Nature knows how to heal. So do you.

Forest Tides Therapy was built on the quiet wisdom of the forest and the steady rhythm of the ocean; two forces that remind us it is okay to rest, and that even the most turbulent tides eventually find their way to shore.

This practice was created to be that kind of space for you. A place to pause, breathe, and work through life's real challenges, relationship stress, interpersonal struggles, and the weight of navigating systemic oppression without judgment.

Forest Tides challenges the traditional image of therapy: the blank-slate therapist, the stiff chair, the silent nods. Here, therapy looks different. It makes room for movement, curiosity, and genuine connection. It meets you exactly where you are and walks alongside you while equipping you with the tools and skills to build a life that feels more like your own.

About the Practice

Services

Individual Therapy

50-Minute Session

Virtual Only

$110 a session

ADHD Coaching or Life Coaching

50-Minute Session

Virtual or In-Person

$100 a session (virtual) · $110 a session (in-person)

Walk and Talk Psychotherapy

50-Minute Session

In-Person Only

$125 a session

Additional consents required for this service and must complete intake assessment prior to first walk and talk session.

Please note: Therapy and coaching are separate services and cannot be combined. If you are a current or a past therapy client of mine, coaching services are not able to be added. Take your time exploring each option to find the best fit for where you are in your journey.

About Me

Hello and welcome. I’m Trevor Payne — Owner, Therapist, and Life Coach at Forest Tides Therapy LLC.

I hold a Master of Social Work from Indiana University–Indianapolis with a concentration in mental health and addiction. I have two years of direct clinical experience and four years in the public health field. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My lived experience is what has formed my empathic and practical approach to care.

Modalities Utilized

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)

  • Strengths-based therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Areas of Focus

  • Interpersonal and Relational Challenges

  • ADHD

  • Anxiety Disorders

  • Bipolar Disorder

  • Suicidal Ideation and Self-Injurious Behaviors

  • Members of the LGBTQIA+ Community

I blend evidence-based techniques with a strengths-focused, collaborative stance. I prioritize creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where your lived experience including neurodiversity and queer identity is respected and integrated into treatment planning. Together we’ll identify goals, build skills to manage distress, and develop practical strategies to improve functioning and quality of life.

If you’re interested in starting therapy or coaching, I invite you to reach out to schedule a consultation. Forest Tides Therapy LLC supports accessible, affirming care tailored to your needs.

Interested?

Taking the first step toward support is something to feel good about. Fill out the form below and share a bit about yourself the services you're curious about, what you're hoping to find, what's bringing you to therapy or coaching, or anything else you'd like to share before your first session. There are no wrong answers, and every detail helps create a more personalized experience from the start.