Caldwell Counseling Services, LLC
Dr. Courtney B. Caldwell, LCSW, CJSOC
& Bridget Ivey, LMSW
Find the freedom to be your most genuine self.
Therapy is what you make of it—and while that may sound familiar, it reflects an important truth. Therapy provides a safe, supportive environment to explore who you are, who you hope to become, and what helps you feel content and fulfilled. The therapy space is meant to be a place where you can openly discuss your thoughts, emotions, and both internal and external challenges, gaining insight and guidance from a trained, neutral professional. A therapist’s role is to support, guide, and empower you in developing your own solutions, not to impose personal beliefs or judgments. You are the active agent in your journey toward contentment and fulfillment; a good therapist simply helps guide the way.
How do I get motivated? Am I ready?
Many people come to therapy with preconceived ideas or expectations. Some picture the Charlie Brown cartoon with Lucy behind the “Psychiatric Help 5¢” booth, or imagine a Dr. Phil style approach where advice is handed out in directives and warnings about what will happen if change doesn’t occur. In reality, therapy often looks quite different. It can mean sitting down, getting comfortable (yes, therapy can be comfortable), and having an open conversation with a non-biased professional who is trained to help assess current stressors, conflicts, and coping patterns.
Together, we work to identify opportunities for growth, action, and meaningful change.
My approach is strongly rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on how our thoughts influence our perspectives, emotions, behaviors, and outcomes. By gaining awareness of these connections, clients are better able to make intentional and lasting changes.
At times, therapy involves evaluating our choices and behaviors to determine whether they truly support our well-being. This process can be challenging—and at moments, uncomfortable—but it is often where meaningful growth begins. Lasting change is driven by internal motivation. When you decide you are ready, I am here to support you. Take charge of your life and your happiness.