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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Are you struggling with finding a purpose? Is it difficult for you to sustain motivation? Are you finding yourself in a losing battle with substance abuse? Do you struggle with a traumatic experience that is overwhelming you to the point that it's difficult to function daily? It's the unspoken fear that holds you back from your full potential. I use a research-proven approach that helps clients...
WELCOME!! If you’ve been considering therapy, there’s no better time than now to start. Family Focus Therapy, LLC. is a safe space where you and your family can be vulnerable, uplifted and supported. You do not have to deal with the pressures of life alone. If you are feeling stressed, tired and overwhelmed with trying to balance everything on your own we will help you reduce the chaos and...
Whether you feel disconnected, anxious, lonely, traumatized, depressed, confused, or several or even all of the above, I can be of service to you. In the past 20 years in NC, I helped people with all of these issues get better and have hope and joy in their lives. I enjoy getting to know people of all ages. My specialty is in guiding others through their struggles and working in partnership to...
Life events, trauma, challenges in intimate or family relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, physical pain, issues with sex and intimacy, addictions, anger, and crisis can leave us feeling stuck, hopeless, and unable to move forward and experience positive change in our lives. I can help you identify your options, improve coping, change thoughts and behaviors that are not serving you, and h...
I provide a holistic approach that will address the physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional person as a whole. My theoretical approach is a combination of cognitive-behavioral, person centered, and solution focused therapies. I work with my clients to understand their worldview and underlying concerns and provide a safe and supportive environment where they can understand the underlying...
I received my Master's degree in applied psychology from New York University and I am an alumna of The New School. Having lived in different countries and worked at varied mental health settings with people from diverse age groups and socio-cultural backgrounds, I have experience and training in managing behavioural and mental health issues by understanding the individual-contextual factors of ...
Choosing to seek help for depression, anxiety or other problems that are getting in the way of your happiness can be difficult and scary. My approach is direct and open, and focuses on enhancing your personal growth and ability to cope with life's problems. You are most likely to see benefits from counseling if you are motivated, honest, and willing to work at self-improvement and self-awarenes...
Stress Reduction Techniques that have been clinically-proven as part of the ACE Study at Kaiser Permanente in San Diego. Motivation to understand, utilize and expand inner resources to develop more inner resilience as well as self-confidence in relationships. Athletes, creators, leaders and team players who are prepared to integrate the kinds of skills that parents, managers, teachers and stude...
I provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy services to people of all gender expressions and sexual orientations ages 15 and up. Areas of expertise include eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, interpersonal conflict, personality disorders, and others. Some areas of specific clinical interest of mine include disordered eating, gender/sexuality concerns, relationship...
Taking new Clients!! Having difficulties meeting life on life's term's? Sometimes life experiences leave us unfulfilled, wanting more, and feeling insignificant. Therapy can grant you access to healing and empowerment. Allow me to work with you so you are meeting life on your terms and not on life's terms. Whether it's depression, anxiety, aging, trauma, substance use or a remarried family...
Sometimes life can be overwhelming, overbearing, and down right difficult. You’re not alone in your struggle. It’s helpful to have a professional with you to figure it all out. Everyones life has purpose, meaning, and a capacity for joy. I strive to create a compassionate environment that inspires hope. Where people feel important, valued, understood, and welcomed. Then we can work together to...
Are you experiencing repeat patterns of stress, distress or difficulty in your relationships? There is hope. Together, we will work to find compassion and understanding for your challenges and set you back on track to a healthier, happier life. Whether it may be the trauma of every day life, or past hurts, resentments, and heartbreak, you will feel hopeful about moving forward confidently in yo...
I collaborate with clients to help them utilize their own strengths and overcome barriers to achieve meaningful change in their lives. My therapeutic approach emphasizes evidence-based practice while fostering a compassionate, open therapeutic environment to explore opportunities for self-growth. I am a psychologist at the San Diego VA and also have a small private practice on Mondays where I...
I enjoy working with adults and teens looking to clarify goals, work more effectively with challenging emotions, and, using Mary Oliver's eloquent words, help them answer the question "what do you plan to do with your one wild and precious life." I use strength-based approaches to help clients set and achieve goals and boost happiness. Having experience as a school-based therapist and as a pare...
I believe that a collaborative approach between therapist and client is most effective. My intention is to empower my clients to put the pieces together to help solve the mysteries of their inner world. I truly believe that my clients can find their truth and move towards mental wellness. I use an integrated approach to treatment utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral...
