I am an EMDR trained therapist, and I am passionate about helping others heal those trauma wounds that just feel stuck or frozen in place. My approach to therapy is eclectic–meaning that I pull from a variety of counseling methods.
I am an EMDR trained therapist, and I am passionate about helping others heal those trauma wounds that just feel stuck or frozen in place. My approach to therapy is eclectic–meaning that I pull from a variety of counseling methods.
I am not limited to working with only trauma survivors. I see children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, autism, and many other concerns.
explore where you feel stuck in your life or your work, what values guide you, and how you can move forward. We will consider new concepts, try new skills, or apply proven techniques to your specific situation.
explore where you feel stuck in your life or your work, what values guide you, and how you can move forward. We will consider new concepts, try new skills, or apply proven techniques to your specific situation.
I'll help you understand your behavior patterns in a deep, non-judgmental way, then choose an action plan. My approach is rooted in evidence-based treatments, meaning that we will use techniques that have been shown to work.
After our initial session you can expect to walk away feeling at ease and hopeful. As we continue to work together you should always feel that you are being treated respectfully and non-judgmentally.
After our initial session you can expect to walk away feeling at ease and hopeful. As we continue to work together you should always feel that you are being treated respectfully and non-judgmentally.
I primarily utilize a psychodynamic approach. This is because I believe it offers clients the opportunity to process things that have happened in their lives while gaining deeper insights into their past and present.
I ask questions to help people search for meaning and to learn more about themselves. You might want to talk about your progress or areas where you felt frustrated. Remember that each person's situation is unique.
I ask questions to help people search for meaning and to learn more about themselves. You might want to talk about your progress or areas where you felt frustrated. Remember that each person's situation is unique.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Polyvagal theory, trauma-focused, somatic, strength-based, person-centered, compassion focused and the companioning model. I also utilize deep breathing, mindfulness/meditation exercises.
During our first session I will gather a clear picture of what brings you into therapy, what you want out of therapy, and I will provide a brief synopsis of how I will support you and help you reach your goals.
During our first session I will gather a clear picture of what brings you into therapy, what you want out of therapy, and I will provide a brief synopsis of how I will support you and help you reach your goals.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which is where we focus on how your thoughts and feelings influence your behaviors. I will teach ways to change one area and how it influences the other two areas to create positive ways of thinking, feeling.