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.
The world renowned teacher, Pema Chodron, once said that "compassion is not a relationship between the healer and the wounded. It is a relationship between equals". This quote speaks to the heart of my clinical practice. I view therapy as a journey that we take together, one step at a time. We will travel together on this path and find ways to support a life of health and wellbeing that are...
Whether you are experiencing a challenging time in your life or are seeking further self-exploration, therapy can be a positive and empowering choice. As a counselor, I feel honored to walk beside my clients on their journey towards healing and self-growth. I believe we all have intrinsic resources and strengths, but are at times unable to tap into them. My goal as a therapist is to gently...
Do you struggle with your thoughts on a daily bases? Do you struggle with getting up some mornings? Is your life not what you wanted it to be? Then you have come to the right place. I work with a wide range of clients but specialize helping those with OCD and anxiety in their life. I am also certified in helping couples work through their communication and relationship struggles. I have helped...
Limited availability at this time. Currently offering Telehealth if you live in CA. Reaching out for help can be very difficult, but it is my job to make sure you are in a safe and non-judgemental environment to explore and identify how your relationships are impacting your thoughts and feelings and collaborate with you on goals you would like to reach. I have 9 years of experience working with...
Are you in emotional pain? Stressed, stuck in worry, exhaustion, or anger? Are you repeating the same type of relationship, pattern, or life situation, wishing you could change something or break the cycle? Or maybe, you've noticed that little things have become much more frustrating or stressful than usual. Sometimes, we aren't sure what is causing our distress, but we can sense that we're not...
Do you find yourself struggling with issues such as depression, anxiety, fear, anger, or insecurity? I aspire to bring joy and peace back to the wonderful people I get to work with on a daily basis. I loved working in the school setting as an elementary school teacher as well as a K-12 guidance counselor, and now bring this experience to my private practice. I especially enjoy working with...
Life can be filled with transitions and challenges. It takes courage to reach out and ask for professional guidance. If you are here, you've taken the first step:) Therapy is a collaboration. We will work together to identify and address your personal goals. This may include identifying ways to move forward in your life, increasing stress tolerance and enhancing relationships. I bring forth 10...
Are recurrent thoughts, beliefs and feelings about past, present or future events preventing you from being at ease with yourself and from connecting with others? I can support you in uncovering what is blocking you and in discovering what works for you to be more present, feel more joyful and connected My clients share that through our work together they feel less anxious and depressed. Call m...
Asking for help can be scary. But, sometimes, taking the right risks can lead to rewarding outcomes. People come to therapy for a number of reasons. If you are struggling with relationship issues, self esteem, anxiety, depression, a difficult transition, or unresolved trauma, I can help. Over the past 7 years, I have assisted teens and adults as they’ve worked to problem-solve, repair...
Counseling is a powerful step in our journeys which can help us transition and grow positively within our lives. I have experiences working with people in all stages and transitions within life. I enjoy working with both youth and adults, assisting them through barriers, difficulties, or transitions they are facing. I have extensive training in grief and trauma, depression and anxiety, obsessiv...
Have you spent time trying to claw your way out of the deep, dark cave of depression? Unhappiness feels scary, unfair and even shameful. I am here to help you identify patterns and behaviors that you can change to realize true happiness and make the most of yourself. You will learn to recognize and accept your emotions as separate from who you are. We will identify current and past relationship...
My favorite quote says “an arrow cannot be shot forward until it is pulled back”. It teaches us that perspective is so powerful, it may cause you to focus on the setback rather than what you’re being set up for. No matter how big or small your problem is, there is a way to get through it. Through my journey as a therapist I have worked in many settings with clients of all ages and all sorts of...
WE are a Group Private Practice focused on mental health and substance use COACHING and COUNSELING support for ADULTS and adolescents. Our PROVIDERS have extensive experience and are independently LICENSED to practice. Our goal is to offer education and guidance to INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, FAMILIES and GROUPS dealing with a variety issues that affect their MENTAL HEALTH, BALANCE, and WELL-BEING. W...
Anxiety and depression are the most common mental health issues but are also highly treatable. Many individuals I work with also have issues with sleep, self-esteem, stress and isolation. When left untreated, the symptoms can become debilitating. Your relationships at home, work and with friends are impacted and life can seem impossible. Reaching out for help may be difficult, but it is NOT a...
Do you feel stuck out on your own private island? Everyone feels lonely occasionally and some people enjoy solitude, but loneliness is the feeling of one’s social needs not being met. Feeling emotionally cutoff and isolated from society can lead to depression, low self esteem and social anxiety. Even technology, a 24/7 presence in our lives now more than ever can create social barriers between...
