Object Relations Therapy focuses on people’s early childhood relationships. The “object” in this theory refers to a person. Object Relations theory states that people are deeply impacted by early relationships, even more so if these relationships are abusive, neglectful, or unhealthy. People’s earliest relationships help them form mental images. These images impact future relationships.
Object Relations Theory states that people often engage in a process called “splitting.” Splitting is when people categorize relationships as being either good or bad. In reality, relationships are generally not entirely good or bad. They have healthy parts, unhealthy parts, and have ways of relating that are in between.
Your therapist will help you to see all aspects of relationships. They will help you understand how your earliest relationships affect your ways of relating in the present. By helping you develop healthier ways of relating within counseling, you can more easily take these ways of relating outside of the counseling space.
With a background in education, life certificate in school psychology and neuropsychology and training at the University of Washington Medical Center and Children's Hospital Los Angeles, I work with all ages 6-96. My unique interests include Non Verbal Learning Differences and family interventions that assist for a lifetime. Creativity, science, and disciplined application are the tools in a...
The courageous step of embarking on an experience of bettering one’s life is not easily done. I truly am honored to be a part of that process. In a collaborative approach I help guide Clients to work through the many reasons they arrive to therapy. Clients seem to have a very clear goal of bettering their lives, and I strive to make this happen by helping clients free themselves to use tools...
Often the demands of the outside world pull us in different directions, causing tension in our relationships, work, and an internal departure from who we know ourselves to be. Many experience the added pressures of anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, loss and loneliness. Through therapy, I will assist you in finding a way forward, discovering those parts of yourself you may have lost and al...
Often the demands of the outside world pull us in different directions, causing tension in our relationships, work, and an internal departure from who we know ourselves to be. Many experience the added pressures of anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, loss and loneliness. Through therapy, I will assist you in finding a way forward, discovering those parts of yourself you may have lost and al...
My work is focused on initiating healing from the moment you walk through my door. And I recognize it takes a lot of courage to be in the room, with me as your therapist, while beginning this journey of deeper understanding of self and change. Together we will look inward at the fragmented pieces of your life, which can often be intimidating, but you won't be made to feel alone in this process....
Good therapy happens in the space between the therapist and client. Whether your path to self-discovery is well-traveled, or you are just beginning to look inward, I will meet you where you are. Together, we will create a safe, nurturing, yet challenging space in which to explore and effect change. Whether you are facing a difficult decision, undergoing a life transition, or have experienced...
The world has changed - anxiety, uncertainty, and confusion are everywhere. If you need some human connection in these frightening times, I am available to you. Whether you're anxious about the pandemic, struggling to maintain relationships, or feeling lonely and isolated, I can help you. I work with adults and couples dealing with anxiety and depression; grief and loss; relationship struggles;...
I am a believer in the Existential/Humanistic school of thought and the importance of making meaning in our lives. By meeting my clients in the here-and-now, I am able to work with them where they are presently, without going too far ahead of them or getting bogged down in the past. I’m collaborative, creative, and believe in an integrated approach when working with people. No single form of...
Do you ever find yourself feeling "less than" or comparing yourself to others? These experiences happen to all of us throughout the lifespan. However, there are times when these thoughts and comparisons can feel so burdensome, that it becomes difficult to keep up with our daily lives. Sometimes, these feelings just happen for no apparent reason and sometimes there are life transitions that are...
Do you feel a lack of meaning in your life? Do you feel fragmented, lonely, or disconnected? Are you overwhelmed with depression, anxiety, grief, or past experiences? We get stuck sometimes. These things can make us feel isolated and hopeless. Therapy is a process in which we can begin to feel relief from that despair and move towards wholeness and connection. Evidence shows that therapy can he...
Life can be hard, isolating, or frustrating. Many times it helps to have someone else with us on the journey as we seek to better understand and love ourselves and others. I am trained as a Psychodynamic therapist. Psychodynamic therapy seeks to understand our desires and wants amid the realities and hopes of life, helping us to respond in healthy, rather than unhealthy, ways. Such therapy can...
I enjoy working with clients of all ages experiencing a range of mental and behavioral health concerns, including anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, behavioral problems, relationship problems, grief and loss, and abuse. Especially during this time of uncertainty, I am here to help you find ways to cope, alleviate symptoms that get in the way, and experience healthy and more satisfying...
I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy. It is a safe place where someone can come and talk about what has been going on for them without judgment or shame. I proved a space where you can feel safe, heard, and understood. As we explore your world we will be creating a style designed specifically to meet your needs and goals. I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgmental environmen...
“Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the assessment that something else is more important than fear.” – F. D. Roosevelt. I know how much courage it takes for some to come to therapy. I admire you for taking this brave step and deciding that despite the fear of the unknown, it is more important that something needs to change. I am here to help you take this next step and help you in...
