Helen E Polak

We face many challenges throughout our lives including relationship issues, transitions, grief and loss, and traumatic experiences. We often struggle to cope with these stresses. Therapy is a helpful process for learning to cope with all that life throws at us. I believe, strongly, that the most important part of therapy is the relationship between the therapist and the client, so I work to provide a comfortable, safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their deepest thoughts and feelings. I have a specialty in working with times of transition and the resulting symptoms of depression, anxiety, and bereavement. I work with adolescents and adults. My treatment approach is integrative, incorporating helpful techniques to change behaviors and thought patterns as well as working to understand family history and underlying belief systems. I work collaboratively with clients, seeing each of us bringing our own expertise to the relationship. Working together towards your goals we can gain insight into your difficulties, identify core feelings, improve coping skills and reduce symptoms.