About

Colleen Mielke, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach to therapy depends on your situation and needs. In general, I would begin with attentive listening or empathy immersion before beginning our approach to your therapeutic needs. Usually, this approach begins with a psychodynamic approach and leads to a CBT approach to help you create the desired change you are looking for. My approach CBT (Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Existential Processing. My focus Psychosocial, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, obsessive-compulsive, substance abuse, dual-diagnosis, and psychotic disorders. My communication style My clients feel heard and understood. The tone of sessions is empathic and honest, and addresses specific problems and needs with a directness that is always beneficial to you and your recovery. My journey to therapy It was suggested to me that I become a therapist. I am a great listener, a poet at heart, and a rational thinker. I see and feel beyond what is being said. I am emotionally immersive and believe that deep existential conversations are healing and are the ultimate salvation of our humanity. My goals for you The goals of therapy are your goals, and I might suggest a goal or two that may help you accomplish the best outcomes. My first session with you In the first session, I listen, immerse myself in your story, and ask a few clarifying questions so that I am sure of my understanding of the issues you are bringing to therapy.