Feeling like you can't quite keep it together? Sometimes we get overwhelmed with the stresses in life and need help sorting them out. Maybe you've just hit a low point or feeling overly worried and anxious. Talking to a therapist has helped many people who are feeling the same way. The last few years have been more than difficult, and people are struggling. I help people figure out what's working well for them and what's not. Then we explore together the many strengths and skills you already have and can use to overcome the problems life throws at us. I teach new skills and introduce new tools that you can use to feel better and get your life back on track. I have many years of experience working with people with depression and anxiety as well as bipolar and schizophrenia. I am accepting of varying types of diversity and use solution focused methods with compassion and caring to create and meet the therapeutic goals that are unique to you. Starting therapy can be hard but it can change your life. I would love to work with you to start that process and look forward to meeting you.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session we will get to know each other a bit and explore your situation. I’ll ask you about past treatments, both successful and ineffective. I want to understand your preferences and help you set some treatment goals. I will explain my approach and what to expect in future sessions. If you’re comfortable and feel I understand what you need, we will set up a schedule and make plans for the work we will be doing together.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Compassion and understanding are two areas of strength I bring to my practice. I also appreciate a sense of humor. I have worked with a wide variety of people and have specialized for many years treating seriously mentally ill adults in a community setting. I find the best in people and believe accomplishing goals, self-care and being mindful of the good things in life are vital to a healthy life.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
Adults who want to make changes to improve their health. Our health can change in a moment. One day we feel fine and the next we come down with the flu or sprain an ankle. Maybe we have a chronic illness that flares up from time to time. Many people don’t hesitate to seek medical care for physical ailments but will put their mental health on the back burner, ignoring their pain. Mental health is one part of our overall health picture. Individuals who seek therapy understand the consequences of neglecting their mental health and want relief. Still there’s a stigma. Let’s crash through the imaginary wall between mental and physical health and take care of ourselves holistically.