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Hi, I’m Dr. Kortney Clinton. I help women uncover the root of their pain and create lasting change. My work focuses on understanding how early life experiences shape who we are today, especially when it comes to attachment, relationships, and emotional well-being. Together, we’ll uncover the patterns that no longer serve you and create new pathways toward healing and self-trust.
Your first session is a safe and welcoming space for us to get to know each other. We’ll explore your story, what’s bringing you to therapy, and begin mapping out your goals. I’ll help you feel grounded and supported as we take the first steps toward healing together.
My approach is relational and deeply compassionate. I believe healing happens through understanding, rewriting, and repairing the parts of your story that still carry pain. Clients often share that they feel truly seen and understood in sessions and leave with a sense of clarity and empowerment about their next steps.
I work best with women who are ready to explore the deeper “why” behind their anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles. Many of my clients come to me feeling stuck in old patterns, whether they stem from mother or father wounds, past trauma, or unhealthy dynamics, and they want to break the cycles that keep them from feeling whole and connected.
Narrative therapy allows clients to take ownership of their story. I help women identify and reframe the negative narratives they’ve internalized from childhood experiences, trauma, or unhealthy dynamics. Together, we separate the problem from the person, shift limiting beliefs, and rewrite the story in a way that aligns with their strengths and values. This process empowers clients to see themselves as capable of change rather than defined by their past.
I use attachment-based therapy to help clients understand how their earliest relationships shaped their sense of safety, trust, and self-worth. In our work together, we explore how these attachment patterns influence current relationships, emotional responses, and coping strategies. By building a secure, supportive therapeutic relationship, I help clients learn new ways to connect, set boundaries, and create healthier patterns that foster emotional stability and stronger relationships.
I integrate mindfulness techniques to help clients stay grounded and connected to the present moment, especially during periods of stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm. This can include guided breathing, body scans, or short grounding exercises during sessions. Mindfulness helps clients develop awareness of their thoughts and emotions without judgment, creating space to respond intentionally rather than react from old patterns.