We provide Professional Mental Health Counseling Services. Our main objective is to provide quality therapeutic services to individuals and families, bringing healing through trauma therapy. We educate the communities we serve. We challenge and reverse stigmas through professional mental health counseling services. We also specifically strive to educate black and brown communities, as they are less likely to seek therapeutic services. We model the holistic approach to mind, body and soul. This effort starts with prioritizing our mental health and well-being. Making a commitment to improving our mental and physical health choices. Gaining a better understanding of why the client-therapist relationship is imperative for mental health. The same way the Doctor-client relationship is important for all aspects of physical health.
* Reversing the stigmas of mental illness.* Educating people on the importance of implementing self-love/self-care for healthy living.* Challenging people to explore a Holistic approach to mind, body and soul.
ILC is here to assist children, adolescents, adults and families heal from the impact of trauma, stress of daily living and unexpected events in life.
We must develop and maintain the capacity to forgive. He who is devoid of the power to forgive, is devoid of the power to love. There is some good in the worst of us and there's some evil in the best of us. When we discover this, we are less prone to hate our enemies. -Martin Luther King Jr.
Inspiring a balanced fulfilling life through quality counseling and support!!!!! HOURS Mon 4:00pm ET - 9:00pm ET Tue 4:00pm ET - 9:00pm ET Wed 4:00pm ET - 9:00pm ET Thurs 4:00pm ET - 9:00pm ET Fri Appointments OnlySat Appointments OnlySundays Closed
Our main objective is to provide quality therapeutic services to individuals and families, bringing healing through trauma therapy. We educate the communities we serve. We challenge and reverse stigmas through professional mental health counseling services. We also specifically strive to educate black and brown communities, as they are less likely to seek therapeutic services. We model the holistic approach to mind, body and soul. This effort starts with prioritizing our mental health and well-being. Making a commitment to improving our mental and physical health choices. Gaining a better understanding of why the client-therapist relationship is imperative for mental health. The same way the Doctor-client relationship is important for all aspects of physical health. FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION We provide a free 30 minute Consultation for persons whom are considering treatment. 1.) to insure the fit is right for the therapeutic relationship, 2.) more importantly to verify the client is truly ready to receive treatment. 3.) Are you truly ready to make changes in your life.
Ernest Benson is a National Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor. Mr. Benson received his Masters’ degree in Clinical Psychology from Capella University, where he specialized in Clinical Counseling and Child and Adolescent Development. Post Masters, Mr. Benson has studied Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and in-depth Training in Adoption Competency (TAC). Over the years Mr. Benson has served in multiple Hospital settings as: Therapist, Case manger, Manager of Therapeutic group home and Direct care worker. Mr. Benson also managed (3years) and worked as Site Coordinator with (ATEAM) adopted teen mentoring and empowerment program, for 10 years at Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, Ga. Mr. Benson is State of Georgia certified Life coach. As a Clinician Mr. Benson provides an active educational experience to individual client's and families. Mr. Benson's therapeutic style encourages open communication, in a comfortable non-judgmental environment favorable to sharing past experiences and related feelings. We utilize this information to implement an effective treatment plan to address the harmful effects of trauma and attempt to reverse it's presence in the client’s daily life. Our goal is to teach clients how to remove negative thoughts and behaviors, replacing them with positive behaviors and new patterns of thought. While improving self-care and recognizing each person's right and responsibility to identify their purpose in life. Our ultimate goal: is to expose the possibilities of infinite life to our clients, by providing clarity of past trauma, it's effect on daily thoughts, feelings, and actions. By challenging negative thought patterns and offering alternative choices, we create a plan of action to guide the client to a future of unlimited possibilities, bliss in the peaceful existence of a balanced life!
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FIRST VISIT INITIAL ASSESSMENT 1 hr 30 min|$200 During our initial meeting we conduct a Behavioral Health Assessment. During the Second visit we will conduct a Trauma Assessment which provides us with an in-depth Clinical impression. Based on the presenting problems, symptomology, duration of behaviors, severity of trauma, and what extent the incidents have affected the client. (This assessment is required for accurate Treatment Planning) ADOPTION SERVICES (Pre and Post Adoption) THERAPY FOR ADOPTION 1 hr|Standard Fees Apply Therapist assist the family in planning for adoption. Exploring the challenges of open adoptions, new parenting and multidimensional family dynamics. Post adoption services include: navigating the challenges of creating the family, creating structure based on the needs of the new child and creating secure attachment. Post adoption we work to recognize and relieve anxiety, fear, insecurities and potential rejection. INDIVIDUAL SESSION 50 min|Standard Fees Apply During the individual session the client opens up regarding situation and the therapist listens. Therapist makes suggestions and implements practical interventions for the client to practice. FAMILY THERAPY SESSION 1 hr|Standard Fees Apply Family sessions address difficult situations between kids to parents, and/or behaviors which need to be addressed. Several sessions are normally required before we reach a comfortable resolution. LIFE COACHING 50 min|Standard Fees apply Coaching applies practical knowledge and direction for a person who may be struggling with adjustments to life. (Providing clarity, Setting goals, Budgeting skills, Organization etc.) SCHEDULE NOW TELEHEALTH SERVICES 1 hr|Standard fees apply TeleHealth services are offered for conveniences of both parties.
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