LCSW, 40 years of experience
Hello and welcome! I understand that life can be tough at times. I am dedicated to helping people, like you, navigate through difficult periods. We all reach a point where we need support and guidance. I am committed to supporting you on your path to healing. Together, we will create personalized goals that cater to your individual needs and preferences. Through this process, you will gain a deeper understanding of yourself and develop tools to maintain a healthy work/life balance in the future.
In our first session, we'll begin with introductions and some helpful logistics of online therapy. I'm a pretty open person, so I may spend a bit of time getting to know you and try to create meaningful connections.
I listen to understand to the best of my ability. I am a dedicated and caring individual who is ready to prioritize your care and value your time. In our fast-paced world, I believe it's crucial to focus on calming our minds, hearts, and souls through self-regulation and healthy coping techniques.
Women of all ages who are ready to get some things in order, especially their heart and mind. Women who carry or carried the heaviest of loads ...and are exploring putting things to rest and creating a new normal. : ) International: Bicultural/Biracial family systems. Someone who is looking for someone willing to do the work with them.
Our thoughts hold immense power, shaped by our upbringing and the voices we've heard throughout our lives. Whether these voices are healthy or not, we often internalize what our loved ones tell us. To truly understand ourselves, we must sometimes rewire and reconstruct these thoughts into absolute truths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) empowers you to transform unhelpful thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. You do this by tapping into your own authenticity and following your voice.
To genuinely practice mindfulness, you must connect with your authentic self. Although this might seem daunting, it's more achievable than it appears. Your true self is ready to emerge, simply needing the right moment and permission. We often prioritize others' needs before our own, which is not sustainable or fair to you. Being mindful and intentional in pursuing what truly matters to you, you show respect and honor to yourself. Mindfulness offers strategies to cultivate authenticity and presence, essential skills for personal growth with self and others.
Looking at the whole person involves engaging with individuals and their environments, recognizing that we are deeply interconnected with external forces. To truly understand our circumstances, we must consider these complex layers. Integrative therapy offers a versatile treatment approach, blending techniques from different therapies to craft a personalized plan. It addresses the unique systems influencing each person’s life, ensuring therapy is tailored to individual experiences.
Solution-focused therapy is a short-term, goal-oriented approach that emphasizes identifying and implementing solutions rather than dwelling on past. While we acknowledge these causes to the necessary extent, our primary aim is to help you resolve your issues and move forward. I recognize the value of time and the need for efficiency, having worked with diverse clients across various settings. Sometimes, we all need someone to collaborate with us, devise a solution, and progress confidently.