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.
Couples Therapy is a true specialty. Whether you are on the brink of a break-up or seeking a deeper connection with your partner, I can help. We all grapple with the universal dilemma inherent in our need for connection versus our yearning for freedom to be ourselves. I can help you explore the imbalances that lead to disconnection, dissatisfaction and ultimately the deadening of a relationship...
Welcome. The journey of self-discovery through psychotherapy is a collaborative endeavor built on a trusting relationship between client and therapist. Struggling with trauma and anxiety makes life seem overwhelming and change difficult. I believe that everyone has inherent knowledge to decipher their inner life and I support my clients in connecting with and trusting their wisdom. I've been...
Life can be challenging. Stress, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and identity issues can impact your functioning and ability to move forward in your life. During these times, it is important to feel empowered and confident to tackle the challenges you face and prepare for the victories ahead. Through self-exploration and an understanding of your needs in therapy, ...
Are you experiencing anxiety? Hopelessness? Irritability? Emptiness? Disconnection? Feelings of worthlessness? Difficulty in relationships? Feel like giving up? Have you been through traumatic situations? Please do not suffer alone any longer. I can help. I use a variety of Biblical and scientifically proven strategies to help clients restore peace, joy, renewed relationships and connection to ...
I am a clinical psychologist with a private practice in San Carlos, CA, but am only conducting video visits for the foreseeable future. I welcome people of all cultural/racial backgrounds, religions/spiritualities, sexual orientations, and gender identities to my practice. I bring an open, nonjudgmental approach to therapy as it is essential for me to develop an authentic, trustworthy relations...
Life can be complicated. These complications know no economic, age, sex, religious, or racial boundary. As a practitioner working with individuals to empower them is my passion and privilege. If you are currently working to navigate through a difficult time we can work together to set goals, realize and regain your strengths to develop a long-term plan for success. There are times when everyone...
Are you finding parenting an overwhelming challenge? Are you constantly fighting to get your child to listen or follow directions? Does your child respond with meltdowns or anger outbursts when they do not get their way? Do you feel lost because you don't know how to help your child succeed? YOU ARE NOT ALONE! You can improve these everyday challenges and struggles by getting your child the hel...
( English | español ) There's a quality of presence within us all that can be deeply healing and empowering. Through this presence, we can connect with our unique sense of authenticity, creativity, and self-awareness while stepping into our everyday challenges. Connecting with authentic presence is empowering and opens space for problem-solving while strengthening our own self-confidence and o...
Hello there! My name is Amanda and I work as a private practice counselor in lovely Grants Pass Oregon! I work with a wide array of individuals from many different backgrounds, for many different reasons. I have completed training to work with clients in many different areas, such as Crisis and Trauma, Military Veterans, Active Service Members, and their Families, as well as Couples and Marriag...
I value authenticity and strive to provide a therapeutic environment where clients can feel safe to be honest while simultaneously challenged to grow. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and family structural therapy techniques to address anxiety, depression, and relational conflicts, etc. The Center provides best practice clinical care while additionally offering a...
I have been married for 12 years and have three adult stepchildren, a granddaughter, and a son-in-law. (Our family also includes three fur babies, a cat and two granddogs.) The spirit of family is something that has grown and valued over the years. We have found beauty in a family unit that now includes an extended family of exes and in-laws to celebrate holidays and special events. My life...
If you are feeling dissatisfied in your relationships or if you are feeling stuck adjusting to changes, we will work together to find hope in your life and growth towards your goals. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide a safe and respectful space for you to freely share your thoughts and feelings. I seek to be trauma-informed and culturally responsive and welcome couples,...
Compassion and integrity are at the core of my practice. I honor the unique path of everyone I work with. My focus is to create a comfortable and safe space. I am a therapist specializing in grief and bereavement. I have 18 years' experience working with individuals and their caregivers living with serious illness. . A recognized leader for more than 17 years in the field of oncology. I...
Life can be brutal, can't it?! Can you remember that time in life when you were happy, like top of the world scream it from the rooftops happy? In that moment, everything was right in your world and then well, life happened. Now you look back and have so many questions...What happened? Let me tell you, you are not alone! We've all been there in some season of life. But who says this can't make ...
I hold a relational lens in my practice, focused on one's relationship with others, and relationship with one's true self. Learning to shift from surviving to "living", can set you on a rewarding journey of healing. I hold a strong cultural lens in my practice, viewing behaviors and trauma through the foundation of culture. Cultural identities impact how we all walk through the world, and how w...
