Therapists in 02478

I can't say that I have an ideal client, as every client presents with their own unique set of strengths and challenges. I find myself drawn to clients whose lives have been significantly negatively impacted by the systems they belong to. Aiding clients with the tools and resources to work on breaking those generational cycles of trauma or poverty, is one of the most rewarding experiences I can have as a therapist. I truly believe that all clients have the ability to overcome whatever challenges they may be experiencing and achieve their personal goals. My only job is to help them develop the tools to do so.

*Not currently able to accept new patients* My clinical areas of focus include depression, anxiety, disordered eating, trauma, and college mental health. I use evidence-based treatment modalities with the goal of enhancing insight, creating behavioral change, and developing healthy coping strategies. In all of my work, I believe in using a strengths-based and identity-informed approach to build a trusting and collaborative environment. Therapy can often be a demanding process and I aim to provide a sense of compassion, validation, and humor when needed.

From over 30 years of experience, I bring a warm and interactive approach to helping you address emotional issue/s that interfere with living the life you'd like to live. These emotional issues could be depression, trauma, anxiety, divorce, grief, abuse, low-self esteem, etc. I draw from a host of treatment models that I believe will best suit your needs including Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP). One model is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) that's particular helpful in facilitating resolution of issues in a shorter amount of time.

In all my work with clients, including adults, adolescents, and children, I provide a warm, safe and respectful environment based on collaboration and curiosity. When people contact me with concerns about themselves or their children, they often feel stuck or at a loss about how to proceed. They may be concerned about issues of self-esteem, satisfaction in relationships, or a child's behavioral difficulties at home or in school. I use an active and interactive style in helping clients gain new ways to understand themselves and new tools to address problematic patterns of thinking, feeling, or behaving.

I do not believe in the "ideal client." Regardless of circumstance, all people seeking guidance and support can be their best selves. All people in need who are open to suggestions and willing and able to engage in the therapeutic process can succeed.

I am an individual therapist who specializes in eating disorder treatment. I will also be running a virtual group for college-aged students with eating disorders online for six weeks this summer, starting the week of June 26th. Throughout our work, I will encourage you to have empathy for yourself as you work towards creating a deeper understanding of yourself and your needs, and to move closer to living the life that you want to live. As I work for a university counseling center and am off for the summer, I have openings for those seeking short-term individual therapy or college students while they are home for the summer.

I have a special interest in helping people who suffer from anxiety -- panic attacks, OCD, phobias, shyness. I like my clients and enjoy my work.

Clients struggling with anxiety, depression, BPD, trauma, relationship issues are areas I have much experience addressing.

My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as anxiety and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.

My ideal client is a young adult who is working on getting their life together. They are having a difficult time controlling their emotions and suffers with anxiety. Their goals are to get and keep a job, work on a career, and be more responsible. They are realizing that it is time to get it together. They are interested in learning coping skills and working on past traumatic events that they believe to be in the way of learning new ways. I will work with my clients to unfold what is brought into the room and set the pace that feels most supportive to them—together, creating a safe and supportive space as we address needs and goals.

I have been a psychotherapist for 30 years. It has been a great privilege for me to work with individuals and couples as they try to solve their life problems. I am committed in establishing a safe, warm and nonjudgmental space for my clients to get in touch with their feelings and seek ways to improve the quality of their lives and relationships. I am also a firm believer that laughter can help our work when appropriate.

My ideal client would present solution-focused with a desire to gain insight and understanding of presenting symptomatically and how those symptoms manifested. Their issues, regardless of being situational or organic, should be addressed directly with kindness and acceptance without judgement. The need should be to not only identify and address their current symptoms but also to work towards a more profound understanding of why such symptoms are present and how to create an opportunity for change. The goal should support a progressive change to improve quality of life.

I believe personal growth and healing can come from a strong therapeutic alliance. Change and recovery are possible. I promise to provide a safe, trusting environment where you will feel seen, understood, and accepted as you are. My approach is genuine, creative, and curious. I strive to help you recognize beliefs that are holding you back, more effectively face struggles in your life, and learn skills to develop healthier relationships and a more meaningful life. In the end, the larger goal is to make you a better ally to yourself.

My therapy styIe is warm, nonjudgmental and interactive, and my passion lies in assisting people in finding their authentic self. It is my true privilege to be allowed into the lives of my clients, and I believe it is of the utmost importance to treat every client with respect, sensitivity and compassion. We can work together to improve your relationships with important people in your life, and to develop skills and strategies to help you find strength and inner peace.