Addiction is a treatable, chronic disease. Genetics, brain chemistry, environmental factors, and life experiences all play a role in the disease, and past trauma is often at the root of many addictions. For many who struggle with addiction, it can be helpful to know that risk factors and levels vary by person, but like any chronic condition, focusing on the cause and the symptoms in treatment offer the best chance for recovery.
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Society and social media tell us that we have to look, feel, and act a certain way to “fit in.” More likely than not, you don’t fit the typical mold that society has created and as a result you might feel like an outsider; other, different, less than, anxious, depressed, or lonely. Perhaps this doesn't quite fit your particular situation or feelings, and that's okay, too. I am here to offer you...
Human beings are wired to attach and to exist in relationship. Disruption to primary relationships generates grief and fear, anger, shame and guilt, as well as an absence of joy. Despite our best intentions, we struggle with the same challenges repeatedly over the course of our lives, often with the people we love most, the people we work with, or we take up behaviors designed to protect us suc...
*Unable to accept new clients for 1 month* Right now you are stuck in a valley in life that you have found unexpectedly. Or you are experiencing a situation that has festered in your life and you have been unable to find healing or peace. Your honest question is, "Why is this happening?" Many people have received my help during seasons of their life like this. If you want to find the best you, ...
When we feel overwhelmed, depressed, or stagnant it can be difficult to reach out. When we feel lost in our relationships, our careers, or question our purpose in life, we may not feel satisfied or content. If we think our loved ones don't understand us, or we’re afraid to open up to them, we may become isolated and lonely. If we catch ourselves in addictive cycles or patterns, we feel defeated...
We all carry wounds which affect our inner well-being, our relationships, and our ability to engage with the world. By facing our pain and suffering with compassion, we have the power to transform it into strength. Often, we cannot do this alone. Therapy is a journeying together to discover your own capacity for resilience and strength and healing into your deeper, truer self. I cultivate...
Hello and welcome to the first step in enhancing your life and relationships. I appreciate your desire to invest your precious resources into your well-being and happiness. I also recognize the importance of finding a therapist that is the best fit for you. I am a clinical member of AAMFT (American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy), and a licensed marriage and family therapist. While...
Congratulations on taking the FIRST courageous step toward dealing with your PAIN that is no longer working for you; or perhaps you like to grow and learn more about yourself; or you want to achieve HEALING from grief/loss related to major life changes. Painful symptoms related to trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, or relational issues are tough to tackle by yourself. Understanding and dealing...
***CURRENTLY NOT TAKING NEW CLIENTS*** As a therapist, I use a more holistic approach to therapy and to meet my clients where they are currently at in life. I collaboratively work with you in order to find balance in your life and in your relationships with others. As humans, we can become codependent with our own behaviors, relationships, and feelings that have had a negative impact on the min...
Whatever your reasons for coming to therapy, I will meet all parts of you with respect and non-judgment. My sense of humor and realness helps you get comfortable, and even laugh sometimes; my grounded, caring presence makes it safer to talk about and experience challenging emotions. Therapy work with me involves thoughts and insights from the mind, feelings and sensations living in the body, an...
Greetings. I love to help others. I have 25 years experience working with a variety of clients and a variety of issues. I provide quality counseling services to address anxiety, depression, PTSD, Autism, Traumatic Brain Injury, youth and family concerns, Major Mental Disorders such as Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia and Substance Abuse. Myself and my agency, Liberty Services, are considered...
Embarking upon the journey of psychotherapy is no easy task, but ultimately can prove to be one of life's most important and transformative decisions. I start wherever you are, providing an empathic and accepting space for us to collaboratively begin to understand and shift areas of difficulty, conflict, confusion, or stuckness in order to create a more satisfying and fulfilling life in the are...
"A ship in harbour is safe-but that is not what ships are built for."John A. Shedd. I encourage risk taking aligned with inner resources, a support system, wellness and mindfulness practices. Helping clients face their deepest fears and getting unstuck are my primary goals. Practicing as a clinician in foster programs, county behavioral health, and private practice, I have learned many skills...
Most of us suffer adversity during our lifespan! I work with clients suffering with life challenges such as: anxiety, depression, divorce, job loss, grief, or low self-esteem. If you are suffering from any of these challenges, maybe it is time to take a different approach. If your current coping skills are not working, now is the time to request some assistance. My practice also assists client'...
Sometimes we come to a place where we realize the life we are living is not aligned with our personal values, purpose, or desires. There may be patterns that have served a purpose in the past, helping us manage fear when we have felt unsafe and haven't had the resources to effectively cope. While these strategies may have helped you survive, they may now be holding your body and mind hostage to...
**Intern beginning January 25th, reduced rate and free options ** I believe counseling should be client-directed, and am interested in developing a collaborative relationship with those who are seeking support. My goal is to consider how your current responses make sense given your life experiences and focus on planning to make changes that will allow you to have more control over your life. Th...
