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 a licensed social worker, also trained as a school psychologist, with experience in a variety of settings. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults with a range of issues in school systems, private practice, correctional facilities, non-profits, the foster care system, group homes, etc. These varying settings have provided me with extensive experience in working with trauma, moo...
My favorite moments are those when my client gains a new level of healing, hope, or understanding. Those tender moments of vulnerability as we explore feelings of shame, anger, guilt, fear... and finally experiencing the healing that occurs when we share and honor our stories. It is truly a beautiful process and one that I am honored to join you in. I absolutely love the process of healing. I h...
I admire your courage in taking the first step in your personal healing journey. I understand that making the initial call, and attending the first therapy session, can be a frightening prospect. My primary objective is that you leave your first session feeling understood, accepted and validated. Specialties include: anxiety, depression, postpartum, bipolar, borderline, OCD, self-esteem,...
Are you looking to relieve stress and anxiety while strengthening relationships during this time of uncertainty with the corona virus? I am here to help individuals, couples, children and families tune into their own healing capacities, increase coping strategies, or just provide you with a space to talk about and release some of the buildup of worry. People often say reaching out for the 1st...
Are you feeling stuck in your relationship & unsure of what to do? Have you been hurt by infidelity, or feel like you and your partner are growing apart? Are you feeling overwhelmed, alone, lost or broken? Are worries constantly running through your head & you just can’t “turn it off”? Life is full of difficult transitions. Relationships end, children leave the nest, jobs are lost, important...
For a decade, I have worked with children who have intensive behavioral issues, come from high-conflict families, and youth who have experienced extreme childhood trauma. I earned my Masters of Social Work Degree and Certification in Play Therapy from the University of South Florida. I have also worked in outpatient, in-home, residential, and medical settings. I am strong advocate for...
You deserve freedom from the complexities of your emotional experiences and you no longer have to feel resigned, defeated, and stuck. Whether you are a parent of a teenager who you just can’t seem to understand or connect with, a teenager or a young adult that is grappling with purpose, healthy coping, and meeting life on life’s terms - you don’t have to go through these struggles alone. As you...
You know that your life is not all that it could be. You may feel stuck or confused about what to do. It is hard to recognize that you want change in your life and to ask for help. But you realize that the discomfort and anxiety you are experiencing outweighs the fear of change. There can be many conflicting aspects of your life that may cause stress and unhappiness (career/work, bosses, family...
What if you could be free of anxiety, depression and stress during this Covid19 time of extreme change? On line therapy sessions can assist you with your life. We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), communication skills improvement and talk therapy. We will practice exercises to use in your daily life. I can assist you with issues of anxiety, depression, relationships, grief, loss, self dou...
My goal is to help marriages, families, teens, young adults, men, women, children, those with chronic illness, to help you through grief, sort through the journey, and walk the tribulation of pain with you. While I may not know what your story reads, or your what journey has been, I want to navigate that precious path gently with you, helping you to sort through the rubble, and trauma of...
I have 30+ years experience as a teacher, researcher and substance abuse professional. I have been on faculty at the University of Pittsburgh, Case Western Reserve University and the Cleveland Clinic. Currently, I train and supervise psychotherapists. My clients come from all walks of life and have indicated what they most like is my client-centered focused approach to treatment offering the be...
Do you want to be the best version of yourself? Are you looking to feel empowered in order to successfully overcome mood issues, work problems, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, etc.? I believe in the power of positivity and can provide supportive/ evidence-based treatment to help improve one's life. I strive to help each client reach their goals in a strength-based manner. Additional...
Brittany utilizes an integrative and holistic approach to therapy and wellness. She has an immense passion for working with adult individuals and couples to address relationship and marriage challenges, premarital support, postpartum challenges, anxiety, depression, gender identity related challenges, body image and eating disorders. She utilizes a collaborative therapeutic framework that...
Unfortunately, I am not accepting new clients at this time. Feeling stuck, unfulfilled, and overwhelmed can be very debilitating, isolating and feel permanent. These challenges can come up in relationships (love, family) and in your profession. You may have tried just about everything you can think of to address your concerns but still don't know how to move forward and resolve things. I can he...
I believe that therapy should encompass the whole person: body, mind, spirit and emotions. Our human complexities make us vulnerable to imbalances, which may arise when one of our interconnected parts is affected. In other words, when one area of our lives is not working properly, our overall health may suffer. The agreed-on interventions will enhance your capacities, bring you increased qualit...
