Terese Kessler-Bailey, LMFT

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Founder of New Perspectives Counseling and Rise Up!

It is my heart and passion to help others find purpose, peace, and joy—even in the midst of life’s challenges. I became a therapist after walking through many trials of my own, so I deeply understand what it means to choose life and joy, even when circumstances feel heavy. My greatest desire is to help people make that same choice: to live fully rather than letting symptoms, past pain, or difficult circumstances define their lives.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in walking alongside individuals, couples, and families through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and unexpected life transitions. I integrate evidence-based therapies—including somatic therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness practices—with spiritual integration, tailoring each session to support healing of the mind, body, and soul.

I also offer small group sessions, virtual counseling, and educational workshops, and I enjoy creating opportunities to speak and teach on mental health topics, guiding others toward understanding, resilience, and transformation.

My mission is to empower people to reclaim their story, cultivate connection, and embrace a life of meaning, health, and hope. I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and wholeness.

Other specialties:

· Working with Health Care Professionals

· Working with Single Parents

· EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) 

· IFS (Internal Family Systems) 

· Trauma 

· Boundaries & Codependency

· Relationships 

· Negative Core Beliefs and Negative Cognitions 

· Depression 

· Anxiety 

· Divorce care 

Christian and Spriritual Integration

· Sozo and Elijah House

I would love to come alongside of you in your journey to help you understand your sotry and find

purpose, connection, health, healing and peace.   

 I’m a licensed therapist and licensed school counselor with experience
in the clinical and school settings. While I welcome and am honored to
work with clients of all ages, I’m especially passionate about
supporting individuals as they navigate life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, and
relationship challenges. My approach is warm, collaborative, and
culturally responsive, creating a safe space for growth and
self-discovery. I welcome clients of all backgrounds and identities,
and it’s important to me that you feel truly seen, heard, and accepted
in our work together. Through counseling, we’ll explore ways to gain insight, build
resilience, and develop practical coping skills.  

Together, we’ll identify the barriers that may be getting in the way of the life you want to live

—and take steps toward healing and meaningful change. 

I integrate evidence-based practices including 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), 

Motivational Interviewing,
Attachment-Based work, 

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT),
Strength-Based approaches, 

Trauma-Focused care. 

Spirituality  integration

 

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to walking alongside individuals as they navigate life’s transitions, challenges, and emotional struggles. My passion is helping clients find hope, healing, and resilience in the midst of anxiety, depression, and times of significant change. I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach built on empathy, collaboration, and respect.

My therapeutic style is integrative and personalized. Drawing from a variety of evidence-based practices. I design treatment plans that reflect the unique needs and goals of each client. I also incorporate strength-based and attachment-informed perspectives, as well as trauma-focused care.

In addition to my work with adults, I have specialized experience supporting children and adolescents through developmental, emotional, and behavioral challenges. For clients who wish, I also provide spiritually integrated therapy, honoring the role that faith and spirituality can play in the healing journey.

I believe therapy is a transformative process—one that fosters growth, resilience, and deeper self-understanding. Whether you are seeking support for a life transition, managing stress, or exploring your inner world, I am committed to creating a safe and supportive space where you don’t have to walk alone.

I specialize in:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing,

Mindfulness,

Solution - focused
Attachment-Based work,
Strength-Based approaches, 

Trauma-Focused care. 

Spirituality  integration

 

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) with over 17 years of experience. While I work with individuals of all ages—from early childhood through adulthood—I have extensive experience supporting children, teens, and families.

I am passionate about supporting clients as they navigate difficulties with emotional and behavioral regulation, learning and motivation challenges, and symptoms related to ADHD, anxiety, depression, and learning difficulties. My approach focuses on increasing resiliency through techniques such as mindfulness, coping skills, mental health awareness, and CBT strategies. I am also trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). Additionally, I provide parent coaching and behavioral modification techniques to address challenging behaviors in the home.

I enjoy work with families navigating major life changes, including divorce, blended family transitions, and supporting single parents. Drawing on my background as a school psychologist, I offer consultative sessions to assist families in addressing educational concerns.

I provide services both in person and virtually to accommodate the needs of my clients. I strive to provide individualized support to help each person and family achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being.