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Hello, I am licensed Clinical Psychologist, with over 35 years experience, working with adults and older adults. I am passionate about supporting you in your efforts to achieve the most authentic, healthiest and empowered version of yourself possible. Over these many years in practice, I've had the priviledge of working with a wide range of clients, struggling with a wide range of issues, and integrating a wide range of theraeutic modalities. I work collaboratively with my clients to develop trust, understanding and a safe and supportive experience, tailoring our work to meet your unique needs and goals. Drawing from my 35 years of experience I use an number of different modalities including CBT, DBT, trauma based therapy, mindfulness, strength based therapy and psychodynamic therapy. I have extensive working with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, grief and loss, chronic health issues, relationship issues, workplace issues, self-esteem, LGBTQIA and mood disorders. My goal is to help you find stability, satisfaction and empowerment in your life.
In our first session, we complete will complete an initial assessment that will include discussing what brings you to therapy, relevant history and start to develop a treatment plan tailored to your individual needs. I will take time to understand your background, current situation and issues you would like to address. We will also discuss confidentiality and logistical issues in working together. Overall, we will begin building a supportive therapeutic relationship as we embark on this journey together.
I think my greatest strengths are my ability to create a safe, non-judgemental and collabortive space for us to work in. My many years of work as a clincian has allowed me to be comfortable in what I do and be very flexible and adaptable in how I can support you in reaching your goals. I am compassionate, warm, patient,open-minded, creative and holistic.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated to be in therapy and is and open to and receptive to exploring what is working for them, what is not working them and how we, together, can empower you to make positive and healthy changes . My approach is to work collaboratively with you to create a comfortable and nonjudgemental space where you can feel empowered to explore your struggles, set meanongful goals and heal barriers to meeting those goals.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have been using CBT, in conjuction with other modalities, for many years help clients explore, discover and understand long standing beliefs , thoughts ang self-talk that impact their their physical and emotional well-being and create barriers ro healing, growth and self-empowerment.
Trauma Informed Care
Ihavebeen using Trauma Informed care for over 20 years to create a safe and comfortable space for clients to heal from past traumatic experiences, understand how their past wounds is impacting their current life andmove towards healing and empowerment .
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I have been using Person-centered therapy, along with other modalities, for over 20 years. This includes using non-directive techniques to encourage reflection and introspection to then apply this to addressing barriers to create a satisfying, empowered and authentic life.