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Currently: NOVI, United States of America
(APSATS Trainee) – I participated in the Spring training learning about Multidimensional Partner Trauma (MPTM). This evidence-based intervention leans on 3 stages to access healing, these areas include safety & stabilization, Process & mourning and reconnection. Marianna provides an environment to address betrayal partner trauma at your own pace and gain an understanding of post traumatic growth. Marianna fosters support, and rational healing for those who are impacted by sexual addiction and betrayal trauma.
Sex/Porn Addiction (ASAT-c)
Sex/Porn addicts are like alcohol and drug addiction as in cycles through self-destructive behaviors. This can lead a sex-addicts life with many challenges such as family concerns, divorce, loss of a job and other areas damaged. I want to collaborate with you to create a compassionate environment for your treatment and recovery journey. We will work through interrupting the cycle of sex addiction. I will use an evidence-based approach to develop coping mechanism, emotional regulation, and other recovery tools. We will work as a team to start this journey of living the life that you are worth living.
Sex addiction, or compulsive sexual behavior, is a condition marked by an inability to regulate sexual thoughts, urges, or actions despite negative consequences. At NorthPoint Professional Counseling, we recognize that individuals struggling with this condition often experience profound emotional distress and disruptions in their personal, relational, and professional lives.
Key characteristics of sex addiction include:
A persistent, uncontrollable preoccupation with sexual behaviors that consume significant time and energy.
Repeated unsuccessful attempts to limit or stop these behaviors.
Escalating behaviors, often involving higher risks, to maintain gratification.
Using sexual activity as a way to manage emotional challenges, such as stress, anxiety, or low self-esteem.
Continued engagement in these behaviors despite adverse effects on relationships, finances, legal standing, or mental health.
My approach to addressing sex/porn addiction focuses on helping individuals regain control and improve their quality of life. I will work collaboratively with clients to identify and address underlying issues, such as trauma, emotional regulation, or co-occurring mental health conditions, that contribute to their struggles.
Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a mental disorder that “high jacks” the person's brain and behavior, leading to their inability to control use of substances like drugs, alcohol, or prescription medication. I am highly experienced, and we will collaborate to create a customized and comprehensive plan of treatment and recovery. Many individuals with SUD may have other mental disorders, and when someone has SUD, and another disorder is called Co-occurring Mental Disorder. I have worked with many individuals with co-occurring mental disorder such as bipolar disorder, PTSD and anxiety. I work through seeking safety, a research-based interventions to help work through trauma and substance abuse. We will work together to reach your goals in your recovery.
Marriage Therapy
I am trained in utilizing the Gottman Couple's Method. I can help your marriage build greater communication and empathy and a secure foundation of acceptance, trust, and physical and emotional intimacy. Couples will complete a thorough assessment of their marital relationship and integrates research-based interventions. By utilizing this specifically designed assessment, I can help the couple identify areas of relational strengths and areas that need some improvement.
The Gottman Method
The Gottman Method is the worldwide leader in marital assessing. This model is known for its excellence in providing couples the help they need in identifying and improving marital relationships. The Gottman Method utilizes techniques to promote healthy communication, which empowers couples to navigate through difficult conflicts. It is designed to help couples process through the various challenges in the relationship. By utilizing the Gottman protocols, the couple can deepen their emotional intimacy and understanding by working on the issues together. Begin building a stronger relationship through The Gottman Method today.
I have the training to work with betrayed partner, the addict and the couple ship
