I don't believe in "mental illness": No one comes to therapy because has been too awesome. When we can identify the source of your pain and heal it, we can change your life. Everyone can get better. They just need to find the right therapist.
I don't believe in "mental illness": No one comes to therapy because has been too awesome. When we can identify the source of your pain and heal it, we can change your life. Everyone can get better. They just need to find the right therapist.
I have a down-to-earth style that is balanced by an ability to be direct when needed. Sometimes, people need more than reassurance and support in therapy. Sometimes they need someone to tell what they need to hear, even when it's tough.
find the necessary tools and learn coping skills to navigate life's challenges.
find the necessary tools and learn coping skills to navigate life's challenges.
We will work at your pace in a collaborative manner that is solution-focused and goal-oriented.
create something new. Together, we will sift through the mess and give voice to your goals and dreams. Together, we will create a life you love!
create something new. Together, we will sift through the mess and give voice to your goals and dreams. Together, we will create a life you love!
You are complex, with deep layers, not a mere list of symptoms or a diagnosis to treat. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning that I blend elements from different theoretical approaches to customize treatment according to your needs.
Ease the burden of pressure and perfection, manage anxiety and distress in transitions, and understand yourself on a deeper level. We'll work with emotions as they arise and practice boundaries and healthy communication in a safe, affirming place.
Ease the burden of pressure and perfection, manage anxiety and distress in transitions, and understand yourself on a deeper level. We'll work with emotions as they arise and practice boundaries and healthy communication in a safe, affirming place.
I delight in utilizing creative interventions where appropriate. We may create a collage, plant some seeds, paint, walk and talk, or work with an equine partner. The creative process, nature, and movement are helpful in gaining insight and healing.
identify the "stuck" places in your life, exploring what helped create this bottleneck so that we can create a better infrastructure that sets you up for success in the future. We'll use humor and creativity to find new solutions to old problems
identify the "stuck" places in your life, exploring what helped create this bottleneck so that we can create a better infrastructure that sets you up for success in the future. We'll use humor and creativity to find new solutions to old problems
authentic, no-nonsense, and straightforward, with equal measures of compassion and humor, to focus on your presenting concerns. We'll highlight your current assets and strengths, while building new skills, tools, and resources to tackle any situation