We all need space to prioritize our thoughts and feelings, to say what we need to say out loud, to someone who will not judge us for how we think and feel. Oftentimes, we cannot expect the people in our lives to be impartial or unbiased. Sometimes the people in our lives are far too involved in what causes us to need this space, to process our trauma, and they might not realize why we are anxious or depressed. In the therapeutic relationship, it is all about what you want and need. I will listen and ask thoughtful questions and help you recognize patterns and make connections. Life is a journey and I want you to welcome self-exploration, not fear it.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
As a teaching artist and art therapist, I believe in creativity and artmaking as a means of self-discovery and a therapeutic healing process. My integrative and humanistic counseling approach utilizes evidenced based practices as well as tenets and exercises derived from mindfulness.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Clients I have worked with often express feeling safe and at ease talking with me. The therapeutic relationship is based on direct communication, trust and openness. Individuals have often expressed feeling comfortable opening up to me and have described me as warm, friendly, approachable, smart and reliable.