About Me

Gina Stanard

A dedicated peer counselor with a wealth of experience spanning over 10 years. I specialize in providing skills, practices and support to individuals seeking mentorship for navigating their personal journey of recovery and self-improvement.  I also work with individuals who are in the midst of therapy or have successfully concluded treatment under a licensed clinician.

My approach is uniquely valuable. I guide clients through a thoughtful process of unavailing truths (at times uncomfortable truths) about their history, enabling them to unravel the "why" behind their experiences and empowering them to arrive at their own insights. By doing so, clients gain a profound understanding of what steps they can take to unlearn unhealthy behaviors and coping mechanisms that do not serve them and replace them with healthy, effective skills that enhance their lives.

I bring a substantial perspective that greatly enhances our efforts. Drawing upon my extensive experience in mentorship, coaching, expertise in interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, and anger management, along with my certification as a trauma integration practitioner and peer support specialist, as well as my qualifications as a certified relationship counselor and trauma support specialist, I excel in providing supplementary support that elevates the effectiveness of traditional therapy. My proficiency is deeply rooted in collaborating with individuals who seek guidance beyond the boundaries of conventional therapeutic services.

My expertise extends to a range of areas, including interpersonal effectiveness skills, evolutionary psychology, and the transformation of dysfunctional family dynamics into healthy ones. These insights were cultivated through my journey of trauma recovery and growth.

As someone who has navigated the terrain of post-traumatic stress disorder, I've come to understand that trauma can have a profound impact on our lives, shaping our neurobiology. However, it doesn't have to dictate our futures.

By joining forces with me, you're embarking on a journey to break free from destructive patterns that have hindered your progress. Your past doesn't have to define your future. Together, we'll work to transcend the constraints of trauma and shape a life that's built on resilience, strength, and transformative growth.

If you are ready to take the next step, I look forward to meeting with you.

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