not only address and alleviate the negative, but we will foster the positive! We can focus on quality of life, treating anxiety/depression, adapting to new life circumstances, navigating and building relationships, improving sleep, and managing pain.
not only address and alleviate the negative, but we will foster the positive! We can focus on quality of life, treating anxiety/depression, adapting to new life circumstances, navigating and building relationships, improving sleep, and managing pain.
I don't have a set approach. Every person is different and every problem is different, which means every treatment needs to be different. First we will identify what matters to you and what your goals are, then we will create a plan to reach them!
Whether you’re wanting to embrace your authentic self more fully, explore new ways to affirm and care for your queer/trans-ness, heal internalized trans/homophobia, or simply just want to be “seen” in your identities by a therapist, I’m here for you.
Whether you’re wanting to embrace your authentic self more fully, explore new ways to affirm and care for your queer/trans-ness, heal internalized trans/homophobia, or simply just want to be “seen” in your identities by a therapist, I’m here for you.
My warm approach emphasizes the pursuit of pleasure, self-compassion, and is rooted in mindfulness. I'm affirming of all identities, relationship structures, and am kink-aware. I commonly work topics such as relieving minority stress and resilience.
My belief is that a client can successfully understand, navigate, and overcome life challenges and transform them into opportunities to fully embrace the experience of optimal living with the correct tools.
My belief is that a client can successfully understand, navigate, and overcome life challenges and transform them into opportunities to fully embrace the experience of optimal living with the correct tools.
My approach is eclectic, utilizing numerous evidence based strategies along with a firm application of the creative process necessary to navigate the change process. My clients find my approach energizing, enjoyable and informative.
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)
Co-create therapy, focused on strengths and survival within these systems, and assisting you to recognize your own resiliency.
Co-create therapy, focused on strengths and survival within these systems, and assisting you to recognize your own resiliency.
I approach therapy through a critical lens to identify all factors impacting our mental health, including the systems under which we are operating, and the detrimental impacts these can have based on multiple identities.