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 am a limited licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, grief/loss, anger management and family conflicts. I strive to create a therapy environment that is supportive and validating while encouraging my clients to make needed changes and move toward their personal goals. I utilize cognitive behavioral and psycho-dynamic...
I provide a safe space where you and I can explore the emotions and experiences that characterize your struggles, triumphs, and everything in between. Together we discover the factors contributing to difficulties, and those strengths that may be waiting to be acknowledged--all in the service of creating more freedom and opportunity. I specialize in working with mothers and their babies, from...
“The dark does not destroy the light; it defines it. It's our fear of the dark that casts our joy into the shadows.” (Brene Brown, The Gifts of Imperfection) I believe that every person experiences a wide spectrum of darkness and light – and all things in between – and that relationships carry the power of health and healing. My goal in the therapeutic relationship is to optimize a client’s...
"I have GOT to get my shit together." If this feels like the refrain of your 20-30something life, I can help. I specialize in the struggles with angst, anxiety, ADHD or adulting that keep you from building the life that you want. Your 20's and 30's are the defining decades of a lifetime - the time to invest in therapy is NOW. If you are tired of feeling stuck, I can help you shift from insight ...
"The pain you feel today is the strength you feel tomorrow. For every challenge encountered there is opportunity for growth." - Unknown. Asking for help can be difficult but is also courageous. Life can bring us many stressors and I am here to provide you with support and guidance. I am a fully licensed social worker with 30 years of experience. I specialize in working with depression, trauma,...
Are you feeling lost? Stressed, anxious, exhausted, or overwhelmed? Are you or your loved ones repeating behaviors, relationships, or situations, and wishing you could break the cycle? Maybe little things feel more frustrating or overwhelming than usual. Sometimes, we aren't sure what causes our distress, but we can sense we're not reaching our potential for health, happiness, or success. And e...
Beginning therapy is a first step towards achieving wellness and greater satisfaction in life. I provide a warm, supportive environment in which my clients can begin this important journey toward personal growth and enhanced quality of life. I bring enthusiasm and a sense of humor to the therapeutic environment. Treatment is driven by individual need and I am committed to using a variety of...
I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and should have access to quality mental health services. I use an integrated approach to coaching and therapy, utilizing a variety of orientations, based on the client's specific needs. I help clients (including high profile clients) identify and remove barriers to manage life stressors and address depression, anxiety, anger, unresolved...
Treating: Abandonment, Loss/Grief, Survivors of Suicide Loss, Homophobia, Racism, Anti Semitism, Sexism,Compulsions, Fetishes, Fantasies, Shame, Obsessions, Sexuality, Substance MisUse, Intimacy, Hopelessness, Mens’ oppression, & Loneliness. I facilitate the processing of feelings. One feeling, crying/sadness, is a natural, healing response to a hurt. Often, our early care givers were...
I believe in the power of therapy and mindfulness meditation. I've been witness to the growth and flourishing of so many people, as they discover and release themselves from age-old blockages and fear. I know the power of releasing the 'inner critic' and the value of discovering 'wise mind.' My psychotherapy home office is a refuge, where you will have the space to look within, and free yoursel...
Do you feel stigmatized or stuck by a diagnosis, label, old beliefs, or behavior patterns? I am a dissociative identity specialist. I work with clients who have seen other therapists, been in recovery, and are looking for fresh tools for living. I also provide consulting for high profile, entertainment industry, and community leaders, concerned with confidentiality. You can learn to understand ...
"You either walk inside your story and own it, or you stand outside your story and hustle for your worthiness," Brene Brown. Sometimes we cannot stop the world from crashing down on us. Life can be a difficult place. We can all use a little help sometimes. Using supportive reflection and a strengths-based perspective, I approach each situation with empathy. I work in collaboration with the clie...
In this time of high stress, instability and fear we need to be able to speak freely in a safe space. Most recently that space is thru telemental health. Your challenges, needs and goals lead our discussions as I strive to create a supportive and validating session that allows you to be open. I offer individual and couples counseling in a way that scaffolds your journey. You have such amazing...
Sex Addiction, Love Addiction, Partner Betrayal, Trauma & Sex Therapy...these are my specialties and some of my favorite issues to work with. If you feel stuck, confused, or hurt you don't have to keep suffering. My job is to support you and help you understand yourself so you can make the changes you need to have the life you want. I can help you heal from shame, pain, or guilt of addiction,...
Hello! I am a seasoned therapist bringing a warm, compassionate and embodied intelligence to our work. I value a collaborative approach, actualizing your strengths to support your vulnerabilites. Whether dealing with grief or the effects of unresolved childhood issues, in touch with a vague sense of dissatisfaction or wish to feel more love, joy and ease, I will meet you with presence to suppor...
