In our work together, I use a mix of different approaches to help you tackle challenges in a way that fits you best. My goal is to support you in making real progress, whether that's through changing unhelpful thinking, building coping strategies, or setting achievable goals. We’ll work together to find the approach that resonates most with you and helps you move forward.
In our first session, we’ll start by getting to know each other a bit. I’ll ask you about what’s brought you to therapy and any challenges you’re facing right now. This is a time for you to share your thoughts, feelings, and goals, and I’ll listen closely to understand your unique experience. We’ll also talk about what to expect from therapy, how the process works, and what approaches might be helpful for you. There’s no pressure to share everything all at once—it’s really about establishing trust and creating a space where you feel comfortable. By the end of the session, we’ll start to outline some initial goals and a plan for how we can work together moving forward.
One of my greatest strengths is my ability to really listen and create a space where you feel heard and understood. I’m also very adaptable, meaning I can pull from different therapeutic approaches to find what works best for you. I’m solution-oriented, so I focus on helping you develop practical tools and strategies to manage challenges. Above all, I’m compassionate and non-judgmental, so you can feel safe being open and honest in our work together. My goal is to empower you, supporting you as you take steps toward change at your own pace.
An ideal client for therapy is someone who is open to self-reflection, willing to explore their thoughts and feelings, and ready to engage in the process of change. They may be facing challenges, but they approach therapy with a sense of curiosity and a desire to learn new ways of coping, growing, and improving their mental health and relationships. They're also committed to taking action, even when it feels difficult, and they value collaboration in working toward their goals.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, goal-oriented therapy that helps you identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors, ultimately improving your emotional well-being. It's a collaborative process where you learn skills to manage stress, anxiety, depression, and other challenges in your daily life.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of therapy that helps you manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and build coping skills through mindfulness, acceptance, and behavioral change techniques. It’s particularly effective for people dealing with emotional regulation challenges and self-destructive behaviors.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a short-term, goal-oriented therapy that focuses on finding practical solutions to current challenges rather than exploring the past. It helps you identify your strengths and resources to create positive change and achieve specific goals in your life.
Family therapy involves working with a therapist to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships within your family. It focuses on understanding and addressing dynamics that may be impacting the well-being of individual family members and the family as a whole.