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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Overcoming our personal struggles can seem like a daunting task; especially when going at it alone. Admitting you might need help, let alone asking for it, may be one of the hardest yet most important steps for facing these challenges. I use evidence based treatments to help address the concerns my client's bring into my office. My goal is to provide a collaborative, therapeutic environment whe...
My goal in therapy is to provide a non-judgemental space, understanding of your unique situation, and support of your power and autonomy, and balance that with real solutions to help solve your problem. If you are struggling with depression, transitional stress, and/or substance use problems, I'd like to meet with you for an initial assessment, and together we can build a plan of action for you...
My theoretical approach pulls from Cognitive Behavioral Theory and many successful techniques (humanistic, strategic, psychodynamic, and solution focused), which allows me to personally tailor your therapy session based upon your unique needs in an eclectic and integrated approach to therapy. Therapist flexibility is a valuable tool in helping my clients gain a balanced perspective on the life...
**Currently offering telehealth sessions in the wake of COVID -19 pandemic.** Accepting New Clients - Immediate Openings** Sometime life experiences can hit us hard. Balancing these experiences along with every day stressors may seem impossible and may make it difficult to find resiliency on our own. Having an empathic professional in your corner can help you navigate and explore tools needed t...
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or are just having mixed feelings and feel like the whole world is coming over you? Contact me, let's talk. We will work at your pace and know that I will meet you where you are at emotionally. I have been assessing community needs for over ten years and have learned that there are variables that do contribute to someone's emotional health. Yo...
Open doors to a better future, reconcile with doors left open from your past. It's helpful to think of therapy as the opportunity to make the desired changes in your life to increase your overall well being. It is my goal for you to unlock your unique capabilities & strengths for maximizing your success in all the important areas of your life. This means: learning how to take better care of...
I offer therapy in both an office setting and on my "farm". Clients have the option to utilize animal assisted therapy to learn self regulation, asking for and establishing consent, encouraging confidence, reducing anxiety and stress, and to learn how to develop healthy boundaries. I also specialize in assisting parents in learning new techniques to better their relationship with their child or...
I recently moved from upstate New York to Appleton, Wisconsin. I'm loving life in the Midwest! I am happy to say I am finally licensed in Wisconsin, and I am also fully licensed in NY. Additionally, to help with challenges related to COVID-19, I hold a temporary license in several states including NJ, MA, and OR. At this time, I am ONLY seeing clients virtually using a HIPAA-compliant app calle...
Chronic anxiety and self-loathing are common outcomes of overwhelming experiences in childhood. I work with adults who, despite their outward success, struggle with anxiety, low self-esteem, guilt/shame, and unsatisfying relationships. Often times, there's a disconnect between how others perceive you and the way you feel about yourself. Your struggles with loneliness, sadness, and insecurity ar...
As an art therapist, counselor and Ph.D. Mind Body Medicine degree candidate, I view clients holistically. This means that I view individuals as whole persons made up of physical, mental and spiritual health that are all interconnected. An imbalance in one of these areas can affect the others. For example, chronic anxiety can affect the body, leading to a weakened immune system and illnesses. W...
If you feel like you've done enough talk therapy, bring your body back into the conversation. If you are struggling with relationship issues, stress, trauma, chronic pain, anxiety, depression, or addiction, we can collaborate to bring you relief and understanding. If you are a survivor of child abuse or neglect or social marginalization, you'll be safe and gently held here, too. I use touch...
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Do you suffer from Depression or have Suicidal Thoughts? TMS provides true treatment with a 75% success rate in treatment with 50% of patients experiencing a full remission of symptoms for patients who struggle with depression and OCD. This includes those who have tried multiple medications and struggled with side effects or have not received relief. TMS is not painful or disruptive, does not...
I have the privilege of accompanying clients as they go through some of the most painful and some of the most joyous times of their lives. I see therapy as a journey that the client and therapist take together with the therapist playing the role of a traveling companion, guide, and interpreter. I have extensive experience providing counseling services to adolescents, adults and families in the...
My approach to therapy is collaborative and established in openness, trust, honesty and humor. I believe that our work is rooted in the relationship we build together and should build upon your strengths and uniqueness. It is a privilege for me to be invited to work with my clients as they go through challenges and transitions. I am very passionate about being able to provide a safe,...
