Chelsea Max

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. It’s a great honor to work with teens and adults in their struggle to heal and enrich themselves. I have experience helping people navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, complex trauma, grief, relational issues, identity issues, self-esteem, and life transitions.

The Self

Identity is a constantly changing construct. Some of us might be trying to find who we are, and some of us may feel we have lost ourselves. Through educational, nonjudgmental strengths-based discussions, I help my clients process the different parts of themselves and find empowerment in their individuality and autonomy.

Others

Our relationships have equal capacities for love and hurt. Whether you are a little uncertain or at the end of your rope, counseling can help you sort through the mess to find the magic. I use an Emotion-Focused, Systems, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy based practice to build awareness, accountability, and security in relationships.

The World

The forces bigger and stronger than us in the world can be debilitating at times of vulnerability and pain. Grief, trauma, and life itself are common entities I encounter with my clients through a combined spiritual and science based perspective. Learning how to conceptualize your universe helps us let go of forces beyond our control, and confront what we can change.

How I Help

I operate from a client-centered perspective, which employs a diverse array of therapeutic modalities (CBT, DBT, EFT, Systems theory) to meet the needs of every person. I also have a naturally comedic and energetic disposition, and I am a strong believer that laughter is a healing tool.

More About Me

When I'm not out on the town enjoying family or friends or walking my Aussie, Sydney, I flourish in an “in-doorsy” lifestyle that fosters my passion for movies and television. Some of my favorites include Lord of the Rings, Full-Metal Alchemist, and 30 Rock.