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 am trained to work with adolescents and adults with a variety of mental health needs, including anxiety, depression, career and vocational issues, substance abuse, family/marital concerns, Alzheimer's disease, bereavement, anger, and other mood disorders. I utilize various treatment modalities, including cognitive behavior therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and...
If you are motivated to improve your life or relationships, and will participate fully in the counseling process, then we will work very well together. Whether you struggle with anxiety, parenting challenges, life transitions, self-esteem, or maintaining good relationships, I will listen and give you feedback to guide your thinking and responses. We will set goals that are measurable and...
Ever feel like there is more to this life than the one you've been living? As someone who has felt the gravity and darkness of untapped potential I know what's it's like to be living a life we don't love. The clues are within the depression and/or anxiety - these are our body's brilliantly sane ways of saying "pay attention!" Anyone can have a life that is full of passion, richness, purpose, an...
Therapy is akin to walking on sacred ground. I am passionate about helping clients achieve the kind of loving connection that they long for. I am especially enthusiastic about helping couples create intimately connected marriages...even "Sextraordinary Marriages!" I provide a safe, friendly, open, optimistic counseling environment for us to explore what is needed to help you have the best...
I offer compassion, understanding, and therapeutic guidance through life’s challenges. Throughout life we do the best we can to try to feel better. Unfortunately, some attempts to cope, make meaning, or numb pain often lead to confusion, disappointment, and disconnection even with the best of intentions. I offer guidance how to make sense of emotions and behaviors so that you can begin to manag...
Whether dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, trouble in relationships, or difficult transitions or changes, you and I will work together to discover ways to create space in your life to allow for healing, acceptance, psychological flexibility, and growth. My goal is to create a safe place for you to explore the difficult parts of your mind and foster self-compassion and self-acceptance....
I love my work. It is such a joy to assist folks in discovering more of who they are, to uncover more of their authentic self. This is what occurs as issues brought to therapy are processed. I enjoy working with adults of all ages although as I age, I have found a special niche for seniors. I have a background in addressing depression, anxiety, stress, life transition and grief as well as femin...
The events of 2020 have rocked your world and left you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and sad. Maybe your job or financial situation are suffering, or your relationships are coming off the rails. Maybe it looks like things are just fine on the outside, but on the inside, you feel like you’re losing your mind. If you’re lucky enough to have stable employment and a comfortable home life, you may b...
I've provided and supervised counseling services for over 30 years in a variety of settings with all age groups. My experience and training has convinced me of several things i.e., relationships define our sense of self; we look to our relationships for comfort and safety; when we are validated we function better and these important relationships support our continued growth and well-being. I...
We all have stuff. That "stuff" gets us stuck in different places in our lives and makes it so we can't get to where we want to go. In our sessions, we will keep the work centered on you and your needs. Your journey and work are personal and initially, may be difficult to discuss. We will work together to give you that voice you need to get unstuck and move forward. My goal is for you to feel s...
I have seen that much of the pain in my clients stems from the emotional or physical stress that is too much for the nervous system. Every person’s experience of events can be different; therefore, the same event/emotion/stress has unique impacts on the person. I approach my work with clients in a very individual way, listening to who they are by clearly understanding both their intellectual an...
There are many good reasons to start therapy. Maybe you are feeling stuck in life. Maybe chronic anxiety or depression is taking away your ability to be happy. Maybe you want to improve the relationships in your life. Maybe you want to increase your self-awareness and maximize your potential. Maybe you need healing from a traumatic event. It can be intimidating to start the process, and it can...
***I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME***I am a marriage and family therapist that believes therapy is something that happens with you, not to you. My style is one that is collaborative, transparent, interactive, patient, compassionate, insight oriented, emotionally focused and strength-based. I have experience working with all ages, including families with children as young as 5 and th...
If you are dealing with sexually compulsive behaviors and are holding secrets from those you love, you are likely feeling fear, shame and confusion on how to begin healing. Taking the first step forward in creating a healthier, authentic life takes courage and you don't have to do this alone. As a therapist with extensive experience in sexual addiction, I work side-by-side with individuals in...
Are you and I a "good fit"? Hi! My name is Bonnie Brown. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over twenty years' experience. It is my belief that for any therapeutic relationship to be successful, the personalities of both the client and the therapist must be a good fit. While it takes time for any relationship to gel or come together with mutual respect and trust, you can usually tell...
