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.
PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY FULL AND NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. After experiencing a tragedy, trauma, or abuse, you may have intense emotions, nightmares, and disturbing images in your mind. Perhaps you isolate or disconnect, or you keep thinking about what you should’ve done, and question why it happened. Using substances, and having increased depression, anxiety, and anger are all normal responses....
Sometimes we come to a point in life when we need to pause and look at what is going on in our lives. Maybe you're overwhelmed with family conflict, life transitions, stuck in relational problems or you are ready to heal emotional wounds. The answer to a better sense of self, healthy relationships, overall well being and peace is gaining insight to these feelings of confusion, anxiety, anger,...
Our lives have gotten really complicated and busy. Sometimes we are put into situations that we just don't have enough information to handle well. There is no manual for being human. There is no one right way of doing things. Coming to therapy is simply seeking feedback, support, and a different perspective from someone who is educated and trained on human behavior and relationships and who can...
Couples, Older Adults, Adults. Please call to schedule a free phone consultation. Are you feeling sad, anxious, overwhelmed, or have you simply found yourself wanting more from your life? People seek therapy for a variety of reasons, and this seeking is often the first brave step toward living into a sense of greater possibility and deeper relationships! I view therapy first and foremost as a...
Since 2011 I have had the privilege of helping people live their fullest lives, specializing in eating disorder treatment, body image, self-confidence and self-love. I work with individuals using a holistic approach to eating disorder recovery. I additionally work with adolescents and their families using the Family Based Treatment method. I have worked in all levels of mental health care...
"Incredible change happens in your life when you decide to take control over what you do have power over instead of craving control over what you don't" -Steve Maraboli. Change is a process, a transition, often it is a time of uncertainty and self introspection. When we have made a decision change is necessary that is often the catalyst for healing and growth....
The spiritual journey has to be at the heart of our human existence and experience. Why are you here? What is driving you to seek a different approach or answer to concerns or difficulties in your own life? What is your story? Explore the patterns and energies that drive your life. I want to invite you on a journey of self discovery. Find answers to difficult circumstances and challenges in a s...
*****I am NOT currently accepting new clients***** I am a seasoned therapist whom is capable of providing you with a full assessment of your needs, and the development of a treatment plan to address them. The therapeutic relationship is important to help you to achieve your goals and I’m flexible in my style allowing for you to feel comfortable. I use a relational-psychodynamic approach to...
I believe the core self knows what we need in order to heal if we listen. I have experience with teens and adults who struggle with suicidality/self-injury, trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, life-transitions, and spiritual/religious crises. We apply in-depth DBT, and also what comes after DBT. I am trained in Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), DBT Foundations, advanced EMDR, and...
Are you feeling stressed out, sad, overwhelmed or stuck in any area of your life? Experiencing problems in your relationships, with your children, at work or socially? Difficult times require support to get through. I'm here to help! As a multi-lingual (Spanish, German & Romanian) Licensed Psychotherapist and Certified Hypnotherapist, I work with you in counseling from a holistic perspective (o...
I welcome clients of all genders. I respect that gender identity may not be the central issue, but it is helpful to have a therapist that you don't have to explain your identity to work on things such as anxiety and depression. I welcome clients who are working to better understand their gender identity or those seeking gender transition. I can help with a variety of issues related to gender,...
**Please note - during the mandatory Shelter in Place order in Santa Cruz County, I am extending my virtual psychotherapy services and schedule. Video, phone, email and text support available** Welcome! I'm so glad you're here! So...you're thinking about speaking with a therapist, or suggesting therapy to someone you care about. Maybe you're not sure how you should be feeling. Wherever you may ...
Stress can be isolating, but you don't have to handle it alone. We can work together to improve your relationships, emotional life, and career. I offer warm, compassionate therapy and coaching for individuals, couples, and families, specializing in couple communication and young-adult, mid-life, and intergenerational issues. I will help you cope with emotional distress or work demands, offering...
Frequently we hear how many people in today’s society find themselves feeling anxious, depressed, stressed and overwhelmed by life circumstances and/or addiction disorders. My counseling practice provides you a confidential, supportive, and non-judgmental environment to talk about your concerns, problems, and emotional pain. I listen with compassion and together we develop a plan to help you ga...
Is there something holding you back from reaching your goals, and or your potential? Lets discover what it is so you can build on your strengths and reach that potential. Life may have seemed like a real challenge, and if so let me assist you to move to the next level. If emotional, behavioral, or relational problems (family, romantic or other) have you at your wits end then lets find a...
