Approach

Engaging in therapy is a significant step towards personal growth and well-being. My approach is designed to empower you to navigate life's challenges and achieve your goals with confidence.

Your therapy experience is tailored to your unique needs and values. We work collaboratively, focusing on your strengths and aspirations to create a path forward. This partnership fosters an environment where you feel heard, understood, and supported.

Utilizing a blend of evidence-based techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and solution-focused strategies, we address not just the symptoms but also the underlying issues affecting your well-being. This comprehensive approach ensures holistic healing.

Therapy provides a safe, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without judgment. This secure environment encourages honest reflection and promotes healing.

Our work together will focus on building resilience and achieving balance in your life. You will gain practical tools and insights to manage stress, anxiety, and other challenges, leading to greater happiness and fulfillment. The ultimate goal is for you to thrive independently, developing the skills and confidence to face future challenges with resilience and self-assurance.

Ready to begin your journey toward personal growth and fulfillment? Schedule a complimentary 20-minute phone consultation to discuss how therapy can support your goals and well-being.

Practice Focus

Here, you'll find an overview of the areas I focus on to provide you with the most effective and personalized care. My approach is grounded in compassion, understanding, and a commitment to empowering you on your journey toward mental and emotional well-being.

Trauma and PTSD: I specialize in helping individuals heal from past traumas and manage PTSD. Through evidence-based techniques, we will work together to reduce symptoms, regain control, and build resilience.

Anxiety and Stress Management: Overcoming anxiety and stress can significantly improve your quality of life. I provide practical strategies and therapeutic support to help you manage and alleviate these feelings, promoting a calmer and more balanced life.

Depression and Mood Disorders: Depression can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face it alone. I offer compassionate care and effective interventions to help you navigate and overcome depressive symptoms, fostering hope and positivity.

Relationship Counseling: Whether you're dealing with conflicts in your marriage, partnership, or family, I provide guidance to improve communication, resolve issues, and strengthen bonds. Together, we’ll work toward healthier and more fulfilling relationships.

Identity and Self-Exploration: Understanding yourself is key to personal growth. I support clients in exploring their identities, including issues related to race, culture, gender, and sexuality, helping you to live authentically and confidently.

Child and Adolescent Therapy: Young people face unique challenges, and I'm here to help them navigate these formative years. My approach is tailored to support children and adolescents in managing emotions, building self-esteem, and developing healthy coping skills.

Life Transitions and Personal Growth: Whether you're facing a major life change or seeking personal development, I provide support and tools to help you adapt and thrive. Together, we’ll set goals and create a plan for a fulfilling future.

Grief and Loss: Coping with loss is never easy, but you don’t have to go through it alone. I offer a compassionate space for you to process your grief and find a path forward.

Modalities

My practice invovles:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors to improve mood and behavior.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR): Combines mindfulness meditation and yoga to reduce stress and promote overall well-being.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Helps individuals regulate emotions, improve interpersonal relationships, and develop coping skills, particularly for those with borderline personality disorder.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Focuses on acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings, mindfulness, and commitment to values-based actions to improve psychological flexibility.

Trauma-Informed Therapy: Recognizes the impact of trauma on mental health and utilizes techniques to promote safety, empowerment, and recovery.

Narrative Therapy: Helps individuals separate from their problems by externalizing them and reframing their personal narratives to create new, empowering stories.

Family Systems Therapy: Examines family dynamics and relationships to understand and address issues within the family unit.

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT): Emphasizes identifying solutions rather than focusing on problems, often using specific, goal-oriented techniques.

Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT): Focuses on understanding and regulating emotions to improve interpersonal relationships and overall well-being.