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.
Begin Your Search for a Mental Health Professional Who Specializes in Addiction
If you're asking how can your therapeutic needs be met, let me answer with the following statement: It is my passion to educate individuals about the impact of trauma and the ripple effect of resiliency. My personal and educational experience motivates my interest in helping children and adults experiencing trauma and toxic stress related issues. I often incorporate my own real-life experiences...
Anxious? Lonely? Uncertain about the future? Absolutely. In these unprecedented times even the simplest aspects of our lives have become chaotic. We have no blueprint or guide for how to manage our lives and minds during COVID-19. We can work together to restore equilibrium and create a sense of safety, calm, and control over your life using various evidence based treatments including mindfulne...
**NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THE MOMENT ** Does stress, anxiety, or other unwanted, negative emotions hold you back from presenting as your true self and/or working towards your full potential? Whether you're seeking help for adjusting to a recent change or looking to break free from difficulties that keep you from enjoying life, I'm here to offer you support and guidance through the process....
I call it "The Business of Living." We face challenges in daily life that interfere with living our best lives. My work focuses on concerns associated with anxiety, depression, loss and grief, and substance misuse. I am a Distinguished Professor Emerita from the University of South Carolina, an experienced therapist and supervisor with a solid history of working with individuals, couples and...
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS***You have already taken the first step in your healing by seeking assistance. I understand the fear and challenges that appear when thinking of talking to someone of no familiarity. However, beginning a journey in creating your own story through activating imaginations is essential to living a life free of bondage. My endeavor is to compassionately guide you through wh...
Discover the power of positive energy in life. By using a holistic approach to treat Mind, Body, and Spirit, I can help you concentrate on finding solutions, identify your strengths, increase your confidence, and overcome emotional barriers that keep you from moving forward. I understand the unique challenges adolescents are facing and welcome the opportunity to empower them to make positive...
I would love to help you find a happier, healthier version of yourself. I believe you have the skills and the strength to reach your goals and to live your life in a way that matches your values. I can help you identify your thoughts and/or behaviors that get in the way of living that life. I have experience helping clients work through depression, life transitions and stress, substance abuse...
I'm passionate about helping couples and families thrive. I enjoy working with clients who want to improve their relationships (even divorced couples who are coparenting.) I am experienced with working with autism spectrum, ADHD, infertility, adoption, multi-racial families, divorce mediation, and coparenting. I also have experience working with people struggling with addiction, and those who l...
The path of change, growth and healing undoubtedly requires courage and vulnerability. Many of these strengths are called upon even in deciding to start therapy, as doing so can evoke fear, concern and/or embarrassment. While these feelings are very real, they may also drown out the voice saying you’re worthy of being supported, heard and understood. I’d like you to take this opportunity to...
I love working with highly motivated couples and individuals who are ready to do the hard work of healing. Maybe you’ve spent years getting degrees or a dream job at the expense of connection to others. Perhaps alcohol or drugs helped you cope for a while but they’ve created some problems of their own. The pressure to succeed can be traumatic and distance you from those you love. I want to help...
Change—both expected and wanted or the complete opposite—affects us all, and we cope with it in varying ways. Traumatic events are never planned and often require new strategies to effectively navigate a world that may no longer feel as safe as it once had. The impact of loss, anticipated or not, deeply affects individuals, families and couples. My clinical practice is built on an investment in...
Have you been struggling with trying to figure out a better way to manage your life and situations? Do you find it hard to have motivation to do things? Do you struggle with adversity and managing stressors? Do you have issues with addictions? I pride myself in being non-judgemental and supportive to validate people and help them learn new ways of coping and living to improve their quality of...
GAMING ADDICTION creates a void that many people don't understand. The hours that are wasted, the shame, regret, and exhaustion that are felt, and the lies that you tell to your friends, significant other, and yourself. For some reason, even after being burnt out, your hands keep coming back to the device. Part of the soul gets trapped in the experience, and never really leaves. Escaping the cy...
I have over 8 years of experience offering a compassionate, non-judgmental, broad perspective with an active, collaborative therapeutic style. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual's needs and includes psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural therapy, family system theory as well as mindfulness and emotion-focused interventions. I received my M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology from Warsa...
I've spent 20 years in counseling and education with many individuals, families, and groups. What I've learned from my experience is that we live our most productive and satisfying lives when we manage stress in healthy ways. Since life comes with many challenges, my goal is to support you and identify helpful tools and resources for you to use when these challenges occur. In therapy, we will...
