Hello. I am a License Marriage and Family Therapist and I have been in practice for 25 years. Sometimes certain parts or certain stages of life can get tough. Whether it is because of your job; finances; family conflict; obstacles in a relationship; a medical diagnosis; &/or struggles with self worth. The stress, anxiety &/or depression that we can feel can be so overwhelming. I work with helping you manage that stress, anxiety and depression that may come up from those life challenges. I believe that by exploring what your values are, improving communication skills, building healthy coping skills and striving for better self-esteem, we can improve self-worth and internal strength to help you feel like you CAN. What happens next is that new perspectives develop and it feels easier to move through life obstacles. I have a special interest in teen issues, young adults, the family and the couple at any stage of the relationship I will work with you at your pace. I will listen..
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Our first session generally involves getting to know each other and you getting to know more about the therapeutic process. We will develop therapeutic goals and a plan. Throughout therapy, We will move at your pace to tackle the issues most pressing in your life, and towards finding the tools necessary to effectively cope with those issues and the subsequent emotions. I do prescribe homework in between sessions which consists of tasks that will assist you in reaching your goals. Therapy ends when you are ready.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
Mind, body awareness CBT Cognitive building awareness skills DBT/Mindfulness Solution Oriented skills
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Although I have worked with a variety of life stages issues and challenges, I find I am strongest working with building self awareness, self esteem with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, anxious attachments and conflicts.