"* Please note--I will not be accepting new clients until September 2019. * Therapy can be a powerful tool to help people who have been struggling with anxiety, depression, and dissatisfaction. These struggles may have been recent, or they may reflect parts of our lives that have been problematic for many years."

"I'm an experienced and contemporary therapist. It is my goal to develop improved awareness and understanding with and on behalf of my clients. These efforts occur within in a supportive emotional, intellectual and physical environment. One that embraces cultural - race, class, gender/gender identity, (dis)ability, sexual orientation, and ethnic humility.Together we seek to enhance your capacity to address your needs by identifying the conflicts and fears that hinder goals, dreams, self-acceptance and psychological flexibility. We will discover and explore the emotionally charged life experiences that trigger responses blocking greater insight and communication within relationships."

"With 15+ years providing mental health services in a variety of settings, I have the experience and flexibility to meet clients needs, even those with challenging situations or illness'. I have a special interest working with adults who are experiencing a first episode of mental illness, as with early expert care and connection to all available supportive services, recovery and quality of life are maximized. I am knowledgeable about Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder and Depression and Anxiety. I have an interest working to maximize clients' health across dimensions (physical health, social, relationships, intellectual) as these contribute to one's wellness."

"Counseling is a collaborative process. In my private practice I work with adolescents, young adults and adults. I believe in an empathetic, non judgemental approach to helping clients understand their behaviors. I specialize in working with clients to heal from past traumas to feel present and restored."

"You are too hard on yourself, holding yourself to unrealistic standards. Others tell you you are “too sensitive” and “overly emotional,” or you hold your emotions in tightly to protect yourself. You feel stuck in your life and relationships, getting in your own way with the negative, self-defeating stories you tell yourself. I believe that people are inherently resilient. Using a supportive and empowering approach, I work with individuals to tap into their inner resources, learning new coping strategies and coming to better understanding themselves and their relationships in order to move forward and reach their full potential."

"Let's explore your goals and how to meet them at the pace and in the way that suits you. Mindfulness with CBT can offer an accepting way to newly view your life and make lasting changes."

"Thanks for looking at my profile. I'll try to be clear and direct to help you decide if you believe we'd work well together. I am a down-to-earth counselor with a sincere desire to help. But I'm not for everyone. If you are looking for a quick fix or for someone to tell you what you should be doing in your life, there are people on here who are much better at that than me."

"Are you having difficulty with the relationships in your life? Are you struggling to make progress with your goals? Is it hard for you to find meaning in your daily living? I firmly believe that before any psychological theory or technique can be helpful, a therapeutic relationship must be established. I see the relationship between a client and therapist as a collaborative partnership. I work hard to create an engaging and supportive environment where you can let down your guard and speak freely so that we can then get to work on creating the change you are looking for."

"No one is fully prepared for what it means to become a parent. Having a child is one of the most primal, natural things that human beings are designed to do, yet too often it is a time riddled with fear. Whether struggling with conception, coping with all of the "what-if's" of pregnancy, making sense of a difficult labor, navigating relationship dynamics, or managing the daily tasks of parenthood, it is important to feel supported along your journey."

"My areas of strength are relationship building and my compassion and warmth when working with adolescents and adults. I am able to build a sense of strength and hope with clients that I work with in treatment. I have a realistic and reasonable approach in meeting the individual needs of clients. I believe that each person requires personalized treatment and needs to be communicated with throughout the therapy process. "

"In this busy and demanding world in which we live, stress is at all time highs. Anxiety, depression and adjusting to stress are among a few things people are faced with. It is important to know how to navigate in this complex world and with the support of therapy, one can find relief, answers and solutions to difficult life situations. In practice since 1991 working with diverse populations with experience in Private Practice, Clinic Practice, Crisis Intervention, Consultation and Liaison in Hospital settings and Private Nonprofits has given me insights into a variety of circumstances people encounter. "

"As the old saying goes, "pain is inevitable, suffering is optional". We cannot avoid painful experiences in life, but we can learn to hold these experiences with more skillful means such as mindfulness and compassion. Oftentimes pain can be overwhelming, and we get stuck in habitual, harmful response. Therapy is a wonderful space to increase our confidence in our ability to work with painful thoughts and feelings. By learning more effective strategies, and identifying the values that are most important to us, we are able to move towards living a more enriched, meaningful life."

"Life is a series of changes of which we are constantly challenged to accept and adapt. Loss, depression, anxiety or trauma complicate our lives and make what we must cope with harder. Therapy can assist you in the arduous journey of such acceptance and adaption. If this resonates with you, you may be readying yourself for the healing process therapy offers. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to work. I employ evidenced-based approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral strategies, validation of emotions and support to try what may seem impossible."

"With several years of experience working with young adults conflicted by substance use, I am committed to helping you to the absolute best of my ability. Whatever your need, my stance is to meet you where you are and help evoke your inner strength in assisting you move toward your own definition of fulfillment. There are many relationship variables at play and I have a deep respect and admiration for those in any phase of the addiction process seeking help. "

"Why do most people come to a therapist in the first place? Because they want a better life. It's a brave thing to do- to realize that you want more for yourself and to take the step to begin making that wish a reality. Sometimes people come to me with a specific problem, and sometimes just because they're tired of feeling disappointed with life. Whatever the reason, we begin the process by sitting down together and looking at what is bothering you."

"My goal is to help you gain greater insight and make meaningful changes. Expressing yourself confidently and interacting effectively with others improves relationships and creates a higher level of satisfaction in all aspects of your life. Stress is inescapable in today’s hectic world. A combination of stress reduction techniques such as breath work, mindfulness and energy psychology (EFT) will help to sustain yourself in times of stress, anxiety and trauma effects. I utilize EMDR therapy to address trauma, long-standing family conflicts and phobias."

"Welcome. If you are searching this site, you are probably looking for help for yourself, your family or someone you care about. We all go through times and situations in our lives where we feel like we have run out of options. I know this is an important step and I hope that the information on my listing can assist you in finding what you need. I am a counseling psychologist with a background in the treatment of anxiety, depression and other common mental health concerns and a specialty in LGBTQI issues. I treat adults, couples (Gottman Method), and children/families (primarily those seeking support with LGBTQI issues)."

"Relationships in any context dominate our mood and motivation level, and allow us to enjoy life. Let me help you get the most out of your relationships, whether a romantic one, a parent-child one, or one with a colleague. I have personally lived through the trials and tribulations as well as the joys and fun in being married, divorced, remarried, losing close friends and family, and with all of these life experiences, offer to you a dedicated support source to get you where you want to be. It will be my privilege to accompany you in whatever goals you set."