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Building Bridges Therapeutic Services is committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where individuals and families feel heard and understood. Reaching out for help is recognized as a courageous step, one of the bravest endeavors anyone can undertake. With a passion for empowering clients to heal from invisible emotional wounds, the team focuses on helping them build better relationships, strengthen connections, and navigate life’s challenges. Clients can discover their inner worth and cultivate love and acceptance. They possess the innate ability to awaken to their best selves. Building Bridges employs the extensive experience of its lead therapist, an Army Veteran and previous military spouse, who brings over 24 years of expertise in working with diverse populations in vulnerable situations. The therapeutic background encompasses a wide array of issues, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, relationships, domestic violence, divorce, parenting, military-related challenges, cultural identity, and life transitions. It is a privilege for Building Bridges to assist clients in meeting their needs and embarking on their healing journeys.

Dr. Donetta Quinones is a skilled counselor with extensive experience helping teens and adults navigate the complexities of mental health. With a diverse array of qualifications, including a PhD and multiple licenses as a counselor, she specializes in addressing pressing issues like stress, trauma, PTSD, and obesity. Donetta employs a culturally sensitive and integrative approach to therapy, seamlessly blending various modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused methods. She offers both individual and group therapy sessions, ensuring that her clients feel supported and understood in a safe environment. As a proponent of multicultural perspectives and Christian counseling, Donetta creates a welcoming atmosphere that resonates with many, allowing for personal growth and healing on each individual's unique journey.

Gary Don Carothers is a dedicated therapist whose mission is to foster a strong therapeutic alliance with his clients. He embodies empathy, compassion, and professionalism, ensuring that individuals can trust him fully. By establishing this trust, Gary enhances the effectiveness of various therapeutic techniques, guiding his clients to achieve their goals, alleviate burdens, and develop tools for a more fulfilling and empowered life. His therapeutic framework is rooted in person-centered humanistic principles and incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a primary approach. Gary embraces an eclectic methodology, carefully selecting techniques that resonate with each unique client's needs. He believes deeply in the inherent capacity of individuals to overcome challenges and acknowledges their unique strengths. Recognizing that everyone sometimes needs guidance and support in their journey, Gary is committed to facilitating continuous learning and growth for the human experience.