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.
You are ready to make the shift. You have been searching for the right fit, someone who you can trust to walk that journey with you. When it comes to finding a therapist, you want someone that will meet you where you are and help you make the changes you’ve been craving. I imagine you're looking to get unstuck, obtain greater clarity, find healing, improve your relationships with self/others, a...
I believe in the desire and ability of each of us to grow and to become our best selves. More than ability, really - this is our propensity, our basic nature. I remember as a high school student learning about tropism, about how plants turn toward the sun. I was fascinated with that, and still am. But life intrudes. We're told we can't do that, we are not this way. There may have been trauma. W...
I am a licensed social worker with extensive experiences with a variety of different individuals and needs. I strive to address the concerns you may have and how best we can address those needs in our time together. After an initial meeting, we will discuss what works best for you and your lifestyle to achieve the goals we have outlined together. I obtained my licensure in 2017 after graduating...
Anxiety, loneliness, and depression are often unwelcome guests who over stay their welcome. My objective is to help people heal from these issues and their past as opposed to being held captive by it. Trauma, abuse, grief, addiction and unresolved memories seem to be the main culprit behind us getting "stuck". Through EMDR and a therapeutic relationship we can move together toward healing and...
I am a therapist who’s passionate about holistic healing and deepening the connection between the mind and body. No matter the issue, I aim to create a safe space where I can collaborate with clients to meet their needs and goals. That being said, clients do not have to have specific needs or goals in order be in therapy as we can explore this together as the therapeutic relationship develops. ...
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, worried, or currently having a difficult time with a transition period? Let’s work together in counseling to begin the process of change. I am passionate about providing therapy in San Diego to children, teens, adults, and families in navigating life's obstacles. Through a collaborative process of developing mutual trust and respect, I believe that hop...
I have a passion for hearing peoples stories and helping them find their place in this world. I believe we all have a desire to be happy and to feel whole. We all desire to feel wanted and loved and in order to do so we need to first love ourselves and I believe therapy can help you achieve that desire. The mind is the control center of behavior and emotion and if we can work through negative...
NOT ACCEPTING NEW REFERRALS AT THIS TIME. Navigating life can be challenging. It's natural to need help at times, and joining with another person in a therapeutic alliance can be just what you need to get refocused, find more balance, and live life more joyfully. My intention in psychotherapy is to help guide individuals to a clearer understanding of their mental and emotional terrain and how...
Anxiety and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be extremely debilitating, potentially causing strain or loss of relationships, loss of opportunities, restrictions and limitations on activities and daily life, negative impact on health, nightmares, flashbacks, and many other life altering effects. You may find yourself avoiding certain places, people, or memories. You may re-experience yo...
I am passionate about helping people grow and change. I have received training from some of the nation's foremost experts in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), though experience has taught me the importance of integrating other treatment models as well. I enjoy doing therapy and have a wealth of experience treating a variety of presenting problems. I particularly enjoy working with veterans,...
Did you know that perinatal mood and anxiety disorders - "PMAD's" (such as postpartum depression and anxiety - PPD/PPA) are the #1 complication of pregnancy and postpartum? Partners can experience these challenges as well. If you or your partner are pregnant or recently had a baby and are feeling angry, irritable, depressed, insecure, scared, tired, alone, anxious, having difficulty eating or...
My goal in providing counseling/therapy services is to assist you in reaching your ideal version of yourself. I am honored to assist you on your personal life journey. I believe that everyone holds the potential within themselves to reach their ideal, and I love helping unlock the potential through skills and knowledge. JK Rowling said “We do not need magic to transform our world. We carry all ...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist who works with adolescents, their parents, and families. The adolescent stage involves leaving childhood and transitioning into adulthood. For the adolescent and all who orbit their world, it’s a time full of potential and possibility. It can also be challenging to navigate all of these changes, and natural to need support. It is valuab...
Secure and confidential online supportive care from your place of comfort and safety. Process your life story and welcome your authentic self; Shift perspectives and learn new ways to be resilient and motivated through your healing journey. This practice currently welcomes those with personal trauma. Influenced by decades of therapeutic training and personally living through disability diagnosi...
Are you overwhelmed, anxious, sad or feel like you're not sure how to navigate a new territory of your life? Do you need help in setting healthy boundaries or coping with stress, anxiety? Or perhaps a past trauma is beginning to surface? I truly believe our darkest wounds lose power and we begin to heal when we shed light on them. My goal is to provide support and insight to help you identify y...
