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.
Every person is unique in their own way, and so are their problems. Therapy is a special journey for every individual and couple. I am here to successfully guide you through the process. I strive to help individuals and couples break free from their feelings of despair, dissatisfaction, and dismay and gain or regain a sense of control, peace, and wholeness. My philosophy is to work jointly with...
“We are all on a journey of some sort, whether it is one of healing, new beginnings, pleasure, or life transition. Sometimes we encounter storms and obstacles that shake us and may make us feel as if we are lost or maybe incapable of overcoming the storm.” These storms may be recognized as anxiety, depression, loss of a loved one, job or home. Creating therapeutic trust and emotional safety are...
Are you experiencing any of the following in your marriage: trust issues, infidelity, feeling more like roommates than romantic partners, addiction issues, frequent arguments that never get resolved, or just feeling lonely in your relationship? When you try to talk things out, it just makes everything worse and you feel stuck. You know you need help but don't know what to do to get back those...
I have found adversity and peace in my lifetime, so I know struggles are real – but people can overcome! I became a counselor to help others do just that. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who have substance use and/or other mental health disorders (co-occurring disorders). I practice client centered and client driven counseling. I use a variety of approaches with emphasis on...
I believe that reaching out for help takes courage and for that - I honor and applaud you! Experiences become stories and then leave a footprint on our soul My role as your therapist is to help navigate the journey towards healing your souls’ story. I will meet you where you are and walk with you side-by-side on the journey. Together, we will identify your goals and explore how to live your lif...
People try to make sense of their world as they perceive it. This is why people struggle with depression, anxiety, emotional regulation and expression, addiction, etc. Overall, I believe people want to understand what makes them who they are. Through understanding their struggles and being able to choose different ways of thinking, acting, and feeling, people can learn to be the best version of...
As a counselor I am curious and sensitive to each person’s unique experience. I understand the body we occupy matters. Our physical abilities, family of origin, race, class, gender, sexuality all play a part in how we understand ourselves and the world around us. While I value difference, I also believe we all have core needs. The need to be loved, accepted, seen and felt is at the heart of bei...
I believe people are inherently oriented to heal and grow. Sometimes on the healing journey we need support to navigate difficult transitions, especially if old traumas are clouding our current vision. My role as a psychologist is to accompany you on your personal path. I welcome people with all types of concerns. I am especially experienced in treating people struggling with trauma, eating and...
I provide support to couples and individuals who are navigating relationship conflict, sex-related concerns, life transitions, anxiety, and depression. Clients I see often come to therapy with some common issues: feeling stuck in patterns of conflict or disconnection, communication problems, difficulty talking about sex or sexuality, pre-marital/marital concerns, infidelity, desire for more...
I welcome the chance to work with you. I specialize in seeing both adolescents (ages 12 +) and adults. I am also a certified school psychologist in CT at the high school level. I use a variety of different modalities to meet your individual therapeutic needs. Whatever you may be dealing with, whether it be past/present trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, stress, etc., I am here to...
Are you going through difficult time right now? I specialize in helping people who are dealing with anxiety depression, relationship issues, feeling stuck, as well as life transitions. I work with teens, individuals, and couples, both male and female, to improve the quality of their lives. I’m dedicated to providing the tools clients need so they can live a life they dream about in a safe,...
I have a unique ability to connect with people. Sometimes there are people that have a hard time clarifying what their thoughts and feelings are. They get confused. They hear voices in their head. They think people are making fun of them because they are born different. It can be really hard for Their own families to help. I help their families achieve common ground . Teenagers know I am real e...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor specializing in Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Trauma. I work with individuals and couples to achieve emotional growth and healing. As each person is unique, I draw upon a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities to best meet my client’s needs. We will work collaboratively to...
The individuals who come to me for support are those struggling with eating disorders. We work together to identify goals that are important to you, and address some underlying self esteem concerns and lack of power within your life. Together, we take your power back, eliminating the compulsive need to control food. The second population I serve are those with marital and relationship issues. I...
You may feel trapped in a violent and/or unhealthy relationship or traumatic memories of the past. Your may be grieving a loss and what might have been. You may feel stagnant and that your life is out of balance. Possibly you are a family member of an offender and you don't understand the "system" and how to help while taking care of yourself. Likely you are feeling isolated and alone....
