Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) emphasizes utilizing compassion to understand yourself and the people around you. It’s a good option for people dealing with shame or self-criticism that causes emotional distress.
Developing compassion for yourself and others requires practice. Practicing self-compassion exercises can help you manage shame and guilt, which can help you develop compassion for the people around you.
I believe that all humans are innately driven to seek balance and congruence, and that when this drive is disrupted, whether it be due to emotional difficulties, relational stressors, or other life changes, we begin to suffer. It is my privilege to accompany my clients in their process of establishing balance and integration, ultimately achieving a sense of wholeness and security. I recognize t...
I am not currently accepting new clients. I have a diverse background of clinical experience working with various issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, compulsive behavior, self-injurious behavior, addiction, phobias, low self-worth and suicidal ideation. I work to create an authentic, nonjudgmental and collaborative space for healing. In addition to meeting in my office, I offer nature...
I am an easy to relate to therapist who has an uncanny ability to balance warmth and validation with being genuine and direct. I will collaborate with you to determine the way of relating, therapeutic style, and specific therapy interventions that make you feel most comfortable and are the most successful. I will use my expert training and education, using a growth oriented approach, to help yo...
I believe one of the most challenging things that you can do is to begin to understand your own story. We gather a lifetime of experiences which affect us in different ways. Holding on to past negative experiences prevents further exploration and healing. In a sense we get stuck in patterns of thinking and relating that hold us back from true potential and empowerment of our best assets. I have...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters in Counseling Psychology: Art Therapy. I have a professional background that includes working with children, adolescents, adults, older adults, and families. I have over 5 years of experience working in skilled nursing homes and intermediate care facilities, as well as an inpatient psychiatric facility on the chronic, acute, and geriatric...
Dr. Wallace is the Owner at Community Counseling Solutions (CCS). She created CCS in 2004 to make mental health services accessible to larger groups of people. Dr. Wallace is a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) & Advanced Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist in GA. CCS offers community-based mental health services (e.g medication management, nursing assessments,...
Building a strong therapeutic alliance with clients, and providing a safe and caring atmosphere that promotes maximum emotional health are my priorities. I approach each therapeutic encounter like a journey that is taken along side each client. Understanding that each journey is unique, we work together within that uniqueness, and build upon it until we arrive at the place of peace as defined b...
Working in non profits and government services for 20 plus years both in San Francisco and Alameda County, has taught me the art of appreciating people for who they are, keeping an open mind and helping them see their own strength within. I am very excited to be in private practice. Working with couples , parents, and individuals. I am very curious and passionate about non traditional coupling,...
Understanding, acceptance and compassion: Rediscover happiness and experience self-fulfillment through self-discovery. As a LICSW, I will work with you to help recognize behaviors that may be limiting your potential, and guide you towards discovering your true self. I will meet you in a safe, non-judgmental space where I can gain a better understanding of who you really are and the daily...
*I am not accepting new clients at this time.* If you've been feeling disconnected from yourself, struggling to resolve difficult emotional and/or relational experiences, trying to figure out what steps to take next, or looking to cultivate more kindness and care in how you relate to yourself and others, I may be able to help. I am an emotionally focused, mindfulness oriented, experiential...
My practice is currently full and I am unable to take new clients. I will update this regularly as spots open up. I strive to provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space to explore what may be at the root of your distress. While each of us has a natural capacity to heal, my role is to help you identify and remove the obstacles that stand in the way of your health, coping, growth, and...
Relationships are critical for our survival in life. The quality of our relationships determine the quality of our lives. Such relationships, that are so important and yet at times seem so hard to achieve, include husband-wife, parent-child, teacher-student, and employer-employee or any other significant relationship. Our life journey can become complicated, however, we are much more in control...
It makes perfect sense that you're feeling this way. This is unprecedented. 2020 has been identified as a time of "collective trauma". We are experiencing similar anxiety provoking circumstances: crisis of health, loss of income, uncertainty, isolation, guilt and death. Divorce rates are up. Addiction statistics are sky rocketing. We're in the middle of experiencing trauma and many of us can't...
*Accepting new clients** Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or worried? Do you wake up feeling tired and sluggish? Are you exasperated by the stress of everyday life? Are you having a tough time navigating parenting and marriage? I understand what you're going through, and I can help you. Together, we can come up with a plan that works for you, and that helps you achieve your goals. I believe t...
I help my clients break through the obstacles that seem to be holding them back in life and alleviate suffering. I believe that everyone can find their true potential and live a fulfilled life despite their life circumstances. I help my clients learn and develop skills to manage stressors and overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their life goals. I believe that my clients can...
