Hello! My name is Stacy. Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed, sad, or irritated? Do you feel you have low self-esteem and self-confidence? You are not alone. These are very common feelings. I have been working as a psychologist for 10 years and have worked with many clients with the same concerns. Sometimes people are afraid to begin therapy or don't know what to expect. They are hesitant to open up to a stranger about personal topics they don't tell many people, if anyone. That is all normal and okay. I know the importance of creating a safe space and a warm, trusting environment. I help people identify patterns, behaviors and thoughts and figure out if they are helpful or not. I hope to hear from you so we can start this journey together.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session, I will get to you and your story. We will talk about what brings you into therapy and what you hope to get out of the process. You may decide you want to learn specific skills or you may decide that you want to focus on understanding why. Whatever direction we take in therapy, you will experience a safe place where any topic is okay to discuss. As we continue therapy, you will learn about your patterns and your strengths. You may begin to see things from a different perspective. You might realize there are things you want to change that you never knew about. It's not about right or wrong - it's about finding what works for you.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I view therapy as the process of developing a better understanding of your thoughts, behaviors, emotions and patterns. I utilize a person-centered therapy approach to create a warm, non-judgmental atmosphere where you can feel comfortable, safe and heard. I pull from different evidence-based therapy approaches and techniques including CBT, positive psychology and motivational interviewing to help you realize your personal goals.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I am a focused, hard-working, empathetic and insightful person. These skills help me to provide my full attention to listening to you and helping you in better understanding yourself and how things have come to be. I can see things from different perspectives and therefore I can help you do the same.