I cannot say enough kind words or praise to do Andrea Ciafardini justice…read more Everyone I know who has worked with her has unanimously declared that she has helped transform their life. The predominant technique she employs is called EPT, or Emotional Polarity Technique. The basic concept is that "your thoughts and emotions are inseparably linked. In an attempt to deal with the avalanche of stress in your life, your mind stores excess negative emotional energy in your body." The key is to discover these negative emotions and release them, opening up the body's natural pathways for healthy response to life stimuli. While this may sound a bit ethereal on the surface, there actually is a lot of detailed scientific information explaining this process. The body contains 72 thousand energy pathways called neuropathways or neuropeptide channels. These pathways connect our subconscious mind and relay information from the body to the mind. When our physical self experiences a trauma or an experience which it identifies as fear inducing, that channel is in essence solidified as a memory. For example, if you place your hand on the hot stove, the channel in place makes sure you never do that again. In much the same way, if you experience an interaction with a person who traumatized you, you would also solidify that channel. The net result is that you are highly resistant to similar interactions in the future. Perception then, has a strangle hold over our emotions. What we perceive at that moment is then carried forward as a truth and locked into the subconscious to "protect" ourselves. Since the subconscious mind is timeless, if feels as though those past traumas are all presently relevant. If you wish to dissipate this harmful structure, in order to remove the perceived threat, you need to raise your vibration. EPT practice does just this. At the same time, attention is given to altering the perception, both due to the removal of the negative pathways and through conscious intention: intercepting the negative thoughts and replacing them with healthy ones. All this being said, it's not just the practice itself that is so powerful and effective, it really comes down to Andrea herself, and her ability to get to the root and carefully pulling it out, freeing you to an entire world of exciting possibilities that previously appeared closed to you. She works also with a network of other holistic practitioners who practice muscular trauma release therapy, allergy resistance treatment, healing whole food supplements, meditation practice, etc. If you ever felt like you were being held back in your life from your true potential, or that you can't seem to effectively do the things you want, or you can't seem to let go of things from the past, you owe it to yourself to call and inquire about her services.

Carla and her group are highly trained and well qualified. As a practicing mental health…read moreprofessional, I often refer to her group. Carla herself is a lifelong learner with much expertise, especially with first responders and veterans.

From the owner: We are a group of licensed professional counselors with more than 60 years of combined counseling…read moreexperience working together in private practice. Our goal is to provide the highest quality professional counseling services to individuals, couples and families so that they can achieve happy, productive and healthy lives. We specialize in counseling, coaching and consulting services that are uniquely tailored to each individual we work with. From the first phone call to the final appointment The Professional Counseling Group is dedicated to providing personalized service to help you achieve your goals.

I had high hopes for Encounter Wellness. So I made an appointment for a FREE consultation with…read moreowner, Cassandra Hazelrig. One word, DUMBFOUNDED. I was uncomfortable the minute that I walked in the door. There was an extremely loud sound machine playing of ocean waves. It was not relaxing at all. It was having the opposite reaction on me. There were 2 other patients waiting and an ipad to check in on. There was no privacy, which was odd for a psychiatry based practice. I sat there for about 15 minutes before I was approached and asked if I had an appointment. I informed the medical assistant that I had a consultation appointment with Cassandra. The woman disappeared for another 15 minutes, then came back and said that I had not completed some of the forms that I had worked on the night before, so, I looked them over and completed all but one. There was one that asked for my credit card info to have on file. I skipped this one because I was only here for a consultation and was not sure I was signing on for treatment yet. The woman comes back and tells me that the credit card form was required, PER CASSANDRA, and I said that I was not comfortable doing that yet. Remember, I have been waiting over 30 minutes at this point. I finally get called in to Cassandra's office AFTER AN HOUR OF WAITING. She didn't even say hello. The office was filled with attitude. Before I even had a seat, she stated that it was required that I give my credit card info. I said, "So you won't even talk to me unless I give you my credit card?" She answered by handing me back the copies of my insurance cards and shook her head. This blew my mind. Totally awful customer/patient service. So unprofessional! Needless to say, I think I dodged a bullet and I left. I even asked if you go for a legal consultation, you don't give your payment information unless you decide to use the services. She didn't want to even listen. AWFUL CARE OF PATIENTS IN MY OPINION. STAY AWAY

From the owner: Encounter Wellness Mental Health Services offers a welcoming environment for all people seeking…read moremental health care while treating patients with respect, dignity, and empathy. Our focus is to “empower you to empower yourself.” We look forward to assisting you in understanding and managing your mental health. Encounter Wellness Mental Health Services is an outpatient psychiatric practice serving ages 13 and older. You can visit us in person at our West Chester, OH location and virtually. We offer treatment for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric disorders. Accepting new patients for medication management & therapy. We accept most insurances. Weekend and evening hours are available by appointment.

I have been very pleased with the services provided to me. I have gotten appointment times mixed up…read morebut was met with grace and patience in rescheduling. Thankful to have this resource.