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.
Currently Accepting New Clients! We have openings, get seen this week! Navigating life’s obstacles can be overwhelming. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive atmosphere that allows you to express yourselves openly and freely. I can help you work through difficult personal issues, such as low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, trauma, and depression. I can help you identify negative though...
Currently Accepting New Clients! Book online via our website or call us 24hr/ day to book your appointment. Navigating life’s obstacles can be overwhelming. I work with couples, both marital and pre-marital, dealing with infidelity, depression, communication problems, interpersonal conflicts, and stress, just to name a few. My goal as a therapist is to provide you with a safe and non-judgmental...
Seeking therapy, or asking for help is never an easy step. And yet, if you are here, it is probably because you are looking for some answers, guidance, and a trustful environment where you can talk about whatever difficult situation you are going through. By making the first step, you are showing courage and together we can help you feel empowered and learn to embrace your individual strengths ...
You're really good at hiding your true feelings, bottling them up and pretending they don't exist. Somewhere along the way you learned to "conceal, don't feel" and you're a pro. But, since you’re reading this… maybe you're ready to admit you’re having a hard time. You’re ready to say you feel defeated, worn down, and overwhelmed. Maybe you feel this way because of a past memory that won’t leave...
The issues I work with in therapy are mind-body issues. I do not have a mental illness approach. What is good for the body is good for the brain and vice versa. My openness and inclusivity influence my approach to therapy. I do not judge. I accept. I am more interested in your uniqueness than your diagnosis and I expect a full recovery in treatment. I specialize in the spectrum of Depression an...
I believe the beauty in each of us is contained in both light and shadow, and strive to hold compassionate loving-kindness for all aspects of the paradoxical nature of being human. Together we will explore existing strengths, while encouraging growth, and holistic wellness. I am currently providing tele-mental health only, which means we will meet via a HIPAA compliant teleconferencing platform...
If you are suffering from substance use disorder, there is hope. No matter how long you've suffered or how many times you've tried to recover and slipped, you can recover. People suffering with substance use disorder are beautiful people with a very, very bad disease. There is hope, you can recover, I can help. The first thing we focus on is relaxing the body. Let go of the angst, the fear,...
Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, Sierra has shown an intensive interest in the psychological mind and the effects different environments, situations, and genetics can affect an individual. Coming from a background in Applied Behavioral Analysis, as well as Humanistic studies from her graduate school, Sierra possess a wide range of information, studies, and empathy in order to effectively...
Our struggles do not define us but they can refine us. Painful, everyday emotional suffering may be made more bearable when you can find meaning and hope. To this end we will collaborate to identify your personal goals and find practical tools to help you achieve your goals. At the end of therapy you will have a deeper awareness of self and become more skilled at having joy in your life. My...
Life can be challenging. Current world events may be adding to your daily life stresses and bring up feelings of hopelessness, fear, anger, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, feeling overwhelmed and/or stuck. Additionally, we may carry the weight of unprocessed trauma that can affect our daily ability to function as well as how we interact in our relationships. Some common symptoms of...
Welcome! I am licensed clinical social worker that provides individual and family therapy services. I have specific interest working with children, youth, and families. I also provide individual therapy services for adults. My therapeutic approach is relational, person-centered, emotion focused, and trauma-informed. I have a variety of skill sets that I adapt to meet the unique needs of each...
Are you not feeling centered or balanced as you once normally felt. Has your resiliency to life stressors decreased? It happens to many of us at some point in our lives. Sometimes the most difficult part is finding our way back to our healthy normal. It is not always easy to discuss these topics with your family or friends. I am here to listen to you and assist you in adjusting to what you may...
Optimize the pleasure of each moment and minimize the fallout from stressful situations, challenging relationships and interpersonal interactions. Gain insight into your perceptions, thoughts, triggers, emotions, reactions and behaviors. Develop strategies to enhance coping skills, boost confidence, modify habits, and increase motivation. Take control and improve the quality of your personal an...
In working together to meet your goals, it is good to know how I approach counseling. My education is built on a Family Systems approach. This means I work from the understanding that we do not live separate from others; therefore, we are being influenced by various relationships and interactions. In these relationships and interactions, life may present various challenges and call for difficul...
In my practice, I support people who want to find more acceptance, wholeness, and aliveness in every area of their life. I often work with people who feel overwhelmed with self-criticism, doubt, sadness, anxiety, overwhelm, grief, and fear. Through holistic and integrative practices, I support people in creating more compassion for themselves, finding more capacity to tackle tuff topics, and ha...
