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.
Therapy is most effective when it is customized to meet the needs of the individual and incorporates flexibility, authenticity, and a touch of humor. This occurs within a therapeutic relationship where there is trust, openness, and warmth. I believe in the inherent resilience of people and view therapy as an opportunity to build on the strengths we naturally posses. My therapeutic style is...
A One-of-a-Kind Organization AANE (Asperger/Autism Network), one of the first Asperger-focused organizations in the United States, was founded in 1996 by a small group of concerned parents and professionals, shortly after the diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome (AS) first appeared in the U.S. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, edition IV (DSM-IV). AANE builds a supportive community by providing...
**Currently Full** Experiencing trauma/painful events at any age may cause us to feel overwhelmed, unsure, self-critical, anxious, or hopeless. These feelings can then create difficulties in managing our behaviors, our thoughts, and our relationships. I know many of us have tried for years to figure things out on our own and that seeking counseling takes great courage. I respect and honor the...
**Accepting New Clients** Research shows that the number one key factor to living a long life is directly related to one’s feeling of connectedness with others. Yet, a quarter us feel as though we have no one to talk to. It’s biologically imperative to know that we belong, matter and feel seen and heard. Therapy helps people (sometimes for their first time ever) to feel understood and have thei...
If you’re scrolling to find a therapist—and feel shame and disappointment in yourself—don’t! Mental health should be treated like a doctors visit when sick. My therapeutic approach is providing a safe, supportive, and judgement-free environment in order to create an atmosphere for individual exploration, growth, & change. I focus on treating the whole person. I believe that by learning how to...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been practicing in the mental health field for 5 years. I provide individual therapy to adolescents and adults and will work closely with you to achieve your therapeutic goals. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, trauma, OCD, grief, and stressor...
Do you have difficult relationships? Do you put everyone's needs before your own? Do you wonder why do don't get as good as you give? Do you suffer from overwhelm? Do you experience a lack of motivation? Do you ruminate over the little things? Do you have trouble sleeping because you can't stop your thoughts? Do you feel frequently tired? If you have answered "yes" to any or all of these...
Starting therapy can be intimidating but you are not alone. I aim to create an environment that allows for my clients to feel safe and supported in their efforts to better themselves. I believe that self-compassion is of utmost importance and I aim to help my clients recognize their strengths as well as identify their personal struggles and pains. I believe that the most growth occurs when we...
Do you find yourself wondering why you can't seem to get a grip on this "new normal"? Perhaps you were struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or substance abuse before the world turned upside down, and now you're just trying to hold on. Plus, our relationships are both more strained and more important than ever, but it's hard to turn to them when they are struggling too. This pandemic and...
Our practice can help with various mental health issues, emotional challenges, and psychiatric disorders. We aim to enable clients to understand their feelings. What makes you feel positive? Anxious? Or depressed? The reality is that the truth can at times, be painful. However; if you decide to engage in psychotherapy, you will ultimately find more personal happiness and healthier relationship...
Karen is a seasoned Licensed Professional Counselor who places value on the individual, their life experience, and their perspective. Having gained a range of expertise within different cultural settings, Karen has acquired the skills to address trauma, loss, changes within the family and the insidious nature of verbal/emotional abuse that often go unrecognized. Karen identifies areas of streng...
I have a passion for working with others to improve their quality of life. I have spent over twenty years working with children of all ages, adolescents and adults, whom have had emotional, behavioral, medical and learning challenges. I have experience providing family and marital counseling. My experience also includes working with individuals whom have dual diagnosis using different forms of...
I am a clinical psychologist with expertise in providing psychotherapy to children, teens, young adults, and parents. I have experience treating anxiety, phobias, selective mutism, OCD, school refusal, depression, ADHD, parent-child conflict, adjustment issues and behavioral issues. I utilize a primarily cognitive behavioral approach to therapy and integrate family systems and mindfulness-based...
Repeated thoughts of what happened keeps you victimized and disempowered for years. My solution-focused and humanistic approach fosters creativity, growth, self-discipline and free will to help you to develop a stronger sense of self and create meaning in life in the face of personal, interpersonal, professional, financial and emotional difficulties. We'll identify and develop your strengths,...
Welcome! Are you struggling with your food, weight or body image? Are your relationships strained? I believe that transformation is possible. Even the toughest problems can be improved as we explore challenges in the context of a safe, therapeutic relationship. I believe that in order to make and sustain meaningful changes, we need a non-judgmental environment where one feels understood. My goa...
