issues. If you have any questions about our services, please contact our clinical director.

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