I create a space where you can show up—no pretense, no performance—just you. I don’t believe people are broken. The emotions and behaviors we judge ourselves for often started as survival strategies, ways we tried to protect ourselves from pain. Therapy with me is collaborative, candid, and built on trust. It’s not about fixing you—it’s about understanding yourself in a way that finally makes sense. With over 20 years of experience, I specialize in supporting clients through burnout, emotional dysregulation, and major life transitions. Many of the people I work with are high-functioning and deeply committed—to their work, their families, or their values—but feel like something inside is fraying. Therapy with me isn’t about performance. It’s about finding the space to set the armor down, even briefly, and begin asking: What do I actually need? What parts of me have I had to silence to survive? You don’t need to have it all figured out to begin. If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself, therapy can be where you start to lay the armor down and reconnect—with your values, your voice, and what truly matters. Growth isn’t about perfection; it’s about self-acceptance and clarity. Healing happens not through judgment, but through genuine understanding.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Sessions with me are a balance of deep exploration and practical tools. We’ll look at the patterns that are keeping you stuck—but also develop real-world strategies for managing emotions, building resilience, and making meaningful changes. ✔ I’ll ask meaningful questions, offer honest insights, and gently challenge unhelpful patterns. ✔ We’ll work at your pace—pushing growth when you're ready, but always with self-compassion. ✔ You’ll gain both insight and action, so therapy isn’t just about understanding yourself—it’s about creating real shifts in how you experience life. Therapy is about more than just coping—it’s about feeling more connected, grounded, and authentic.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

Exploration Without Judgment: A safe, supportive space where you can be fully yourself. Curiosity Over Criticism: We’ll look at patterns with compassion, not shame. Growth at Your Pace: Therapy is collaborative—you set the pace, and your voice matters. Honest Reflections: I’ll be direct, but always with care, helping you see new perspectives. Deep Self-Reflection: Opportunities to explore your inner world and lived experiences in meaningful ways. You can expect sessions that are both reflective and exploratory. We'll focus on understanding your story, identifying what matters most to you, and exploring how to live in alignment with those values. Growth isn’t always linear, but with time, support, and intention, meaningful change is possible.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

I work with people who carry a lot—those who feel responsible for everything and everyone, and those whose struggles are easy to miss on the outside. Whether you're holding things together for others or quietly falling apart, you don’t have to do that here. I offer a space that’s candid, collaborative, and without pretense—where we can make meaning out of the mess and begin reconnecting you with what matters most. I integrate existential, psychodynamic, and compassion-focused therapy to help clients explore the deeper emotional patterns that drive their behaviors. Whether someone is experiencing marital conflict, difficulty setting boundaries, repairing damage in relationships, or struggling to balance career with personal fulfillment, my approach is tailored to their unique experience. Here’s how I work with clients facing burnout, emotional exhaustion, and interpersonal strain:Many of my clients say: ✔ “I’ve built a successful career, but I feel empty.” ✔ “I can handle anything—so why can’t I control this?” ✔ “I’ve never ‘failed’ at anything, so admitting I need help feels impossible.” ✔ “I’ve spent so much time focusing on work that I don’t know who I am outside of it.” ✔ “My relationships have suffered, and I don’t know how to repair them.” ✔ “I feel emotionally detached from my family, and I want to show up differently.” I provide a confidential, supportive space where clients can explore their struggles without fear of judgment or stigma. Whether you are working to repair relationships, set healthier boundaries, or regain a sense of purpose, therapy is a place to rebuild and realign with what truly matters to you.

About Courtney Dombrowski