Phone: (309) 786-3006
betsyzmudaswanson@gmail.com
1800 3rd Ave, Suite 412
Rock Island, IL 61201
Betsy Zmuda-Swanson, MSW, SEP
Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois & Iowa
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Welcome

The fact that you have found my website indicates you have an inner sense and a desire to change. A sense your life could be different. Better. Getting from where you are to where you want to be is waiting for you. We will form a partnership using your material, your history, your particular unique autobiographical data and my skills.

I offer therapy services to people struggling. I help people address and change anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and heal trauma. I offer sessions and teach skills so they can reach for what they want, have success in relationships, and greatly improve their lives.

About Therapy

Therapy is a delicate intricate process greatly influenced by the therapists' skill set and willingness to face the unknown within her self. If I'm scared or avoid aspects of me I won't be able to go there with you. I regularly address my issues and push my limits. My inner strength and courage help me help you.

Therapy is also very abstract. Therefore I work to make it less indefinite and much more concrete.

Issues

People often come into therapy because of crisis situations such as difficult relationships, traumas, sudden life changes, or uncomfortable discoveries. Sometimes events in our lives trigger anxiety or depression or other strong emotions. Therapy can provide you with support and tools to be the best you. Having understanding and making sense of what you are going through can open healing.

Due to my experience and skill level, I have helped many many people make and have the life they want. I have also assisted people through eating disorders and to have a more favorable relationship with their body.

Basics

How do you prepare yourself for a therapy session? There are some basics that will help you tremendously to get the most out of your therapy sessions.  Be centered, whether you are a person who rarely exercises, does yoga, tai chi, sports, cross fit, or martial arts, how you use your body is very important for overall health; mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual.  If you cannot locate your center, WE will.  A lack of center, a formlessness, will create unnecessary difficulties as we work forward to your best life.