seek to gain a deep understanding of how the events, traumas and relationships in your life have intersected with your unique psychology. You will feel seen and valued as an individual, and less alone and ashamed in your struggle.
seek to gain a deep understanding of how the events, traumas and relationships in your life have intersected with your unique psychology. You will feel seen and valued as an individual, and less alone and ashamed in your struggle.
I am highly skilled in building trust and feelings of safety when working with all clients. I will be empathic and attuned to you as we uncover and process your underlying issues, and not just their manifestation (behaviors).
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.
give anxiety, OCD, & perfectionism the slip, accept the present moment, fight depressive self-talk, name & validate feelings & experiences, listen reflectively, connect w/ others. We can explore faith, & other work too. Bring your goals & I'll guide!
give anxiety, OCD, & perfectionism the slip, accept the present moment, fight depressive self-talk, name & validate feelings & experiences, listen reflectively, connect w/ others. We can explore faith, & other work too. Bring your goals & I'll guide!
I bring Cog-B & mindfulness skills together in our work, untangling the stuck-thoughts, behaviors, & feelings along with acceptance of the present moment. OCD work is ERP exposure/response prevention together at your pace, never forced.
Work together to explore difficulties that you are experiencing in relationships - not only with your partner, family, or friends - but also yourself! My goal is to create a safe space for you to move towards authenticity and self-acceptance.
Work together to explore difficulties that you are experiencing in relationships - not only with your partner, family, or friends - but also yourself! My goal is to create a safe space for you to move towards authenticity and self-acceptance.
I start each session with "what is present with you today?". I genuinely care about your wellbeing and want to know how I can support you. We will identify goals, explore current stressors, and work together towards your personal healing journey.
make sense of your experience and use your existing strength to build resilience and thrive in adversity.
make sense of your experience and use your existing strength to build resilience and thrive in adversity.
it's relationally-based. I believe therapy is not effective unless the client has a good relationship with his/her/their therapist, so I will really take the time to build trust and communication with you. I strive to be encouraging and authentic.