"It is a strength and sign of resilience to acknowledge anything that may be interfering with our happiness."
When working with clients, the practice is integrative, which means we utilize various orientations and perspectives based on client needs and wants.
Research shows that one of the most important elements of successful therapy is trust so that the client can be open in sharing feelings, thoughts, and experiences. For this reason, it is our priority to establish and provide a safe, non-judgmental, supportive environment where growth, healing and change can take place.
Within this relationship, we utilize a client-centered and collaborative approach, meaning together, we will work to establish goals that will best match your needs, values, and beliefs. We use a psychodynamic perspective; we believe past experiences impact present functioning.
Together, we explore and examine this connection to relieve distress and symptoms, identify patterns, and improve one’s current relationships and life satisfaction. We also utilize cognitive-behavioral techniques to help clients alter their thoughts and gain control of their emotional state. Mindfulness strategies and relaxation exercises are also incorporated, when appropriate.
The reasons individuals seek treatment can vary, but we have listed some common concerns below:
Everyone experiences anxiety, but when it impacts your relationships, work, or just life in general, it may be time to learn how to overcome it. Anxiety is often apparent in the way you think, worrying excessively or catastrophizing, for example. It can also manifest through physical symptoms, such as headaches, nausea, and shortness of breath. Anxiety can be treated with Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, which will help you to identify and change the problematic thought patterns that contribute to your anxiety.
Whether it is positive change or unwanted change, change is difficult. Sometimes it brings depressed mood, anxiety, difficulty sleep or change in appetite. Therapy can help you to learn ways to cope with the transitions and minimize the associated discomfort.
Relationships are often the most rewarding aspects of our lives, but they can also be the most challenging. Whether you are struggling with romantic relationships, familial relationships, or friendships, therapy can help you to create more satisfying connections. Together, we will explore your emotions and the relationship dynamic while identifying your role. We will help you to find more adaptive ways of relating to help you reach your relationship goals.
Work constitutes a significant portion of our lives so it would be expected that many people seek therapy due to work-related stress. You may feel frustrated with your job or “stuck” in a position that is unsatisfying. Therapy can help you to identify what you want to change and how to make it happen.
Whether your marriage ends amicably or with significantly more drama, divorce is difficult. We can help you to grieve the loss of your marriage, cope with the changes, and move forward with a satisfying life. We can also help you help your children manage this change.
The mind and body are interconnected. Physical illness can impact your emotional state and health in a variety of ways. Coping with illness can lead to stress, anxiety, and depression. Learning how to cope more adaptively with your illness improves both your mental and physical health.
Losing a loved one is painful. As you go through the grief process, therapy can provide you with the safe environment to mourn the loss and move through the stages of grief.
Trauma can cause a wound so deep it cannot be seen but it is certainly felt. Depression, confusion, anxiety, shame, and anger are some common feelings. With therapy, we can help you to rebuild trust, learn the skills to manage your pain, and regain control of your life.
Women’s issues include the many concerns women face such as managing the work-life balance, body image and self-esteem issues, motherhood, infertility, and so much more. As a therapist, we can help empower you to find the balance you need to be the woman you want to be.
Far too often men’s issues are put on the back burner. This can cause many men to feel left out, ignored and abandoned. Having an outlet in which to voice your feelings and learn how to empower yourself is vital to a healthy successful and productive life. Come meet with me, in a safe and stable environment and together we can work on self empowering coping skills, so that your voice is heard.