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 way you tell your story to yourself matters." - Amy Cuddy We each have a story to tell and that story creates how we see ourselves, how we interact with the world around us, and how we manage the challenges life places in front of us. I approach therapy from the viewpoint that our personal story matters and we can change and shape our story through the therapeutic process. I have extensive...
You deserve to enjoy life and feel connection despite the difficulties that life can throw your way. My goal is to provide a safe and nonjudgmental therapeutic space for clients to learn about themselves in a deeper way, explore how they arrived at where they are today, and discover healthy ways to move forward. I have extensive experience working with LGBTQIA+ individuals. I have a passion for...
Do you struggle to understand your feelings and communicate effectively with others? Would you like to be more in touch with your emotions and express yourself more authentically? I specialize in working with men seeking to redefine their relationship with shame and vulnerability. As your therapist, I will help you identify and utilize the strengths you already have in order to work through...
I practice a style of therapy called walk and talk therapy that utilizes nature as one of the tools of therapeutic engagement. I walk and talk with clients out of doors in all four seasons. During sessions we may occasionally sit on a nearby stump or boulder, but mostly we are moving. Movement helps integrate psychological processes into the body and the physical process of releasing endorphins...
I believe in creating genuine and authentic relationships through the counseling process. It is important to build trust, and I am patient when my clients decide to take on this next step. It takes courage and strength to reach out for support, and I truly commend you for doing so. My approach to counseling is allowing individuals the opportunity to sit in the driver seat and take control of th...
Life can feel chaotic and overwhelming, and feeling like that can prevent you from more fulfilling experiences and keep you from reaching your full potential. Perhaps you are here because something is bothering you, you wish something was different or better about your life, or you are struggling with the way you feel. Yet you have some hope that things can get better, even if it’s not clear ho...
As a therapist, I am passionate about walking alongside folks as they reveal their truths and vulnerabilities to themselves. I believe, and have witnessed that people are capable of long standing change with knowledge, support, and connection, and that therapy is a great place for that. You can learn new ways to manage life stressors, feel safe, gain confidence, and live a more joyful and...
"I believe in the power of connection. I believe in the healing and growth that can take place by allowing yourself to sit in a non-judgmental safe space. To tell your story, your truth, without the distraction of kids, spouse, partner, work, and technology. I will help you make connections and better understand how your past experiences and relationships show up in your present day. I can help...
**Not currently accepting new clients** Whatever brings you to therapy, you’ve likely been struggling with it for some time- trying to fix it, ignoring it, carrying it around with you. No matter what “it” is, you are more than your struggle. Whether you are feeling stuck, unsure, overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, or all the above, experience has taught me that people are resilient and things can...
Admitting that things are overwhelming and we need some help is a hard thing to do. Though so many are unwilling to admit it, everyone can benefit from a little help at some time or another in their life. Especially with the current events in our world. What was once manageable worry has become full blown anxiety or panic. What was once a blue day here and there has become a daily struggle with...
Life can bring about many different challenges. There are times where we might feel like all hope has been lost. Maybe we feel like we have hit rock bottom... where do we go from there? My passion is to provide a safe space to be heard and a sense of support in these challenging times that you may be experiencing. My hope as a therapist is to support my clients through an individualized approac...
Do you struggle with finding your balance and maintaining peace? Are you repeating the same negative patterns, feeling stagnant, ashamed, anxious and overwhelmed? I will work with you to build solutions that fit you when you have: the desire to improve any aspect of your life• trouble adjusting to a new situation or life transition• conflicts that keep you from being closer to people you care...
Have you tried therapy before? Are you considering trying therapy for the first time? Maybe you aren't ready for a commitment to a therapeutic routine. Wherever you are in the process, I'd like to help. We can jump into the deep end or you can contact me about a micro session by phone to help ease your stress. The world feels a little crazy right now and we could all use some extra support. I'm...
"You are here to enable the divine purpose of the universe to unfold. That is how important you are". Eckhart Tolle - Whether you believe this or not, allow me to guide you to tap into all of your strengths to overcome the obstacles you may be feeling. You may even realize that some of your obstacles have led you to your greatest strengths. Treatment Specializations include self-discovery &...
The seemingly simple thought of "I need someone to talk to" can be challenging enough, but then needing to find that "right" person to speak with can be overwhelming. Perhaps this is your first time reaching out to a therapist, or you're getting back into therapy and unsure how to proceed. I've made it my mission to create a judgment-free, open, calm space for you to explore those parts of your...
