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.
You’ve been trying your best in relationships but are still struggling with the pain of feeling alone or not finding lasting joy and connection. I get it. Or, you find yourself stuck, not able to approach life with forward-moving energy or clear direction. Trauma, tough family dynamics, and life’s hard knocks can make life overwhelming and keep you from having a solid sense of who you are or wh...
It takes a great deal of courage to ask for help! Most of us seek counseling because we feel caught in a rut, unsatisfied with the way our lives are going, yearn for more meaning and purpose, or feel unappreciated. I believe we have the power to create a fuller, more satisfying life by changing our self-talk messages, becoming more altruistic, and being mindful of all the blessings around us....
I am client-centered & appreciate a holistic view of each client (body, mind, spirit). My focus is traditional "talk therapy" with a strengths perspective that allows for clients' insight, and I use wisdom garnered from training in Native American spirituality, a study and practice of yoga, and Christianity. Some of my specialties are: depression, grief & loss, anxiety, self-esteem, relationshi...
My approach to therapy is compassionate and respectful. In addition to gaining greater understanding of your self, therapy is an opportunity to learn specific skills and techniques for meeting your goals and feeling better. I value therapy as a time to face difficulties and break free from unsatisfying ways of feeling, thinking, or being in relationships with others. As a clinical psychologist,...
Are you facing a crisis in your marriage, seeking connection with your partner, or struggling alone with anxiety or depression? For 20 years I've helped couples build trust and intimacy, enhance their communication, resolve conflicts, and rebuild after affairs. I've also helped individuals whose fear and uncertainty have kept them from moving forward and enjoying long-term satisfying...
I believe therapy is based on the relationship between the therapist and the client where the client is the expert on their own life. My goal is to provide a collaborative, non-judgmental space where clients can work to discover areas of their lives where they would like to change, grow, and gently uncover their true selves. Often, things arise in the therapeutic environment that are also...
It can be so hard to deal with a difficult season in life. Sometimes reaching out for help is the hardest step to take. I am sensitive to where you are at and what you are going through. You do not have to go through this season alone. Not only is counseling my career; it is also my passion and my calling. I support individuals and couples in order to help carry the burden and to help you help...
My practice supports authentic living. I hope to join with persons and offer my understanding of where they are. Such genuine contact encourages awareness of possibilities that otherwise remain just out of reach. Relationship is central; foundations of healthy relationships include trust, respect, honesty and risk-taking. Persons I sit with commonly say I am supportive and challenging,...
From struggling to THRIVING. Become more fully "yourself." Enjoy relationship satisfaction. Strengthen connection to something bigger that is meaningful. Get relief from depression and anxiety (really!). Improve effectiveness at work. Feel more at home in your body, content. Mindful and present. LAUGH. Choosing a therapist that is both really good AND a great fit is important. There is a...
I look forward to helping my clients develop the skills and perspective necessary for establishing a lifestyle free of mood-altering chemicals. I also enjoy working with family members as they are also effected by the devastating consequences of active addictive disease and are puzzled as to how to support someone in recovery. A life of quality relationships and freedom from addiction is possib...
I know life can be very difficult sometimes and even the most functional or "successful" people may benefit from therapy. I am a seasoned psychologist who understands and can help with the difficulties we can all face, such as mood and anxiety struggles, sense of self or self-esteem issues, relationship concerns, school, job, and career challenges, trauma and grief issues, and/or the existentia...
I have been working in behavioral health for over 25 years. Exposure to multiple settings, diagnoses and treatment modalities has afforded me the benefit of gathering an eclectic and holistic approach to psychotherapy. My goal is to provide each client with an unique and collaborative treatment plan in order to respect the complexity and character of each individual. I am an honest and empathic...
I believe in individualized healing: that no two people are the same or have the same story. We will decide together what works best for you to improve your quality of life and overall health & wellness. I believe self-image, self-worth, and personal well-being come from the stories we tell ourselves and the identities we apply to ourselves. Addressing issues such as depression, anxiety &...
Do you struggle with relationships, anxiety, codependency or other issues that limit your achieving the most out of life? With 30 years of experience as a trained modern psychoanalyst, I've worked with a variety of individuals and couples to help them successfully achieve their desired goals. Since everyone is different, I approach each individual and each session with the desire to help you fi...
