We change when something is emotionally important. We will explore what gets your attention and use that energy to your advantage. Self-Care can be challenging but we have to get it in there somehow. Alienation, anger, fear, hurt, guilt can haunt us.
We change when something is emotionally important. We will explore what gets your attention and use that energy to your advantage. Self-Care can be challenging but we have to get it in there somehow. Alienation, anger, fear, hurt, guilt can haunt us.
When we drive we have blind spots. When we live we have blind spots. To improve awareness we will explore your inner world, feel it, think about it, give it words or images and be creative thinkers. We can use books, movies, dreams or music to help.
Together, we'll figure out the root causes of your anxiety or stress and identify a path forward. I can teach you techniques to more effectively manage your difficulties so you can find peace and fully experience the joys of life.
Together, we'll figure out the root causes of your anxiety or stress and identify a path forward. I can teach you techniques to more effectively manage your difficulties so you can find peace and fully experience the joys of life.
My approach is client-centered, meaning that I will tailor an approach to meet your unique needs and support you in reaching your goals. I have a strengths-based perspective which guides me in helping you to build on your existing abilities.
Co-create. Seek clarity. Get grounded. Heal your pain. Seek to understand and appreciate what it's like to be you.
Co-create. Seek clarity. Get grounded. Heal your pain. Seek to understand and appreciate what it's like to be you.
I take a pragmatic and practical approach to helping my clients. I actively participate in our sessions while providing ample space for you to freely explore and allow ideas to emerge organically.
Explore and ease anxiety, depression, distressing thoughts and unhelpful behaviors, stress, confusion regarding self-identity, and/or past trauma/s.
Explore and ease anxiety, depression, distressing thoughts and unhelpful behaviors, stress, confusion regarding self-identity, and/or past trauma/s.
The foundation of my work is psychodynamic. This means that the factors and experiences that have led to where you find yourself at this time are explored and processed. Additionally, I make use of mindfulness and behavioral modalities, when helpful.
Figure it out. That is our job! We know when to listen, and when to probe. We will support you on your path to closure, clarity, self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-reflection. Problem solving, strategies, healing or all of the above.
Figure it out. That is our job! We know when to listen, and when to probe. We will support you on your path to closure, clarity, self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-reflection. Problem solving, strategies, healing or all of the above.
From the first session, we help you get clarity about how to move forward and start feeling better. We are smart, compassionate, thoughtful/active listeners. Ellen, David and I are experienced and use several modalities (CADC, EMDR, CBT, ACT, etc)