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 tailored to meet your needs. Do you find yourself having more bad days than good ones? Are there times it feels like one more thing in your world will make you snap? Tired of constantly fighting over money and laundry and who fed the dog last? Tapped out by the demands of social media? Relationship problems? How about lacking general direction in your life and wanting to explore more of...
**To book an appointment or check availability, please go to: encircletherapy.org/book ** Encircle Therapists believe in helping their clients work towards mindful self-acceptance and living authentic, healthy lives. We actively affirm our clients’ sexuality, gender identity, and gender expression while acknowledging the socio-cultural context in which they live. Encircle therapists do not...
Reaching out for help can be difficult. Whether this is your first time seeking help or not, I am happy to work together with you to determine your needs. I enjoy working with individuals who struggle with substance use disorder, codependency, grief & loss, mood disorders, trauma, PTSD, eating disorders and interpersonal relationship issues. I work from a variety of modalities to suit your need...
Has your teenager been struggling with anxiety, depression, a negative past experience or stress related to school? Have you felt overwhelmed, discouraged or frustrated while trying to cope with the demands of raising a teenager? Has it seemed as though you've tried all you can and you still don't have the answers? Do you feel out of options or as though you don't know what to do anymore? I...
Do you want to reach the greatest balance possible in your life & work environments? Do you want your teams to have the same so they are happy, satisfied, and become Champions within your organization? Work/life balance, stress relief, mindfulness, empathy in reaching goals. The changes to consider in taking your organization Internationally. Working with others in general. Working with and in...
I believe that therapy can be an essential tool used to maintain a well-balanced, healthy, and fulfilling life. As a therapist, I find it important to create a safe and friendly environment. I strive to always be in tune with what you need and assist you in exploring whatever difficulty you may be experiencing. Whether you or a loved one is looking for a specific therapeutic approach or simply ...
As an occupational therapist, I help you to do the things in life that you need and want to do (occupations). I specialize in working with empathetic people who may have anxiety, sensory sensitivities, or a history of trauma. In our sessions, we'll process your experience and you'll develop a toolbox of self-regulation and self-care practices specific to You. Imagine: conversation & action. We'...
Life is a journey that can be filled with painful, difficult experiences. These experiences may result in immediate emotional distress or just slowly build in our lives until they feel unmanageable. You do not have to face these experiences alone. I am here to offer support, compassion and hope during these times. I believe each of us has the potential to achieve a rich, meaningful life, even i...
Are you an adult, teen, or child who is feeling anxious/depressed or has experienced trauma? Are you or your family going through changes, just tired, or stuggling to make it? Therapy serves as a safe place, provides an opportunity to learn new skills, and allows us to own our story. Brene Brown, renowned author, states that vulnerability is emotional risk, exposure, and uncertainty and is the...
Hello, I hope you and your loved ones are safe and healthy amidst the COVID-19 crisis. Coronavirus has triggered pervasive anxiety and is transforming how we work, live, consider our health, and engage in social interactions. I specialize in providing culturally-sensitive and empowering online video therapy with the goal of positive change. Therapy is an active platform for growth. I hope to he...
I believe that each individual is uniquely different and thrives with individualized counseling. I believe the best approach to counseling is through open dialogue and exploring what works best for you. Throughout our sessions we will work together to explore unresolved issues from your past, current life stressors and how to move forward to become your best self. Grief is another area that I...
One of our most important relationships is the one we have with ourselves. How we talk to ourselves, treat ourselves, and view ourselves impacts our daily living and the relationships around us. Therapy provides an opportunity to gain awareness of how we relate to ourselves and others. We begin to recognize our relational patterns and understand how these patterns were developed and are...
The first step is the most important. By thinking about working with a therapist, you have taken the first step toward achieving your goals. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker I am here to help your achieve your goals, find balance, and solve problems. I use a variety of treatment methods and therapeutic techniques, customized to your unique needs. I am easiest to reach via email ...
I know, it's tough navigating life. And as life happens, we can experience disturbances in areas of our lives that make maintaining a happy healthy lifestyle extremely difficult. Mental, Emotional, Social, Spiritual and Sexual dysfunctions can leave us feeling unmotivated and not like ourselves. We must remember, however, that we are beautifully dynamic people with layers and multiple aspects o...
I am not currently accepting new clients. I work with a wide variety of people who have unique diagnoses, relational struggles, and personal life challenges. If your particular issue seems out of the range of my abilities, I will help refer you to someone who can help you. I am particularly interested in working with those going through large life transitions- new jobs, life and identity...
