antonio medina, LMFT
Counseling philosophy
I approach counseling with the mind set of identifying the root cause of your problems. If we don't, then we are just talking about the problem.
The way we do this is by exploring your thoughts, your beliefs and attitudes about the problem. In addition to this, we explore the unconscious mind to get to the root of when this first started.
I am well versed in a variety of theoretical models which include: CBT, Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, Narrative, Gestalt, Symbolic-Exeriential and Spiritual approaches.
areas of expertise
My areas of interest and expertise include:
- All Traumas (childhood, emotional, physical, psychological, sexual)
- Relationship issues
- Awakenings/Mid-Life Crisis
- Fear-Based issues
- Divorce
- Blended Family
- Parenting
- Grief
- Family concerns
- Mood Disorders (Depression and Anxiety)
- Adjustment Disorders
- Conversion Disorders
- Somatoform Disorders
- Thought Disorders
- Self Esteem- Self Worth
educational/special training
Raised Catholic, I was exposed to religion at a very young age and as a young adult began studying various religions and spiritual practices. In 2007, I received my Masters Degree from Hope International University, a Christian University in Fullerton, California.
Since then, I have continued my training which include expertises in the areas of:
- Administrator of The North Texas Mental Health Professionals Group
- Clinical Hypnosis (Trained in Ericksonian and Krasner Method)
- Intuitive Psychotherapy
- Journey Work
- Guided Meditation
- Sage Clearing
- Spiritual Counseling and More!