New to Grow
I am a therapist with 33 year of experience who provides compassionate care tailored to meet client needs. My training has been in psycho-dynamic, CBT, Mindfulness, EMDR, and I am IFS informed with a multitude of IFS experience. It is my goal to express empathy and compassion as the basis of my work as I view the therapeutic relationship as primary.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
During the first session, we get to know each other, I discuss what to expect, and provide a safe caring environment.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I am an experienced therapist with 33 years post masters experience. I have worked in worked in a psychiatric hospital, outpatient clinics, and at a hospice. I have experience in many modalities and can tailor my approach as needed.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal client is an adult who is experiencing or has experienced anxiety, depression, or grief issues. They would be motivated to work on and express the desire for help with these issues. Basic needs would be met, so time in therapy could be spent on therapeutic issues.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
I am Internal Family Systems informed therapist with a lot of IFS training. I may gently bring up parts as they come into the therapy session. We can get to know these parts, bring them to a safe place if needed, and unburden if they are ready. All in the clients own time.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
During the course of therapy we discuss and learn new coping skills.
EMDR
I have been EMDR trained and use this modality if this is what is desired.
Grief Therapy
I am a trained grief therapist and use this method when appropriate.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I have been trained in mindfulness and bring this method into the therapy session on a regular basis.