San Tan Valley AZ Trauma Counseling

1. San Tan Valley AZ Trauma Counseling Caring Healing Growing Caring Healing Growing In life's struggles, sometimes we need a listening and caring ear to help us along the journey. Let me help you: Identify those issues that may be getting in the way of a more rewarding life with fulfilling relationships. Explore and express your feelings so that you can finish unresolved emotions which are holding you back. Gain insight into your situation. Walk with you down the path of emotional and spiritual healing. As a licensed counselor, I can provide you with: support encouragement guidance Tools you need to overcome the obstacles in your way, reach your goals, and strengthen your growth. If you feel like you've reached an impasse in your life and are unable to carry the burden alone, you've come to the right place. Seeking help is the first step towards a healthier, more balanced life. I provide a confidential and non-judgmental setting where you can express yourself freely. About Sandy About Sandy Sandy Green, MS, NCC, LAC Master of Science in Community Counseling National Certified Counselor

2. Licensed Associate Counselor Sandy has a wide variety of life experiences having served for more than 25 years as a missionary in West Africa. During her time in Africa she has served as a Bible translator, language program administrator, and personnel director. Her experiences with trauma, caring for her father who died of cancer, and her husband's miraculous recovery from malaria and near death have given her a heart to help others work through the emotions associated with such events. She is blessed with more than 25 years of marriage and has mentored her children throughout their educational journey in public, private, and home school settings. Sandy holds a Bachelor’s degree with triple majors in Elementary Education, Religion, and Art. She has received her Master’s degree in Science in Community Counseling from the University of Phoenix. She is also a member of the American Counseling Association and the American Association of Christian Counselors. Your path to healing begins by calling Sandy at 480-351-0306. Services Available Services Available Providing general and Christian counseling services for a wide range of issues: Transitions and life changes Burnout Compassion fatigue Grief and loss (loss of loved one, job, relationship, pet, security, health) Divorce recovery Assertiveness Training Forgiveness Depression Spiritual Issues Codependency Adult Children of Addicts Foster/Adoption Blended Families Personal goal achievement Relationships (pre-marital, marriage, couples, friends, family, siblings, co-workers) Teaming (helping co-workers work together more effectively) Family and parenting issues Coping with illness and/or chronic pain

3. Providing therapy in a wide variety of formats: Providing therapy in a wide variety of formats: Individual Therapy General Relationship Counseling Pre-marital Counseling Couples Therapy Marriage Enrichment Counseling Family Therapy Parenting Child and Teen Therapy Group Therapy Workshops Christian Counseling Other Services Managing Anger Managing Anger There is a belief that you shouldn’t feel angry with someone you love, but it is irrational to expect two unique human beings (no matter how much they love each other) not to have some conflict. As kids we are all taught that expressing anger is wrong, we are taught that angry feelings aren’t acceptable but this only teaches us to be ashamed of a natural response that can’t be avoided, and ultimately an appropriate expression of anger is not learned. It is important to communicate anger in a healthy way to people you love, and it’s important to teach our children to do the same so that they can express their desires and dislikes without emotional chaos. If you are struggling to be understood, counseling can help. A licensed therapist can help you communicate more effectively. Schedule an appointment today… learn to express your anger in a healthy way. Faith Based Counseling / Christian Counseling Faith Based Counseling / Christian Counseling Faith based counseling from a Christian perspective is available to clients who request it. I believe in a holistic approach to counseling, taking into account the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects which make up the whole person. In the counseling session, as a Christian counselor, I will seek to understand your spiritual needs and meet you where you are in your Christian walk. Some clients come to the counseling room with hurt and

4. disappointment in God and others come to the counseling session leaning wholly on Him as their source of strength. I seek to understand your individual needs. Do you need reassurance of God’s love and grace? Are you wrestling with questions like “Why did God allow this to happen?” or “Where is God?” Do you want to grow in a better understanding of the Lord’s presence and sovereignty? What specific parts of your faith are sources of strength? How can we tap into these sources? How can your spiritual gifts be strengthened during this time in your life? As a Christian counselor, I will accept the place you find yourself with your walk with the Lord and I will respect your Christian tradition and foundation. Call me at 480-351-0306 to set up your Christian counseling session. And the angel showed me a pure river with the water of life, clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb, coursing down the center of the main street. On each side of the river grew a tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, with a fresh crop each month and in its leaves there was healing for the nations. Revelations 22:1-2 Depression Depression Have you found that awkward moment when you knew something just seemed out of place with your teenager but didn’t know what to say or do? Have you found your teenager getting defensive with your questions of “What’s wrong?”, “Why are you so sad?”, “What’s the matter with you?” Have you found yourself frustrated with trying to understand your teen’s moodiness? You are not alone among many parents of teens. A lot of times we have found that many parents of teens get frustrated, confused, and at times discouraged themselves in what to do to help their kid. The teenage years are one of the most difficult times of growing up in life and we want our son / daughter to succeed in life and to be or do their best. Through the counseling process, we as counselors have found that many of our teen clients with encouragement from their families work through the difficult challenges they face gathering internal and external help, hope,

5. courage, and strength to overcome the intensity of depression. Just being able to sort out mixed feelings, sad and confusing feelings, tragedies of life, losses, changes, and low self- esteem really helps them regain direction, confidence, and self-worth. Childhood Anxiety: Is My Child Freaking Out? Childhood Anxiety: Is My Child Freaking Out? Many times I have found that children may have a tendency to hide their feelings of fear, shame, guilt, and other feelings in their behavior. This is fairly common among the children I have counseled. I am here to help and develop new ways of coping for your child. I will help to connect with your son or daughter and learn ways to help comfort and overcome these difficult times which have been driving your child’s behavior. Many parents who come to me are greatly concerned with their child’s behavior as they see the “acting out” as potentially harmful, disruptive and quite problematic. As a parent, you might be feeling confused, sad, or frustrated. You may be likely wondering why your child is not able to “just be a kid”, carefree, fun-loving, and curious about the adventures of life. Here’s some signs to look for related to anxiety in your child Here’s some signs to look for related to anxiety in your child. . 1.Anxiety in children may exhibit itself in sleeplessness, restlessness, trembling, breathing difficulties, a pounding heartbeat, unexplained stomach aches, hot/cold flashes, or feeling as if he is choking. Please keep in mind that these signs and symptoms may also be part of a medical condition. So it will be important for a pediatrician or trained medical professional to examine your child as well. 2.The anxious child may obsess over what others may say/think, be a perfectionist, clench his fists, rapidly shake her hands, over-eat, bite his nails, pull her hair, pick at his skin, or ask to stay home from school or events which most children find enjoyable such as a birthday party or sports activity. Unmanaged anxiety may lead to fights, destruction of things (property), tears, whining, frustration, and possibly depression. 3.Your child may fake being sick or beg to stay home from school or other activities because he doesn’t have the necessary skills to face his fears. Every child has worries or fears but if you are observing a pattern or repetition of these behaviors, your child may be struggling with anxiety. For more information please visit For more information please visit http://www.healingleavescounseling.com http://www.healingleavescounseling.com