My Approach to Helping
While as a generalist I help people with a wide range of issues (depression, grief, anxiety, eating struggles, etc), my areas of specialty and focus are working with survivors of trauma, including narcissistic abuse.
Therapy is a path towards self-discovery, growth, and healing. I tailor my approach based on your needs and I focus on your inner strengths and potential for growth. I believe change can best happen when we understand individuals within the context of their culture and environment. I have been described by others as a warm, genuine, and non-judgmental therapist. My hope is to earn your trust and together with you, build a safe therapeutic relationship.
People who work with me can expect to focus on their emotion, which means we will seek to accept and deepen an understanding of your emotional self so that you can become more self-aware and self-compassionate. I may also utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) strategies in which we find ways to expand your thinking patterns and behaviors that could lead to creative ways of problem-solving.
Specific Issue(s) I'm Skilled at Helping With
I enjoy working with people healing from grief and loss, pastrecentcurrent trauma, relationship difficulties, navigating life transitions, exploring their spirituality, and those on the path of recovery from depression, or anxiety. Collaboratively, I work with clients towards helping them access their strengths and ultimately become their own therapist. I work with clients of various ages and backgrounds. I have been providing therapeutic services for the past ~15 years and consider it a privilege to have found a profession that I am truly passionate about.
How Psychotherapy Can Help
Psychotherapy is not easily described in general statements. It varies depending on the personalities of you and the counselor, and the particular problems you are experiencing. In order for psychotherapy to be most successful, it is very important that you are active in working on your concerns during our sessions and between sessions.
Psychotherapy can have benefits and risks. Since therapy often involves discussing unpleasant aspects of your life, you may experience uncomfortable feelings like sadness, guilt, anger, frustration, loneliness, and helplessness. On the other hand, psychotherapy has also been shown to have many benefits. Therapy often leads to better relationships, solutions to specific problems, and significant reductions in feelings of distress. There are no guarantees of what you will experience. Although there are no guarantees associated with the outcome of your psychotherapy, my hope is that you'll find psychotherapy a safe, caring place to talk about your concerns and get the support you need.
