Hi all! Have you ever wondered what life would be like free of anxiety and depressive symptoms? Are you feeling lost and in need of a purpose? I love helping folks recover from issues like anxiety, depression, OCD and complex post-traumatic stress. Healing and recovery are possible! I will work with you to establish small achievable goals we can take baby steps toward. I also believe in the importance of being able to explore and process feelings that were not safe to share in the past. Healing is a process that takes time and I will help guide you. I can help you get to the root of the issue and teach you skills you can use all of your life in various situations. I do inner-child/ inner-adult work for those interested, but I also use the more practical REBT to help shift rigid perspectives that keep us stuck. I know seeking therapy can feel scary and intimidating, you have already taken the brave step of seeking assistance. I will meet you with patience and empathy and help you realize the strength you never knew you had. Let's work together!

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In the first session we will get a chance to connect, I want to hear about your goals, concerns and expectations and we will build from there!

What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?

I utilize methods from Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Exposure Response Prevention. I also use mindfulness techniques, art therapy and yoga interventions for those interested!

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

My strengths are that I have done a lot of personal healing work so I have that unique experience. I have a lot of knowledge and am passionate about learning and teaching. I use humor in my work which can help people cope with tough situations. I am confident that by changing our perspectives and grieving our traumas we can accept ourselves no matter what.

About Stephanie Garris