Noel Federle, MA

Noel is arguably the reason im alive today. Loosing my adoptive mother at 14 with no inkling of who and where my birth mom is rocked my world for sure. Her level of professionalism and compassion are equal, if i didnt see her i would have never graduated high school let alone go to college. Here I am working for one of the biggest dog food companies in the world because Noel guided me thru my most developmental years. Without her i wouldnt have gotten diagnosed with adhd, or started taking medication for what the doctors predicted to be hereditary depression. Her knowledge and people skills will change your life, but only if you want to first. I can firmly say Noel makes a difference in our community for the better and she subsequently saves lives while doing it.

I think Noel is incredibly kind and provides an accepting and comfortable place to sort through things. She listens well and she always seems to be in tune with how to deliver her guidance and support in a way that's best for me. I appreciate that she pays attention to what works best to make our session productive. She lets me guide the direction of a session but knows when she should help redirect or provide assistance and I find that really helpful. She is direct and gentle and the balance of those two things is more than appropriate. I enjoy her humor and I find her very dedicated to the professional relationships that come with the territory. I respect her and have trust that she works with the best intentions. I find her inviting and warm and funny. I appreciate that she has a lot of experience and that she is relatable. Her office is a pretty simple experience, easy to check in, helpful staff and it's calm but simple inside. I certainly recommend Noel without any reservations.

Noel helped me navigate all of the ups and downs of what ending up becoming my divorce. I couldn't have made it through such a traumatic and difficult transition without her. She was also instrumental in encouraging me to start walking. I later took up running and I went on to complete a 5k! There is a lot to be said for an object in motion staying in motion and I am definitely on the right path now.

I felt immediately in sync with Noel who was understanding, kind and steadfast. Her humor and insight and ability to offer a practical, realistic framework for me to move forward after several major life setbacks made her a lifesaver. I left therapy feeling like I had graduated with a new, lifelong skillset which to this day, I occasionally refer back to when I encounter road blocks. Meeting someone who can meet you at your level, (wherever you are in life) and with her level of talent and knowledge was a blessing and a gift for me.

Dealing with anxiety and other mental health disorders is different for every individual and finding the right therapist that "fits" can take a few tries. It has everything to do with being comfortable sharing your very personal feelings with the therapist. I had gone to a couple different therapists prior and was quite unsuccessful with them, leaving each visit feeling like I had not gained any strength or answers and was still swirling in my anxiety and panic. Once I had begun going to BHC, I found a much better connection with my therapist and finally began leaving my therapy appointments feeling more understood, more relieved, and better able to deal with my anxiety.

My office visit did not live up to my expectations. I was told to do all of the talking while she listened (and stared blankly at me). I didn't feel she could identify with my disorders and I certainly didn't identify with her. As has been my past experiences with counselors (M.A.'s, MSW's) I am better in the hands of a Clinical Psychologist who are far more adept with severe mental disorders. Office environment was disgusting at best. I will not return only to waste my time and money.