I see therapy as a unique opportunity for people to learn more about themselves: their pain, fears, struggles, strengths, hopes, and dreams. In doing so, we can work to overcome past pains and progress towards the life you have always wanted. I am committed to working with individuals as they take this journey of discovery and change. I seek to form authentic relationships with clients in order to create a comfortable and safe environment. I practice from a psychodynamic perspective. This means that I will work with you to understand how your past influences your present. This can only be done in a non-judgmental and welcoming environment in which you feel secure and accepted. I currently offer individual sessions via telehealth. Please do not hesitate to contact me to schedule a free consultation to see if we are a good fit. Choosing a therapist is a difficult and important decision, whatever you decide, I wish you the best.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
After our initial session you can expect to walk away feeling at ease and hopeful. As we continue to work together you should always feel that you are being treated respectfully and non-judgmentally. Each session will leave you with improved coping skills as well as new ways of looking at things. While the problems that brought you into therapy might not go away immediately, you will feel more capable of confronting them and managing your emotions after each session.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I primarily utilize a psychodynamic approach. This is because I believe it offers clients the opportunity to process things that have happened in their lives while gaining deeper insights into their past and present. I have also trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I will regularly incorporate DBT skills into session to assist clients in utilizing effective coping skills. The psychodynamic approach gives us the opportunity to process past traumas and experiences, while DBT focuses on practical skills you can implement right away.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My biggest strengths are my ability to relate to clients and my curiosity. I truly enjoy working with a wide range of people and helping them to make meaningful changes in their lives. My curiosity always drives me to learn more about a person and the look at alternative ways of seeing things. My clinical work has focused on trauma, relational issues, and managing strong emotions. I believe each client is in charge of their treatment and the expert on their experiences.