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.
Welcome! I am accepting new clients! I'm looking forward to embarking with you on your journey to live the authentic life you truly want for yourself. I believe that the connection between therapist & client is the most powerful tool for change & healing. I work with kids, teens, adults, couples, families & groups with a wide range of issues. These include but are not limited to: depression,...
I’m not your average therapist. Extremely passionate about healing and helping. I provide compassionate, deeply insightful, and emotionally honest support in a safe space. In our therapeutic relationship we will do real work - in a collaborative process. From a humanist perspective, I believe we don’t need to be fixed, but healed instead. Being human is hard, we could all use support. I us an...
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I am a licensed psychologist and avid yogi who is excited to practice in a setting that embraces the mind-body connection. I strive to create a safe and empowering environment in which you and I work towards making changes that will bring you closer to a satisfying and fulfilling life. I use a strengths-based, collaborative approach to help each client feel empowered, develop insight and improv...
Currently taking no new clients. I strive to position myself alongside people while they embark on their personal journey of healing, restoration, and growth. Often the barriers to clients' success include issues related to codependency, self-image, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, poor communication and conflict resolution skills, and ineffective coping strategies. The work that I do with...
Does the Coronavirus have you feeling stressed, worried, scared, angry, or irritable? Call me and we can work through the emotions together. The current state of affairs have a lot of people feeling as if the rug has been pulled out from underneath them. Many are in a state of limbo and trying to find where they will land. All of this can create an experience of uncertainty and this can be...
***I AM CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW INDIVIDUAL CLIENTS, AGE 15 AND OLDER*** How does one stay hopeful when today can be so hard? We all crave connection and can benefit from being heard in a confidential space without judgement. The challenges we face in life come in many forms, but everyone has the capacity to experience positive change. It would be my privilege to hear your story and support you ...
It takes courage to start therapy. To become aware of old beliefs & behaviors that no longer work. To be open to healing from the past and creating a more authentic & fulfilling future. I use an integrative approach, combining Psychodynamic theory, CBT, as well as concepts from Evolutionary Psychology to guide my clients through this process. As needed, I also add in several science-based stres...
Not Accepting Clients at this time. As a clinical professional counselor and licensed alcohol and drug counselor with over 10 years of experience, I provide an individualized and diverse approach to help you achieve your needs and have worked with a wide range of concerns such as: LGBTQ, addictions, behavioral issues, personal wellness, depression, stress/anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, and...
Gravitating through the world can be hard even if we feel things are going well. The emotional responses that happen when we begin to feel out of control can be overwhelming, leading to decisions that may not be safe or helpful. Whether you are finding ways to recover from a past trauma, or find that your depression or anxiety is taking over your day, know that you are not alone. Acknowledging...
Ariell is an eclectic therapist that combines emotion-focused strategies with psychotherapeutic evidence-based approaches. The underlying principles in her approach are that treating anxiety, depression, self-esteem and more can be traced to experiences, beliefs of shame, and other negative core beliefs in an individual. Finding out these aspects of a person’s life, naming them, and working...
Are you feeling your anxiety rise with each day as our world navigates it's way through the Coronavirus? I provide counseling for anxiety and depression through telehealth. You do not need to leave your home to receive compassionate, empathic assistance. I am here to help you. I have experience working with women, men and teens with depression, anxiety and trauma including childhood issues that...
As an individual or the parent of a tween, teen, or young adult who is struggling, you may find yourself wondering what you can do to help make things better. My strength is in helping tweens, teens, and young adults find effective ways to manage anxiety and depression and get their lives back on track. Especially during this tenuous, stressful time involving so many adjustments and transitions...
Coming to therapy can feel vulnerable and scary, but it is a brave step towards the life you deserve. Guided by effective techniques such as mindfulness, educated insight and genuine curiosity, I work to protect and nurture my client's sensitivities, strengths and hopes for a joyous and fulfilling existence. I work with highly sensitive people (HSP) looking to understand their trait and thrive...
Do you feel held back from achieving your full potential? Trapped by feelings of anxiety or depression? Your story doesn't end here. Let me help you write the next chapter. Imagine what it would be like to become unstuck. Who would you become if feelings of depression no longer got in your way? What would you do if you were able to stop giving in to anxious thoughts? Becoming a new you can be...
