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.
My commitment is to facilitate your growth and healing in a supportive and collaborative relationship designed to meet your unique needs. As a seasoned therapist I listen and seek to understand your world using technical skills as well as the wisdom and intuitive knowing that I bring from over four decades of experience in private practice and agency settings. I have a passion for my work and I...
Are you struggling with "failed" attempts to reduce, control or stop your drinking, drug use or compulsive habit or addiction? Are you trying to help a loved one who is struggling? Managing the COVID-19 stresses & fears while staying in alone, with family or friends is hard enough. Doing so with a substance problem or behavior addiction is even harder. I am trained in Harm Reduction Therapy & c...
I appreciate an individual's unique characteristics, and tailor my approach in therapy to each client's needs. My professional development has focused on helping adolescents/teenagers (ages 8 to 19) dealing with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, relationship issues, adjustment disorders, stress and self-esteem. I have specialized training to address trauma and abuse. Therapy is a...
Is there something about yourself that if that one thing were better, your life would work better? I can help you change that one thing. Through the use of affirmations, you are able to change your thinking and effect change in your life. Weight management, smoking cessation, test preparation, sports performance, anxiety and stress reduction are a few of the areas that I can help you with. I ex...
There's nothing more painful than struggling in your relationship. If you're having communication problems, trouble with sex or issues around money, get some support. You don't have to do it alone. If you're in an LGBTQ+ relationship and you're ready to make some changes, either individually or through couples work, you've come to the right place. I provide a non-judgmental, structured approach...
- Offering Telehealth Services during COVID-19 Pandemic - Everyone has a story, and each story is different and deserves to be told. Our stories at times can be filled with unexpected and sometimes overwhelming challenges that affect each of us in different ways. Through my own personal and professional story, I have discovered that building a supportive relationship through therapy creates a s...
The first step is always the hardest and you have already taken the most difficult step. It is not easy to come to terms with the idea of needing support through this phase in your life. It's even harder to face the idea that you will need to open up to a stranger and trust them with parts of yourself that you prefer to keep private. First off I want to commend you on taking the first step and...
I work with adult individuals of all ages and life stages, especially those who want to deepen their self-understanding and growth. I enjoy helping people work through a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, low self esteem, eating and substance misuse. I particularly like helping people to improve romantic and work relationships. Open communication and trust are essential in creati...
The health of you and your family are of the utmost importance. It takes courage to seek support during a time of stress and I meet this courage with my expertise, presence, and respect for your unique life experience. Utilizing my integrative approach to therapy, while working together to develop a therapeutic relationship, allows for the opportunity to work through current challenges, heal pa...
We all deserve to feel aligned, safe and nurtured. Cultivating compassionate self awareness and acceptance, are at the core of healing, change and growth. When we feel healthy and fulfilled we are more likely to live with meaning. I utilize an integrative lens, centered in mindfulness, and somatic orientations to promote increased consciousness of thoughts, values, needs, and behavior patterns....
Are you struggling with relationships? Is stress overwhelming you at school or work? Do you feel unsatisfied and vulnerable? We all experience life differently. Through a strength based approach I can assist you in exploring ways to find meaning by interacting with the world. With my training and experience as a licensed clinical social worker, I offer a safe environment to explore and develop...
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS TODAY** Welcome! There comes a time in everyone's life when talking to someone is a healthy step in bringing peace and balance to ones life. If you are reading this, you are one step closer to deciding if talking to a therapist is right for you at this time in your life. My goal is to help you feel comfortable and safe in the therapeutic process. To help build trust, tha...
"When You Stumble in Life, Make it Part of Your Dance" I am a Licensed Professional Counselor; I specialize in alcohol and drug addiction. I believe that recovery is a journey for each individual to explore, and requires a trusting and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship. That each individual is the expert on self and will lead themselves to true happiness and freedom through their personal...
Empowerment is key in therapy. I have more than 25 years' experience in the field, and am ready to heal the psychological issues in your life. Call me. Let me guide you as far as you are motivated to heal. I have strategies to help you work through whatever is keeping you away from wellness and joy. My expertise is in women's issues, LGBT, trauma, substance abuse, crisis counseling, and all...
I work with adults and teens who are ready for change. I interview potential clients before joining with to ensure we are a good fit and they are ready to implement change. I work collaboratively with my clients electing positive change. Most important is for me to build a trusting therapeutic relationship, followed by teaching applicable interventions like cognitive behavioral strategies,...
