I have been a therapist for about 23 years. I work in schools in addition to this work which adds to my experience working with clients of all ages, and families. I have also worked for various agencies which gives me a good sense of available resources in the community. I think that people grow through connecting with others and feeling heard and understood.
The first appointment is about gathering history - about the problem and about the client and family.
I think I have a nurturing approach, empathetic, really listening to the client to understand the clients feelings and needs.
I think that anyone willing to talk through what is going on in his/her life and to consider alternate perspectives will be able to find healing.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I am somewhat eclectic in what I use but this is a main theoretical method that I use.