At Nova Counseling Services, we recognize that healing is a deeply personal journey—and no two paths are the same. Our compassionate therapists provide individualized, evidence-based care for clients navigating a wide range of emotional and mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, substance use, codependency, grief, parenting stress, and dual diagnosis.
Whether you're coping with overwhelming emotions, adjusting to a major life transition, or seeking deeper clarity in your relationships, we're here to support you with clinical insight, empathy, and practical tools. Our goal is to help you move forward with greater confidence, connection, and inner peace. Below, you’ll find an overview of each therapist’s unique approach to care, including their primary modalities and clinical areas of focus for individual therapy.
Want to learn more about the therapists at Nova? Visit our Our Team page for full bios, credentials, and specialties.
Individual Therapy with Pilar
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Childhood trauma and complex PTSD
Dual diagnosis and substance use recovery
Emotional and spiritual healing
Family conflict and reunification
Anxiety, depression, and chronic stress
Self-sabotage and identity struggles
Personal empowerment and inner transformation
Pilar’s work is ideal for individuals seeking trauma recovery, emotional depth, and a holistic, integrative path forward.
Sometimes, healing requires revisiting the parts of yourself that have been silenced or forgotten. Pilar offers trauma-informed individual therapy that integrates emotional, physical, and spiritual healing for adults and families.
Her approach draws from depth psychology and experiential modalities, including:
Inner Child Work
Reconnect with early emotional wounds and unmet needs, fostering self-compassion and healing from within.Shadow Work
Bring unconscious patterns into conscious awareness to reduce self-sabotage and reclaim personal power.Jungian Therapy Modalities
Explore the deeper meaning behind symptoms and emotional experiences through the lens of archetypes, symbolism, and self-integration.Mindfulness and Somatic Awareness
Learn grounding techniques to calm the nervous system, increase emotional regulation, and deepen body-mind connection.
Individual Therapy with Rebecca
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Therapy for substance use and behavioral addictions
Relapse prevention counseling and early recovery support
Anxiety therapy and stress management
Depression and low motivation
Emotional dysregulation and anger reactivity
Shame, trauma, and low self worth
Boundary setting, communication, and relationship strain
Life transitions, identity development, and recovery identity
Values based goal setting and building daily structure
What You Can Expect
A trauma informed and recovery focused approach that is structured and practicalClear goals and measurable progress over time
Tools you can use immediately for anxiety, cravings, and emotional overwhelm
Support with boundaries and communication during relationship or family stress
A therapy space that is honest, respectful, and focused on change
Rebecca’s goal is to help you reconnect with yourself, strengthen emotional stability, and build a life that supports your recovery and wellbeing.
Healing begins when you feel seen, supported, and equipped with tools that work in real life. Rebecca provides trauma informed individual therapy and recovery focused counseling for adults. Her work is structured, practical, and skills based, with a focus on helping you reduce anxiety and emotional reactivity, strengthen coping, and build lasting behavior change.
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Identify and interrupt unhelpful thinking patterns such as catastrophic thinking, self criticism, and avoidance. Build coping strategies that improve emotional regulation, reduce anxiety, and support healthier decisions.Motivational Interviewing
Explore ambivalence, clarify values, and strengthen internal motivation for change.DBT Informed Skills
Learn practical tools for distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.Relapse Prevention and Recovery Planning
Develop a personalized relapse prevention plan, identify high risk triggers, and build accountability strategies that support sustainable recovery. The focus is on long term stability, not short term willpower.Mindfulness Based Techniques
Use present moment skills to reduce impulsivity, calm the nervous system, and increase tolerance for uncomfortable emotions without acting on them.Strengths Based and Person Centered Care
Your lived experience, values, and strengths guide the work.
Individual Therapy with Emily
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Trauma and PTSD
Emotional regulation challenges
Attachment wounds
Communication breakdowns
Parenting and family stress
Relationship conflict
Life transitions
Anxiety and depression
Emily’s holistic therapy approach is especially helpful for children, teens, and families seeking deeper emotional safety and lasting connection.
Sometimes, healing starts by turning inward. Emily offers individual counseling with a focus on building emotional awareness, reshaping thought patterns, and restoring connection to your core self. She integrates the following evidence-based modalities:
Narrative Therapy
Re-author the story you’ve been telling yourself and begin to view challenges through a lens of strength, resilience, and possibility.Mindfulness-Based Techniques
Develop present-moment awareness to manage stress, regulate emotions, and build inner calm.Solution-Focused Therapy
Identify what’s already working, clarify goals, and take small, achievable steps toward meaningful change.Attachment and Inner Work
Explore how early relationships and attachment wounds influence your emotional life today—and begin creating healthier relational patterns.
Understanding The Stages of Counseling
Counseling is a structured process that unfolds in stages, each vital for the overall effectiveness of therapy. Understanding these stages can enhance both the therapist's and the client's experience.
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The first stage involves gathering information about the client's background, presenting issues, and goals for counseling. This stage establishes a foundation for the therapeutic relationship and helps the counselor to develop an individualized treatment plan.
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Building rapport is crucial in this stage. Trust and safety must be established for clients to feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings. Effective communication skills and active listening are essential tools during this phase.
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In this stage, clients explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in greater depth. The counselor guides them through this exploration, helping to identify patterns and underlying issues. This stage often involves discussing past experiences that may contribute to current difficulties.
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As clients gain insights, this stage focuses on developing coping strategies and skills. Counselors may introduce various therapeutic techniques tailored to the client's needs, such as cognitive-behavioral interventions, mindfulness practices, or role-playing scenarios.
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During this stage, clients consolidate what they have learned and begin to apply new skills to their daily lives. Counselors assist in setting realistic goals and developing action plans that promote change and personal growth.
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The final stage involves preparing for the conclusion of counseling. Clients reflect on their progress and discuss strategies for maintaining improvements. This stage is vital for ensuring that clients feel confident in handling future challenges independently.
Understanding these stages helps clients navigate the counseling process more effectively, fostering a deeper engagement and commitment to their personal development.
