Jan Quirl
Welcome! I'm Jan Quirl. Take a moment to acknowledge you've taken the first step towards improving your mental health because, let's be honest - starting therapy can be empowering, confusing, or scary, all at the same time.
I focus on helping clients develop assertive communication & boundaries with themselves and those around them that can help improve their quality of life.
I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, and/or self-care. I focus on helping clients develop assertive communication & boundaries with themselves and those around them that can help improve their quality of life. Counseling can promote personal development in whatever way you may be seeking and help build the life you so deeply deserve. If that's what you're looking for, I'm here when you're ready to share.
First session
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions. Together, we will identify your challenges and goals - where you want your life to be a month, six months, a year from now. Then, we'll identify options and strategies you can use to get there. You'll leave the session with a better understanding of what you're facing with an "actions I can take right now" approach. There will always be room for suggestions concerning our work together, including keeping each other accountable.
Strengths
I’m a good listener, warm, compassionate, and supportive. I'm also determined and straight-forward in working together with my clients to achieve their therapy goals.
Ideal clients
I love working with clients to help them find ways to cope with difficult life experiences by focusing on their strengths and exploring and addressing their challenges.
Treatment methods
Experiential Therapy
I've used this treatment method for the past 25 years through the use of art therapy. Art therapy has helped numerous clients to: reduce anxiety, depression, build self-esteem, and to promote insight.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I’ve been using CBT in my practice for many years. It’s helped my clients challenge reoccurring thoughts and manage their anxiety. We’ll use CBT to recognize how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence each other. We’ll then use that knowledge to change your thinking patterns, which will help you lead a less anxious and stressed life.
Integrative
I've used an integrative approach to therapy including psychodynamic, object relations, cognitive behavioral, and creative arts therapy with all of my clients for over 30 years. I adapt therapy based on the unique need of each client depending on the presenting problem, goals of treatment, and the client's expectations.
Location
Virtual sessions