Brighter Life Behavioral Services Schaumburg, IL 60173
9 N River Rd Auburn, ME 04210
312 W 2nd St Casper, WY 82601
Call: 1-224-269-4549 (Local)
877-216-7495 (Toll Free)
Text: 224-269-4551
Fax: 925-307-5884
staff@mybrighterhealth.com
Pooja Patel, NP has been working in a psychiatric setting for a few years now. She is experienced in both inpatient and out-patient settings.
She is skilled in providing individual and comprehensive care including prescribing medications and therapeutic approaches. She believes, mental health is just as important as any other medical issue. It plays an important role in the way we deal with daily life stress, how we relate to others, and the decisions we make. Pooja Patel, NP believes in giving the best quality of care that her patient desires. Her ability to keep the families in the center of the treatment are respected by her patients.
Her motivation is to listen to patient concerns and work with them closely week by week to achieve individual goals. Her ability to provide comprehensive care and offer advanced treatment interventions will help propel a patient’s life forward.
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I have specializing in Adhd, Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD and I am a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner. I have experience working with adults and adolescents.
I have exceptional clinical skills in treating both Pediatric and Adult Population. I approach patient Holistic rather than focusing on their diagnosis. I believe it is important to understand the patient holistically to receive benefits from the treatment. Listening to patients’ concerns is one of my empower skills that I carry with me.
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(Therapist Supervisor)
I am currently a LSW and PsyD Clinical Psychology Doctoral Candidate. I obtained my Masters in social work at Fordham University in New York and I am pursuing my doctorate at California Southern University.
I am working toward obtaining my LCSW license and I am excited to be working with a team of highly skilled Therapists. I believe that therapy is about creating a space of healing and helping others evolve into the best version of themselves. I enjoy working with others who are going through trials and tribulations; transitioning through many hardships that surface anxiety, depression and grief. I believe that everyone is deserving of having access to effective and efficient healthcare and I am honoured to be able to provide that for those who are in need.
I want to help you alleviate anxiety, excessive worry and depression. I have 2 years’ experience working with adolescents and geriatrics who have struggled stress due to personal and professional conflict coupled with the state of the world.
I provide a holistic approach to safely process emotions teaching you how to regulate through grounding techniques and problem solving resolution skills. Cultivating a solid therapeutic relationship with my clients and providing a warm, nurturing, and most of all healing environment. My holistic approach to feeling loss, self-doubt, or even stuck include teaching techniques of mindfulness, supportive counseling, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I will meet you where you are at and help you get to where you want to be. I create space for you to feel safe to process your feelings and experiences, without judgment.
(Masters of clinical psychology)
I believe the start of a therapeutic relationship starts with humility and respect. I utilize the individual’s inner strengths to fulfill their therapeutic goals and enhance recovery.
I have a rich history of working with adults and adolescents experiencing mental health disorders, ranging from depression to psychosis, anxiety, substance abuse, and trauma. I have worked with diverse populations and clients of different backgrounds. I also have experience in community outreach; as a community support specialist.
I have linked my clients to a large range of resources and provided the hands-on support they needed. I have training and experience in crisis intervention, trauma-informed therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, wellness management and recovery, and solution focused therapy.
I utilize client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and existential approaches in therapy. I also incorporate harm-reduction and holistic philosophies. The areas I specialize in are women’s wellness, family systems in a home with substance use, accepting feelings and thoughts related to adjustments in life, working on conflicts in inter/intrapersonal communications, mood regulation, crisis, and domestic violence. I believe that the client is the facilitator of change and benefits from supportive guidance.
(Masters in Social Work)
I am skilled at assessing and treating emotional and behavioral issues and providing appropriate and evidence-based therapies and interventions.
I have a proven track record of achieving effective results and positive outcomes of treatment; validated by clients in post-session evaluation surveys. I am compassionate, understanding, and friendly when working with clients in any situation. My goal is to work with the client achieving success with their problems and be able to live their life fully.
I have an undergrad in Health Science from Benedictine University and a Masters in Social work from Aurora University. I hold a substitute teacher license and have served in district 203 and 204 as a substitute special education teacher. I have served clients from diverse cultures and backgrounds. I am fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, and Pushto.
(Masters in Social Work)
I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work, Policy, and Practice from the University of Chicago and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Saint Louis University.
I believes that therapy can be a fulfilling and empowering experience for people in all walks of life.
I have worked in a variety of roles within the nonprofit sector, including micro and macro work. I work with my clients to meet them where they’re at and to work towards goals together. I have experience in working with children and adolescents, people with disabilities, refugees, and students. I believes that people in any stage of life can benefit from the safe space that therapy can provide and enjoys working through both big and small life transitions with clients.
The pillar of my therapy is the wellbeing of my clients, offering a relationship based on respect and honesty. My commitment is help you to live the life you want to live by accepting what cannot be changed for what we can.
I have experience as a clinical psychologist, I have worked with a wide variety of mental disorders from the most common such as anxiety and depression to those that affect the human psyche such as schizophrenia.
My approach with therapy modalities by using CBT & adapting third generation therapies such as Mindfulness, ACT, & DBT.
I am fluent in Spanish and English, let me help you to find the equilibrium of your mental life.
Driven by a genuine desire to make a positive impact, I create a warm and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
I am a highly qualified and experienced therapist specializing in CBT/DBT/ACT with a deep passion for helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve personal growth. With a master’s degree in psychology and 5 years of clinical experience, Melissa is dedicated to providing compassionate and evidence-based therapy to individuals of all ages.
Driven by a genuine desire to make a positive impact, I create a warm and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Through a collaborative approach, I work closely with clients to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals.
If you are seeking a skilled and compassionate therapist to help you navigate life's challenges, I welcome the opportunity to join you on your path to growth and self-empowerment. Reach out today to schedule a virtual appointment and take the first step towards a more fulfilling life.
With Brighter Life your experience will always be personal. We offer urgent appointments, one time visits, easy to schedule follow/initial appointments without waiting for months.
Our response back time usually less than 30 mins-1 hr during normal business hours. Most importantly your convenience and health is our priority. Our providers are available 24hrs and 7 days of the week for after hours care.