Culturally Sensitive Therapy

I implement culturally informed therapy by recognizing and respecting the diverse cultural backgrounds of my clients. I create a safe, inclusive environment by integrating their cultural values, beliefs, and traditions into the therapeutic process. This includes acknowledging systemic issues, exploring how cultural identity impacts their experiences, and tailoring interventions to align with their cultural context and individual needs.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

In my practice, I use CBT to help you explore the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Together, we’ll identify patterns that might be keeping you stuck and work on reframing negative or unhelpful thoughts. I’ll guide you through practical exercises and tools, like journaling, thought logs, and behavioral experiments, to help you build healthier habits and coping strategies. My goal is to provide a structured, collaborative approach that empowers you to make meaningful changes and gain control over challenges in your life.

Humanistic

I implement humanistic therapy in practice by creating a warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore their feelings and experiences. I focus on active listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard, encouraging clients to trust their own inner resources for growth. By helping clients gain self-awareness and self-acceptance, I support them in realizing their full potential and finding meaning in their lives.

Structural Family Therapy

In my practice, I implement Structural Family Therapy by assessing the family's dynamics, boundaries, and roles to understand how they interact and communicate. I focus on identifying patterns of behavior that may be contributing to dysfunction and work to restructure these patterns by encouraging clearer boundaries, improved communication, and more balanced power dynamics. Through this approach, I help families create healthier relationships and promote mutual support and understanding.

Couples Counseling

In couples therapy, I focus on creating a safe and open environment where both partners can express their feelings and concerns. I use active listening to validate their experiences and facilitate constructive communication. I help them identify patterns of behavior that contribute to conflict, and guide them in developing healthier ways to interact, such as setting boundaries, practicing empathy, and fostering mutual respect. My approach is tailored to each couple's unique dynamics, focusing on their goals for improving the relationship.