Kerri Banyas LPC-Intern

You deserve a space where your identity is respected, affirmed, and never treated as something that needs fixing. As a passionate LGBTQIA+ ally, I support teens and adults navigating identity exploration, coming out, relationships, family expectations, religious experiences, and self-acceptance. My approach is grounded in curiosity, compassion, and the belief that you deserve to live authentically, on your own terms.

Depression doesn't always look like sadness. Sometimes it's exhaustion, disconnection, loss of motivation, or feeling stuck in a life that doesn't quite feel like yours. I offer a compassionate, judgment-free space to explore what you're experiencing without pressure to just "think positive." Together, we'll work toward reconnecting with yourself, finding meaning, and taking manageable steps forward at your own pace.

Anxiety can leave you overthinking everything, second-guessing yourself, or feeling like you can never quite relax. Maybe you're constantly worrying about what others think or putting pressure on yourself to get everything right. Together, we'll explore what's driving those feelings, challenge unhelpful patterns, and find practical ways to build self-trust, set boundaries, and feel more grounded in your everyday life.

I incorporate CBT techniques to help clients recognize how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another. Together, we explore unhelpful thinking patterns, build awareness, and develop practical tools to navigate anxiety, depression, and everyday challenges with greater confidence.

I believe you are the expert on your own life. My person-centered approach emphasizes empathy, authenticity, and a genuine therapeutic connection. Rather than telling you what to do, I create a supportive, judgment-free space where we can explore your experiences, discover your strengths, and work toward growth that feels meaningful to you.

I draw from DBT-informed skills to support emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and healthier relationships. My approach balances accepting where you are with exploring meaningful changes, helping you develop tools to navigate difficult emotions and life's challenges.