Forest Lakes Counseling

Passionate Guidance for Life's Journey

Forest Lakes Counseling is a distinctively Christian counseling service offering guidance and support to individuals and families. We believe in fostering meaningful connections and empowering clients to achieve lasting change.

Our Approach

We partner with you to identify your unique goals and work collaboratively to develop a personalized plan tailored to your specific needs. We utilize a variety of evidence-based approaches including traditional therapy, equine-assisted therapy, and the evidence-based EAGALA model. This client-centered approach ensures that your needs are met in a safe and supportive environment.

Our Therapists

Led by Paul E. Kaschel, Jr., our therapists are licensed professionals with extensive experience in guiding individuals and families through various challenges. We are passionate about helping people overcome obstacles, restore relationships, and discover fulfillment in their lives.

Services Offered

• Traditional Therapy: Addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and personal growth.
• Equine Assisted Psychotherapy: Combining therapy sessions with interaction with therapeutic horses to enhance connection, communication, and emotional regulation.
• EAGALA Model: A trauma-informed approach that utilizes elements of equine connection to process emotional burdens and achieve breakthroughs.

Areas of Expertise

• Relationship Issues: Strengthening marriages, overcoming communication breakdown, mediating conflicts.
• Parenting Challenges: Developing effective parenting strategies to manage disciplinary issues, foster communication, and strengthen family bonds.
• Faith-Based Guidance: Exploring faith-related questions, strengthening personal connection to God, and finding purpose.
• Trauma Healing: Addressing past wounds to achieve closure and move forward in life.

Our Commitment

At Forest Lakes Counseling, we understand the courage it takes to seek help. We respect your journey and are committed to providing a confidential, compassionate, and supportive environment where you can feel safe and empowered to explore your concerns and achieve lasting change.