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.
"The wound is the place where the light enters you"-Rumi. Sometimes our emotions or our wounds may seem unmanageable, too painful, and overwhelming. Recognizing and searching out help/support can be incredibly difficult, so for anyone who is struggling now, but has taken the first step to look for help I acknowledge how difficult that is. I have experience working with a wide range of clients....
Pregnancy and childbirth can be filled with excitement, but it can also be a time of anxiety, stress, sadness, fear, and panic. Maybe something just doesn't feel quite right. Maybe you feel completely overwhelmed. Perhaps you and your partner just can't seem to get on the same page. Anxiety, depression, irritability, and rage during pregnancy and after childbirth can be alarming, but it is not...
I became a registered psychotherapist after over 35 years as a healthcare professional. I wanted to understand the mind-body reciprocal interactions and the power of the unconscious mind. If mental and/or physical suffering has left you feeling isolated, betrayed, and exhausted you may believe there is no way out. If you feel stuck at every turn, you are in paradox. Being in paradox is an...
I'm a licensed addictions counselor, specializing in individual and family work. I see clients of all ages and backgrounds, and family members in need of help. My treatment approach is rooted in Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and I'm also connected to countless other providers offering different levels of care that may be of use to the people I serve. I've...
Stressful and traumatic events can happen to anyone. We cannot choose their timing or immediate impact on our ability to love, work, parent, or grow. In children, they can cause behavioral, academic, and interpersonal difficulties. Stress can get lodged in our bodies, making it very difficult to “just get over it.” However, even by considering psychotherapy, you are making a very important firs...
*AVAILABLE AGAIN IN-PERSON THERAPY SESSIONS* Every day you feel more and more alone like nobody understands you. You're overwhelmed and exhausted. Endless thoughts of hopelessness, failure, loneliness, and rejection flood your mind as your anxiety continues to rise. You have one good day, but then, that anxious feeling comes back again. All you want is a life without conflict and pain. A life t...
Is your mind filled with self-judgment and criticism about what you see in the mirror? Do you avoid social gatherings and events because of the way you look? Are you postponing goals and passions because you want to "first" get your weight or appearance under control? I am confident there is another way to embrace life without the constant battle, energy, and emotions wasted on what you "shoul...
Are trauma and oppression impacting your daily life? As a victim or survivor, you may feel the weight of daily injustices and historical pain holding you back from a life of joy and ease. I help individuals and couples who are suffering from the disorganizing, invasive effects that trauma and oppression leave us with. It can be scary to reach out to a counselor because you’ve rarely been seen o...
I got into the mental health field because I love to help people improve their quality of life by maintaining their mental health. I focus on clients' children & adults with challenges dealing with ADHD, low self-esteem, emotional regulation, executive function, and other areas. I am also a certified life coach. We can meet at my office. (Updated 10/1/2020) With the current requirements for soc...
I love working with a wide variety of clients, but I truly feel like I am operating in my gifting when I sit with clients who are working through depression, anxiety, or loneliness. Furthermore, my education combined with personal and professional experience has opened the door for me to work with clients who may be trying to leave an abusive relationship or who are trying to discern if they ar...
Life can be incredibly challenging. Many of us face deep rooted struggles or just everyday problems that seem unmanageable. Anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, and relationship issues are just some of the many problems we encounter. If you find that any of these issues describe you it may be time to seek assistance. Counseling can be a truly wonderful experience when presented at the ri...
“Compassion is not a relationship between the healer and the wounded. It’s a relationship between equals. Only when we know our own darkness well can we be present with the darkness of others. Compassion becomes real when we recognize our shared humanity.”-Pema Chodran. Everyone is in search of happiness. We all have a desire to be whole, healthy, and thriving. All of us face different challeng...
NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. As queer- and trans-affirming therapists, we provide support to clients at any stage of their gender and sexuality exploration or transition, including providing gender-confirmation letters. With extensive experience working with LGBTQ+ youth and adults, we also facilitate healing from trauma, internalized shame, social isolation, and anxiety. In therapy...
I believe in meeting my clients where they are, helping them identify where they want to be, and working with them to make a tangible plan to get there. I believe therapy should be a judgment-free, empathetic environment where we build a therapeutic relationship that facilitates even the most painful growth. Through this approach, clients understand that I am genuinely motivated to help them re...
