Lourdes Muir

create a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself, explore what's happening in your life, and make sense of the experiences that have shaped you. We'll explore patterns, relationships, emotions, and the stories we tell ourselves, while also identifying strengths and possibilities that may be harder to see when life feels overwhelming.

warm, thoughtful, perceptive, and an excellent listener. I genuinely enjoy getting to know people and am interested in the things that make each person unique. Clients may appreciate that I can sit with difficult feelings without rushing to fix them, and also offering a fresh perspective when helpful. I want you to be heard, respected, and accepted.

First and foremost, a conversation. You don't need to prepare a perfect explanation of what's happening in your life or know exactly what you want to accomplish in therapy. My hope is that you leave our first meeting feeling a little more at ease, perhaps with a new perspective, and with a sense that you don't have to navigate everything alone.

I value meaningful human connection and the opportunity to help people better understand themselves. I find it rewarding to accompany someone through a difficult chapter, help them recognize their own strengths, and discover possibilities they may not have considered. It takes courage to start over, reconsider old assumptions, and find your footing anew.

My therapeutic approach is person-centered, strengths-based, and collaborative. I draw on foundational ideas from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, attachment, mindfulness, and solution-focused approaches; incorporating them thoughtfully and according to each client's needs. I am interested in understanding the bigger picture.