Are you struggling in your relationships, fearful of what others think of you, or finding difficulty being your most authentic self? I believe that change must begin internally, and that shame is at the core of everything that keeps us stagnant. In order to produce change, we must water the roots instead of watering the leaves. That being said, many of us channel our energy into maladjusted behaviors such as blame, control, and other attempts to change external circumstances. This is simply ineffective; We must look inward!

Life delivers extraordinary and unexpected challenges to all of us, and therapy can be the critical step toward change when provided in a collaborative, non-judgmental and meaningful way that respects mind-body health and your unique needs. I have a friendly and direct approach with years of experience treating a broad range of social/emotional and behavioral health needs; Together, we use your strengths, help you to find insight, build resiliency and give you the confidence to make the changes you need for a more fulfilling life.

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.

Do you ever find yourself wanting to make a positive change in your life, but find that something keeps you from starting this process? It makes sense that stepping outside of your comfort zone in this way can feel a little intimidating. It takes vulnerability and courage to confront your challenges and take that first step to seek therapy. By perusing the web to find a therapist that’s the right fit for you, you’ve already taken that first step-- and I am delighted that it brought you here. Together, we will work to create a comfortable and safe space that will support your growth and healing.

You've been feeling constantly on edge. You’re not even sure what life would be like without anxiety. Perhaps you can’t stop thinking about a life-threatening event you experienced; perhaps you can’t shake the nagging doubt that everyone is about to discover that you have no idea what you’re doing; perhaps you’re a therapist or other helping professional who cannot seem to prioritize self-care; or perhaps, though others tell you that you seem like you have it all together, you can't seem to live up to your own high standards. You have somehow lost touch with the things that bring you meaning and purpose.

I became a therapist after many years working for public and private schools. I focused on special education and students with emotional and behavioral issues. I often work with families and individuals who have become stuck or have practiced habits that are negatively impacting their lives. I focus on a cognitive based approach to treat anxiety and depression. If you are stuck and need support with finding a new approach then therapy may be for you.

It can be difficult to contact a therapist and begin a process of exploration and change. But when you come to see me, I will strive to help you feel comfortable and welcome. You might be seeking therapy to help resolve a problem in your relationships or your work, to deal with a troubling change that has occurred, to discover how old, no longer useful patterns in your life can change, to enhance your capacity for creativity and imagination, or to come to a deeper understanding and acceptance of yourself.

Finding your way through the world can be a difficult and frustrating experience. Having an extra voice to rely on can help people more easily navigate through the world. I believe therapy can help anyone develop a better sense of self-awareness, self-esteem and self-worth which will make wading through life easier and lead to an overall better quality of life.

**Currently accepting new clients on Wednesdays** My work with individuals addresses emotional regulation, relational difficulties, anxiety management, life transitions, and self-esteem. My work with parents of young children aims to address stress management, responding to specific behavioral concerns, increasing effective communication, and improving the parent-child dynamic.

Deciding who to go to for counseling, and trust your concerns and personal story with, can be a life-changing decision. My specialty is treating emotional disturbances such as anxiety, depression, anger, and jealousy related to intrapersonal and interpersonal distress stemming from traumatic experiences and existential concerns. I base my approach on humanist ethics and values of unconditional human worth, personal agency, and plurality. The overall aim is to maintain mindful awareness and acceptance while restructuring and reframing one's thinking, feeling, and responding to the ongoing and unfolding challenges of life.

My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, non-judgmental, supportive environment in order to work as a team towards achieving your mental health goals. I enjoy working with children and adults who are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, past traumatic experiences, emotional stress, and various challenges throughout their daily routine. My approach to therapy is collaborative and encourages open communication and authenticity as we work towards exploring concerns and building skills in order to achieve your goals.

NOW OFFERING TELETHERAPY. Therapeutic art making, facilitated by a licensed art therapist (me!), can help you to explore feelings, resolve conflicts, work through difficult behaviors and addictions, reduce anxiety, improve mood, and increase self-esteem. Art therapy is a treatment of choice for individuals who have experienced trauma. I am a licensed art therapist and counselor, as well as a sand tray therapist, who works with adolescents and adults who are experiencing the effects of trauma and many other emotional difficulties. In addition, I am now incorporating EMDR into my practice.

My therapeutic approach is to work with you identifying your potential and the factors that maybe preventing you from achieving your goals. Together we will find and tailor the best therapeutic intervention to assist you.I also offer supervision for LGPCs and for LCPCs. I have 41 years of clinical experience initially as a physician and psychiatrist in Brazil, my birth country, and subsequently as a psychotherapist in the United States.

My clients seek help for various life problems such as depression, anxiety, trauma, family relationship and marital issues, mood disorders, trauma disorders, addiction, just to name a few. Whatever the issue that brings someone to therapy, we all need support, guidance, and healing in a safe nurturing environment. I offer a compassionate individualized approach to therapy and healing. I believe that a therapist's role is to help others to tap into the wisdom and healing that resides within.

My goal is to create an approachable and non-judgemental environment, in which you can discuss any concerns you may have. Maybe you need support in a recent life transition? Maybe you are experiencing intrusive or racing thoughts? Maybe issues from the past keep affecting your present day? Maybe you just came out to your family? I want to create a space in which you feel you are able to process these events.

Therapy with me will provide a safe, warm, nonjudgmental space where you will feel fully heard and understood. I provide a compassionate, identity-affirming, trauma-centered space where we will work through your story. Within a feminist, anti-oppressive framework, we will explore patterns in your thoughts about self and others, your relationships, and your coping strategies. We will work to understand how your history and current situation shape who you are today. Together we will vision where you want to be and I will facilitate your growth and healing to support you to reach this.

Depression, shame, anger, fear, loss, and thoughts of death and dying are not friendly companions. Are they yours? Have you tried ‘coping skills,’ ‘self-help,’ meds? Some people try substance use and/or isolation. Others may have tried therapy, once or twice or a lot. The troublesome companions may go away for awhile, or they may persist. They menace and hold you back. They get in the way of what you want to accomplish in life, work, or play. If any of this sounds familiar, I hope you’ll consider my practice. People I have had the privilege to come to know deeply help me understand the experience of being human - including my own.

Currently accepting patients for Telehealth sessions and remote EMDR. I've been blessed to be able to work in this field for over the last 23 years, 13 as a psychotherapist. Over that time I've been able to work with a myriad amount of problems, ranging from anxiety, depression, substance abuse, ADHD in both adults and children, as well as work with families in distress. I personally take great enjoyment in working with people with anxiety based difficulties, having had the greatest success with this population. I am now opening my work to include more people that have had traumas, big and small.

Anxious about coronavirus? Is self-isolation or self-quarantine affecting your mental health or relationship negatively? Angry, irritable or fighting? Need to talk to a highly empathic laser focused direct therapist who will maintain your confidentiality, genuinely care about you and teach strategies for quick relief? Let's talk so we can work together to create positive changes. I love working with couples, empaths and highly sensitive clients. I can also help in the collaborative divorce process.

Psychotherapy has the capacity to change us deeply. But it can also be subtle: allowing for a sense of "staying the same while changing," as we hold onto the parts of ourselves we value, while better understanding those parts that may be getting in the way. I work from the belief that meaningful and lasting change occurs in the context of relationships - including the relationship between therapist and patient. People come to me with painful relationships, difficult family dynamics, uncomfortable mood or anxiety symptoms, a general feeling something isn't right, or the desire to simply know themselves better.