Business Details
Compassionate Mental Health Counseling Services in Dayton
Keep Moving Forward Counseling & Consulting is a dedicated mental health practice committed to helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges through personalized, client-centered therapy. Our team of licensed professionals employs evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy to address anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and life transitions.With over two decades of combined experience, we prioritize collaborative care, empowering clients to explore their strengths, overcome obstacles, and achieve meaningful personal growth. Our services include in-person and telehealth sessions, tailored to meet diverse needs while maintaining strict confidentiality and adherence to ethical standards.
Services
Personal Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Therapy
Marriage Counseling
Trauma Recovery
Stress Management
Substance Abuse Counseling
Grief Support
Career Counseling
Telehealth Sessions
Highlights and features
- Our licensed therapists use evidence-based methods like Gottman Method and CBT
- Client-centered approach prioritizing your personal goals and pace
- Specialized care for anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges
- Flexible session options including telehealth and in-person appointments
- Over 20 years of combined clinical experience in mental health counseling
Services
Personal Counseling
Our personalized counseling addresses anxiety, depression, and life transitions through evidence-based methods. Clients explore strengths and challenges in a safe environment, developing coping strategies tailored to their unique needs and goals. Therapists collaborate with clients to foster self-awareness and sustainable personal growth.
Marriage Counseling
Specialized relationship counseling helps couples rebuild connection using Gottman Method techniques. We address communication issues, conflict patterns, and emotional disengagement through structured sessions that promote mutual understanding and long-term relationship satisfaction.
Trauma Recovery
Trauma-informed care addresses PTSD and complex trauma through cognitive-behavioral techniques. Therapists help clients process traumatic experiences safely while developing grounding strategies to manage symptoms and regain emotional stability in daily life.
Telehealth Sessions
Secure virtual counseling provides accessible mental health support for clients preferring remote sessions. This option maintains therapeutic continuity through HIPAA-compliant platforms while accommodating scheduling and mobility needs.
Substance Abuse Counseling
Specialized treatment addresses chemical dependencies and behavioral addictions through motivational interviewing and relapse prevention strategies. Therapists work with clients to understand underlying factors and develop healthier coping mechanisms for sustained recovery.
People
Christine O'Dell
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Specializing in mental health counseling with 13 years in juvenile justice and private practice since 2016. Expertise in behavioral issues, trauma, and anxiety using CBT and strengths-based approaches.
Sharon Nielsen
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Veteran counselor with experience in individual and group therapy since 2017. Specializes in anxiety, depression, and PTSD using person-centered and CBT techniques in private and community settings.
Sonia Estival Vila
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Bilingual LCSW with expertise in anxiety, depression, and trauma. Combines cognitive-behavioral training with cultural humility in treating adults across hospice, hospital, and primary care settings.
Michelle A Velez
Licensed Independent Social Worker
Specializes in addiction, trauma, and mental health using trauma-informed care. Provides LGBTQ+ affirming therapy with 15+ years of experience in solution-focused and motivational interviewing techniques.
Brent Bernard
Owner/Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
29-year mental health veteran with Gottman Method Level 3 training. Specializes in relationship counseling and addiction recovery using client-centered approaches including mindfulness and motivational interviewing.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual counseling, couples therapy, trauma recovery, substance abuse treatment, and telehealth sessions using evidence-based approaches like CBT and Gottman Method.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept Anthem, Aetna, Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, and other major plans. Self-pay options and out-of-network reimbursement assistance are also available.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us via phone or website to request a consultation. We respond to appointment requests within one business day and offer flexible scheduling options.
What makes your counseling approach unique?
Our client-centered model prioritizes your goals using collaborative techniques. Therapists adapt evidence-based methods to each client's needs while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure online therapy sessions through HIPAA-compliant platforms for clients preferring remote access to mental health services.
