Compassionate Counseling for Every Stage of Life

Serving Carmel, IN, surrounding communities and virtually

Counseling for Children, Teens, Adults, and Families

At Intentional Living Counseling, we provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy for children, teens, adults, and families—offering support through life’s challenges with warmth, understanding, and practical guidance. Our team of therapists create a safe, welcoming space where clients can build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward a healthier, more intentional life. Whether you’re seeking individual therapy, family counseling, or support for anxiety, depression, or trauma, our goal is to help you feel understood, supported, and empowered.

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What We Help With

We support clients in navigating a wide range of emotional, relational, and mental health concerns. Our therapists provide compassionate care for anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, and life transitions, helping clients build resilience and find meaningful pathways forward.

Whether you’re facing overwhelming stress, adjusting to major change, or working through long-standing patterns, we offer therapy that meets you where you are and helps you move toward greater clarity and well-being.

Why Clients Choose Intentional Living Counseling

Trauma-Informed, Evidence-Based Care

Our therapists provide compassionate, clinically informed support using proven approaches, including EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy® (ART). We help clients process difficult experiences safely and effectively.

Experienced Therapists Who Meet You Where You Are

With decades of combined experience, we work with children, teens, adults, and families. Every treatment plan is personalized so clients feel understood, supported, and equipped with meaningful tools for growth.

A Safe Space for Healing and Positive Change

We help create lasting emotional health by offering a warm, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore challenges openly. Our goal is to empower each person to move toward balance, confidence, and lasting change.

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Our Counseling Services

At Intentional Living Counseling, we offer a range of counseling services designed to support our clients through the challenges they face. Our therapists provide individualized care to those in Carmel, Indiana, the surrounding communities, and virtually. We help with a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, stress, life transitions, and relationship issues.

Each service is grounded in compassionate, evidence-based treatment tailored to your unique needs. Explore our counseling services and team to learn more about how we can support your emotional health and well-being.

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Meet Your Therapists

Our therapists bring years of experience helping with a wide range of emotional and mental health challenges. Each therapist offers a compassionate, client-centered approach and specialized training in modalities such as trauma-informed care, EMDR, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy® (ART). Learn more about their backgrounds, expertise, and therapeutic styles below — and use the buttons on the back of the cards for full bios. Please note that some therapists are only available on certain days, as noted on the About page.

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Kristy McNamee, LMHC

Kristy McNamee, LMHC

I have over 20 years of experience supporting children, teens, adults, and families facing anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. I’m EMDR trained and Master ART® Certified, helping clients process difficult experiences and move toward healing. I focus on creating a warm, safe, and supportive space where clients feel heard and understood. My approach is collaborative and centered on building balance, insight, and lasting positive change.

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Angie Whereatt, LCSW

Angie Whereatt, LCSW

I’m an LCSW with over 10 years of experience specializing in trauma-informed care using EMDR, ART®, DBT, and CBT. I support clients facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship challenges, and BPD, with a special commitment to the Veteran community. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, focused on getting to the root of what you’re facing and creating a safe, welcoming space for insight and meaningful change.

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Jennifer Layden, LMHC

Jennifer Layden, LMHC

I have more than 26 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults experiencing trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. I use evidence-based approaches—including CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR—to help clients build insight and meaningful skills.‍I strive to offer a safe, encouraging environment where clients feel understood and empowered to create healthier patterns and achieve their personal goals.

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Patrice Uminski, LCSW

Patrice Uminski, LCSW

I have over 22 years of experience, helping children, teens, adults, and families navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, and trauma. I’m trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy® (ART) and focus on building skills that support balance and long-term emotional wellness.  My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. I aim to create a safe space where clients feel heard, encouraged, and equipped to make positive, meaningful changes in their lives.

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Amber Colt, LCSW

Amber Colt, LCSW

I have over 31 years of experience I providing individual, family, and group counseling for children, teens, and adults. I support clients facing anxiety, depression, attention challenges, autism, and social or communication difficulties, and I’m trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy® (ART). I focus on creating a warm, accepting space built on a strong therapeutic relationship. Together, we increase self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and move toward meaningful, lasting growth.

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Amy Burbage, Ph.D., HSPP

Amy Burbage, Ph.D., HSPP

I have more than 25 years of experience working with children, adults, and families facing depression, anxiety, behavioral concerns, ADHD, and autism. I’m also trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy® (ART) and have worked in both hospital and outpatient settings. I take a collaborative approach, helping clients define their goals and move toward meaningful, lasting change. I aim to create a space where people feel understood, supported, and empowered in their therapeutic journey.

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Start Your Counseling Journey

Taking the first step toward counseling is a meaningful decision — and you don’t have to navigate it alone. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself, your child, your teen, or your family, our therapists are here to help with compassionate, personalized care.

If you’re ready to begin making positive changes, we invite you to reach out using the form to the right.

NOTE: If this is an emergency, please call 911 or 988, go to your nearest Emergency Department, or contact your local crisis hotline immediately.

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Address
11495 N. Pennsylvania St, Suite 126, Carmel, IN 46032
Contact
317-643-3775
Hours
Monday - Friday:  8am-7pm
Note: Individual therapist hours may differ.
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