Attachment-based Therapists in 15229

I love working with people of all ages who are seeking to understand themselves and other significant people in their lives! It is my joy to help my clients find peace and make meaning of both the usual challenges in life and the events that threaten to rob us of hope.

Whether this is your first time seeking out therapy or you have been in therapy before but are looking for a different approach, you are welcome here. My clients are mainly Gen Z and Millenial women who are highly self-aware and emotionally intelligent, but what they "know" and what they feel don't match. This feels frustrating because society tells us that we should be able to change how we feel by changing our thinking. You've tried that and wish it were that easy. My goal is to help you shift away from surviving, and closer to thriving.

My approach to therapy is a collaborative team approach, we work together to accomplish your goals. I am a peaceful, non-confrontational clinician I do not ask “What is wrong with you?” but “What happened to you?” And if you are not sure, well, we will figure that out together. My first objective is to educate my clients on their mental health, so that they may understand what is going on within themselves. Trying to manage depression, anxiety, trauma etc. can be very intimidating and discouraging. We will work together to recognize your negative symptoms and you will learn how to manage them to live a healthy, positive life.

Is something keeping you from being the partner, parent, friend or family member you want to be? When you're feeling sad or nervous or if you're struggling with a troubling memory it can be hard to be the person you always imagined you'd be at this time in your life. I want to help you hold the weight you're carrying and figure out what it is that's holding you back.

My passion is to help individuals see the best in themselves. I inspire with an easy going, caring style to create a supportive environment. Our daily lives can be overwhelming with too many commitments and lacking in emotional support. Too often we feel unheard; our thoughts are clouded in self criticism; and we are stuck in patterns that are self defeating. I provide an integrative approach to treatment allowing you to share your story, develop healthy and supportive thoughts, and create a lifestyle that supports your mind and body.

We all have been there before: feeling stuck, frustrated, stressed - when life starts to overwhelm you. I would love to meet with you and help you through this, together. I am here to support you and help guide you to the best version of you. My education background, life and career experiences will further help me help you. I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Trauma Focused, and Psycho-Education to serve adolescents adults, couples, and families.

I have been most helpful with clients who have clear goals or specific issues they want to address. I can work with you in a brief, specific and time-limited ways to help faciliate problem-solving and behavioral changes as needed. I can also work with you long-term to address chronic or longer standing issues of past trauma, family conflict, or issues with self and identity. Most importantly, I work collaboratively to help you meet your own needs by matching the treatment modality and plan with your stated needs and learning/attachment style. I am direct and honest, but always with permission and gentleness. I respect and value all.

Welcome! In my practice, my clients often tell me they feel anxious, stuck, and overwhelmed by their past, present, and future. They speak about patterns of people-pleasing, impostor syndrome, social anxiety, and perfectionism after experiencing events such as childhood bullying or parental abuse. Many experience a mismatch between their thoughts and what they feel in their bodies.

We can all feel "stuck" sometimes in life. It may be a result of unresolved experiences from your past or present challenges that create road blocks. I believe therapy can help you explore these issues in a safe, nonjudgemental environment where your own voice can be heard and understood. You can learn more meaningful ways of living, build coping skills, and make choices that will move you forward towards lifelong changes. As a therapist, I know it is important to see each client as an individual. Treatment is individualized and "one size does not fit all".