You need an ally. Someone that is invested in your life and wants to be a partner that can support you along your journey. As a therapist, I strive to be that ally. I believe that it is my job to meet you exactly where you are and help you move toward where you would like to be. Empowerment is imperative to my therapeutic approach, as I believe it serves as a foundation to processing complex topics such as emotional regulation, cognitive distortions, or relationship conflicts. I hope to help you learn to believe in your own capability in curating the life that you are worthy of. Seeking help can be so scary. And it is a testament to your capability already that you have found your way here. So, if you are looking for a safe place to explore who you are or who you want to be, you've found it.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session, you can expect for me to ask a lot of questions about you and what you feel that your needs are. As we talk, we'll develop a treatment plan that will give us guidance in how we want to proceed in therapy moving forward. From there, we'll decide if we are a good fit, and if so, what frequency of sessions will be most beneficial. I think from a systemic perspective, so you can expect a lot of discussion of wider patterns of behavior and linking them to current issues that you might be facing.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I work from a person-centered, feminist/multicultural perspective and draws from cognitive behavioral techniques. I believe in creating a strong therapeutic rapport, fostering unconditional positive regard and an empathetic environment. I also utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Existential Therapy, as well as EMDR.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I am trauma-informed and have EMDR training. I also have extensive experience with chronic mental health, Borderline Personality Disorder and Substance Use Disorders.