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.
Are you feeling sad, anxious or angry? Are those feelings disrupting your life? Are your relationships unsatisfactory? I’m a firm believer that therapy can help you deal with emotions that are holding you back from being successful and happy. I’m a licensed therapist working with people of all ages and backgrounds. I meet with couples and individuals who are trying to find balance and happiness...
As an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor and EMDR trained therapist, I understand life can become challenging. It is helpful to have a safe, confidential place to work through any challenges that may arise; Issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, codependency, relational issues, substance use and more can interfere with everyday living.. Balancing life often leaves us depleted and a...
Sometimes life can be overwhelming. We feel like we don’t have it all figured out or have no control over the situation in front of us. My goal in the therapy room is to help you navigate life’s struggles and understand how to not just make it through life, but live it. I have interned with troubled youth at several of my internship sites and worked with adults managing their day to day life. I...
The clinicians in the institute's SF office consist of licensed psychologists and post-doctoral candidate. We specialize in depth psychologies, using a combination of psychodynamic, relational, humanistic, multicultural and, in the case of children, play therapy approaches. We believe that each individual, couple or family brings with them their unique experiences and philosophies and we prefer...
I want to help you along your path of self-discovery and growth. Starting therapy can be tricky, but I am a compassionate and kind therapist who will do my best to help you feel at ease about this process. My background in social work helps me immensely in looking for and enhancing your strengths and creating treatment plans to help you reach your goals. We all go through challenging times, and...
Life is not a simple thing, it is full of mystery, joy, pain, sadness, obstacles, and successes and people are no different. I know how terrifying it can be to be on that side of the couch and I appreciate the strength it takes to take this first step. It's my philosophy that people are unique, and we all have our own path on which we tread; however, that path exists inside a world that is crea...
"At the center of your being you have the answer; you know who you are and you know what you want."- Lao Tzu Many seek therapy when they recognize in themselves a longing to be free from ways of being or behaving that are no longer working for them. My work with adolescents, young adults and women of all ages helps them understand the nature of thoughts and how the mind contributes to emotional...
It is uncommon for people to willingly seek therapy. Misinformation, fear of stigma, prejudices abound. How unfortunate! By the time someone reaches out it is often because they are at a point of desperation; this is when the work begins. My philosophy & approach have been formed through many years of working as a clinical social worker. Though trained in the psychodynamic approach, I am eclect...
Are you feeling overwhelmed, physically and emotionally drained, stuck and you don’t know what to do or where to turn next? Moving forward can sometimes feel daunting but you can do it. Begin to take back your power today! You can learn to manage the chaos, calm those defeating thoughts, ease the tension in your body and begin to feel positive. Your story has a purpose and is as unique as you a...
You’re struggling with difficult feelings in your relationship with a spouse, partner, your child, family members, friends or people at work. Or you may be trying to come to terms with painful feelings about things that happened in the past. When you’re hurting or feeling confused, you don’t know what to do. People in your life may not understand you or your experiences. You may want to develop...
I am well-versed in working with people of all ages and life experiences, including those coping with depression and anxiety, stress, loss, lack of motivation, adjustment, trauma, and life transitions. I am particularly interested in working with individuals on early adulthood life transitions including college, early career, engagement/early marriage, and pregnancy, postpartum, and early...
There are times when life seems overwhelming. You struggle to meet the demands placed on you by others and the demands you place on yourself. You find yourself struggling with issues of depression, anxiety, grief and stress which manifest in relationship problems with partners, parents, co-workers, and children. You have a sense that things could be better. As a Licensed Professional Counselor,...
Now offering VIRTUAL TELETHEALTH FOR: INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS, WEEKLY WOMEN'S TRANSPERSONAL GROUP & FREE WEEKLY MINDFULNESS WORKSHOPS FOR MENTAL PEACE , AWARENESS & RELAXATION. During my long career, I have counseled countless individuals, as Clinical Director of Eating Disorders & Substance Abuse Residential & IOP treatment programs. If you are open to growth & want to address your life's concerns...
You are reading this because you are seeking a change. One you haven’t successfully made on your own. And it’s certainly not due to a lack of trying on your part. But you are facing obstacles, both external and inside your mind. Based on my experience, you are likely in one of three situations: 1 ) Some part of your life is painful, unsatisfying, or falling apart. 2 ) Your life has all the...
I am passionate about partnering with my clients on their journey to improve their lives. It has been rewarding to watch the people I serve discover that they are already doing many things to help themselves through difficult situations, and our work together builds on those strengths. In sessions, you can expect to be heard, valued, and respected in a comfortable, safe, and nonjudgmental space...
