Together, we will work through what brings you to therapy. We may have some tough discussions . While there may be tears, there will be warmth, smiles, and even some laughter as we help you grown and learn together.
Together, we will work through what brings you to therapy. We may have some tough discussions . While there may be tears, there will be warmth, smiles, and even some laughter as we help you grown and learn together.
I leave the door open for you to talk about whatever is on your mind and you need my help with. I will offer you feedback, hold you accountable, and celebrate your successes with you every step of the way!
bring our unique skills and talents to therapy: you are the expert on you, and I have expertise on helping people navigate life effectively. I believe most humans yearn for connection and to be truly known and accepted for who they are.
bring our unique skills and talents to therapy: you are the expert on you, and I have expertise on helping people navigate life effectively. I believe most humans yearn for connection and to be truly known and accepted for who they are.
I am an active therapist, meaning that I will ask questions and point out patterns to help you get to the root of what really brought you into therapy. My aim is not to tell you what to do, but rather to help you listen to your own inner wisdom.
Work on things such as challenges of trauma, trust issues, self esteem, being a people pleaser, acceptance, grief, building boundaries, wellness, communication, uncertaintity, stress, self forgiveness, anger and many other concerns.
Work on things such as challenges of trauma, trust issues, self esteem, being a people pleaser, acceptance, grief, building boundaries, wellness, communication, uncertaintity, stress, self forgiveness, anger and many other concerns.
I work with you in processing emotions, uncovering unhelpful behavior or thinking patterns getting in your way and building coping skills and solutions . I help you discover a path to healing and self discovery.
Areas of focus I often explore with clients are family dynamics, reviewing learned behaviors, evaluating boundaries, identifying negative versus positive self-talk and challenging cognitive distortions.
Areas of focus I often explore with clients are family dynamics, reviewing learned behaviors, evaluating boundaries, identifying negative versus positive self-talk and challenging cognitive distortions.
Mutual trust and respect is imperative and a primary goal in my working with you. It is my goal to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment while also encouraging growth and postive change.
I use evidence based interventions (EMDR, Polyvagal, Somatic) that help align the body and brain, reinforce more adaptive ways to cope with stress/process trauma and create lasting changes.
I use evidence based interventions (EMDR, Polyvagal, Somatic) that help align the body and brain, reinforce more adaptive ways to cope with stress/process trauma and create lasting changes.
Understanding our biology (genetics/development) as it relates to our biography (lived experiences/unique history) allows us to develop a tailored "recipe" for optimal mental and physical wellness.