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 specialize in trauma based treatment, working with those struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, parenting issues, marriage & family difficulties, weight issues/struggles, spiritual crisis & questions, women's issues including struggles associated with pregnancy & postpartum, coping with spousal abuse, pornography addiction, etc. I use a treatment called EMDR for my clien...
Wholeness leads to healing. I guide my clients to accept all parts of themselves and find balance in their lives. I entered the field of counseling with a passion for treating trauma (big T and little t trauma). Along the way I gathered some exceptional tools for doing so, including EMDR and a somatic approach to psychotherapy. Not so far removed from trauma, I have also developed a specialty i...
Here are some things to expect when we sit across from each other. I will encourage meaningful and honest conversations about the things in life that are hard for you to explore. Together, we will make a space to be able to give life to the words that are difficult to say out loud and help you grow in ways that feel useful to you. This can be a painful process and most often is worth it. Some...
You are here because even though your life or your relationship may look fine from the outside, everything feels wrong on the inside. You're tired, hopeless and wondering where things went wrong. Some days you don't even want to get out of bed. You look in the mirror and think "I just want to be happy again". You look at your relationship and think "What went wrong? Will we ever be like we were...
Are you feeling down, stressed, worried, or confused? If so, you're not alone. Many people struggle with similar challenges. It helps having someone who can support you through these times. Let me be that person for you! I believe everything we think and feel makes sense in context, even when we cannot make sense of it in the moment. My goal is to help you better understand your story and achie...
We all tend to feel down at times and the negative thoughts that come with these instances send us into a downward spiral. This can contribute to depressed mood, feelings of worthlessness, anxiety, or a lack of motivation. Let me help you reshape the way you think, bring positivity and light back into the way you feel, and create productive goal-achieving behavior. Sometimes tackling life's...
Traverse Health Clinic provides behavioral health services to adults and adolescents ages 12 and up, even if you haven't established primary care with one of our medical providers. Our behavioral health services are provided by licensed therapists who are trained and qualified to help patients experiencing life stressors or mental health issues. Therapists are able to assist individuals in...
With thirty years of therapeutic experience and training I have developed proven tools & excellent ideas for deep personal transformation. My approach to healing is based upon sound training, professional expertise and personal growth. It's my belief that a therapist must do her own personal work first in order to be an effective partner in healing for her clients. My professional comments and...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I work with individuals, couples and families. My specialties include working with children who have ADHD and explosive behaviors, teens and adults who have symptoms of anxiety and depression, and adults facing life transitions including empty nesters and career and marriage transitions. My clients have found my support helpful in gaining insight into ...
What makes us seek therapy? Perhaps we are having a difficult time achieving personal or professional goals. Maybe the way we used to do things is no longer satisfying. Whatever brings you into therapy, through the foundation of a therapeutic relationship, you can be supported and encouraged to explore the direction and meaning of your life. It can empower you to gain new perspectives, acquire...
I like to think my role as a therapist is to provide the space for you to explore and nurture your own inner wisdom and resilience. Let's be honest, being a human is really hard sometimes. We all need reminders that we are good enough, worthy enough, and capable of finding peace and meaning in our lives. I use various therapeutic modalities, regular supervision, authenticity, and always humor t...
As a marriage and family therapist I specialize in work with individuals and couples who find themselves wrestling with their own brokenness. I am passionate about building healthy connections with my clients and using that platform of trust to help facilitate self-compassion, shame resilience, and healing. I offer a non-judgmental, strength based perspective, in which I work together in a team...
Healing happens in relationships. I value compassion, empathy and trust. My virtual office is a safe and nonjudgmental space to begin this journey. My goal is to empower you as you walk through the difficult times in your life. You can change your life. During this difficult time of shared crisis I am grateful to be in private practice. I see individuals, couples, and families, children, teens,...
Being a parent is hard. I understand the unique challenges that we face as we adapt to our new roles. I specialize in perinatal and women's issues, utilizing a Holistic/Integrative approach to counseling. I provide empathetic care for clients, based on their individual needs. You will feel safe in an environment that will foster exploration and growth. Helping others to live a happy and healthy...
I have had the honor of working with families, couples, adolescents, children, and individual adults over the past nine years. I offer support for couples and families seeking to reduce conflict and to increase relational intimacy through improved trust and communication, as well as helping parents build positive parenting/co-parenting skills. My work also includes assisting individuals who are...
