Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

Our first session will be focused on getting to know you. I hope to learn about your background, your goals, your strengths and skills from your point-of-view, and past experiences with mental health providers (what has been helpful versus what has not been helpful for you in the past). We will also hopefully agree on at least one goal in the first session and develop a plan around that. Let's get started :)

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

The strengths-based approach to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy sets me slightly apart from other therapists. This is because it starts with the clients' strengths versus what's "wrong" with them or their approach to life. In addition, my study of meditation, positive psychology, mindfulness, neuroscience, Buddhism and other religions (more cursory), and humanist and existential philosophies can offer a unique approach to those interested.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

You can imagine the big picture even if you cannot always keep the big picture perspective. You are open to trying new approaches to create the change you hope to realize for your mental health and the quality of your experiences day-to-to and long-term. You are willing to (or willing to learn how to) take the lead with how often we meet and how long we work together for. The hope is, you feel there is progress as we work together and I am here to help you gauge that progress if needed. Meanwhile, it's important you feel you are choosing the parameters of our work together.