Trauma can hurt long after the painful events are over. It creeps into our relationships and makes it hard to love and trust others. Often, even more painfully, it makes it hard to love and trust ourselves. Often we try to ignore it, avoid it, try to forget it, but the hurt and memories always seem to come back. Maybe you find it hard to trust others, unsure if they are safe. Maybe you notice you are a "people pleaser", worried about making others happy but not happy yourself. If people in your life have hurt you, I want you to know that you are not alone, and healing is possible. As a trauma therapist, I will help you connect how the story of your past echoes into your present. I will support you in identifying the hangups that get you stuck and help you to get a foothold in your life. As you heal from your past and harmful coping, I will support you with taking control of your life and moving towards the goals you've hoped for. I have the best job in the world. It's an incredible experience to connect to people, many whom have never been able to safely share about themselves, and help them feel heard, validated, and supported. Starting therapy can be nerve-wracking, but if you are interested, or even curious, I'd be happy to work with you.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In first sessions I will take time to get to know what you are seeking in therapy and you can take time to see if I am a good therapy match for you.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I use a variety of methods to help my clients heal. 1. Psychoanalysis- To help understand the past and how it affects you. 2. Attachment Therapy - To learn how early relationships have influenced how we connect to others and ourselves. 3. Narrative Therapy - What story do you tell about yourself? 4. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - To learn how your thoughts, feelings, and actions connect.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have a passion for supporting teens and adults who have experienced trauma, abuse, and/or difficult childhoods. Whether you have never done trauma work or have seen therapists for years, I want to help you understand yourself and live the life you've always hoped for.