Seeking help or support from a therapist can be a scary and intimidating process. I understand that and commend you for being brave in reaching out for support. I offer a safe and compassionate space in which you can explore difficult experiences, express vulnerable emotions, and identify barriers to your success. I believe you are the expert in your own life and my role is to help facilitate growth and change that you desire. I believe our life experiences offer opportunities for growth in our personal lives, as well as in relationships with others.

It feels overwhelming to reach out for help & yet you, your family your relationships are too important to allow them to suffer. As an Individual, Child & Family Therapist I will help you re-set your path for balancing your life. In our work together you will learn healthier ways to communicate, techniques to help you cope with unexpected challenges & mindfulness skills to help you stay focused and calm. These benefits will change your life & go beyond symptom relief. Areas of expertise: PTSD, Play Therapy, Separation/Divorce, Parenting Challenges, Relational Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Behavioral & Emotional Concerns and more.

Life is complex for everyone. Whether you are a toddler trying to communicate your needs or a family who is stuck in destructive interaction, wouldn't it be great if there was a manual that could give us all the answers? Life experience has taught me that having compassionate support in therapy was the key in finding my "life manual". I strive to give back what has been given to me. Based on my background as a professional musician and 25 years of teaching experience, I am especially interested in working with children age 3-10. I am also passionate to work with new immigrants with acculturation stress.

I believe you are the expert in your own life and my role is to help facilitate the changes you want to make. I provide a safe space for clients to explore past trauma, share vulnerable emotional experiences, and identify barriers to their success. I am passionate about the work I do to help individuals, couples, and families create the lives they desire.

Esther is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She earned a Master of Arts degree in Counseling with a youth and child specialization. She received a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. As a counselor, Esther is committed to serving clients by partnering with them in working toward healthy change, development, and growth. Her areas of concentration include PTSD, play therapy, neurofeedback therapy, and parent skills training, utilizing EMDR, brainspotting and peak performance training.

**I am currently accepting new clients via Telehealth during this time. ** As a humanistic counselor, I believe that relationship between client and counselor is one of equals. I also believe in tailoring counseling theories/techniques from client to client, as I realize each client is unique. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space for you that allows you to continue to grow and learn more about yourself.

"If we permit ourselves to screen out or “bracket” the everyday concerns of life…we inevitably arrive at the deep structures of existence…death, isolation, meaning in life, and freedom" (Irvin Yalom). Whether you have a specific issue you want to work on or just feel stuck and need to talk, therapy can be a great tool to meet those needs. I work from a humanistic framework incorporating evidence based practices in my approach to healing, learning life skills and self discovery, all of which lead us to living healthy, fulfilling and meaningful lives.

Welcome! I help individuals, couples and families navigate difficult times, explore and integrate past traumas and become aware of maladaptive thought patterns and habits. My goal is to assist you in becoming your best self. The approach we take will be based on your unique needs and concerns. If anxiety and depression are at the forefront, we will tackle these issues by exploring thought patterns, habits and life stressors. If you are feeling lost or stuck, we will identify personal values and brainstorm long and short-term goals. Always, I will bring an open-minded perspective to the relationship.

Welcome! I enjoy working with individuals and couples, and walking alongside them in their healing. I believe therapy is a collaborative experience between the family and therapist, that each client has the resiliency and resources they need already within, and that it is our job to uncover them. My work with clients considers biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors. I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing relational distress, sex concerns, infertility/pregnancy issues, transracial/transnational family dynamics, processing trauma, religion and spirituality, body-image concerns, or low self esteem.

Do you find yourself confused? Exhausted? Scared? Overwhelmed? I can help. I have a unique understanding of unhealthy relationships and how they operate. Most relationships start out hopeful and happy. Many turn at some point and this is where confusion lives. My philosophy is simple...break down where it went wrong and rebuild from there. This takes a lot of work, and a lot of commitment, I won't sugar-coat...but it can be done. Or, perhaps you have issues with non-intimate relationships, maybe a parent, sibling, or child. Or maybe your child has conflicts with your ex. This too can be understood and made healthier.

Currently offering Online therapy for children & women! Your child's anxiety and depression may have increased with isolation from friends, adjustment to online schooling, and disruption in schedule. Maybe you're a parent or caregiver who is frustrated with your child/teen's behavior at home? May be you are a parent who is overwhelmed and wants to parent mindfully. May be your child is struggling with anxiety and depression, and you are unsure how to help them and need a holistic approach. You may have noticed your child struggling with self regulation, high anxiety, sadness, anger issues, ADHD, Autism and learning difficulties.

Your relationship is far too significant to watch suffer. In your time with me, you'll find the healing guidance needed for unheard pain and defeating conflict to be transformed into a relationship worth keeping. Together, we can turn sabotaging dead end patterns and hopeless stuckness with your partner, kids, or even within yourself, into a new bond. The dead and dying spots of your life and relationships need not prescribe the rest of your existence. So, we start where you are, create safe space there and discover how your steps toward change can continue.

"Only when we are brave enough to explore darkness will we discover infinite power of our light - B.B". Through a healthier understanding of our patterns and past we will gain the ultimate goal of therapy: unconditional self-acceptance. I create a safe and respectful space for us to explore ways to reduce your suffering, while creating alignment and joy in yourself and your relationships. I continue to be inspired by the work and the progress I see my clients make every day. My goal is to empower my clients and provide them with the support and tools they need to move forward, feeling more insightful, intentional, and fulfilled.

If you are looking for confidential, professional and respectful counseling, you have come to the right place. If you have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship or family struggles... our group of qualified therapists will work with you on improving areas of your life so you gain control. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. We will work with you to better understand and resolve challenges in your life and help you discover what may be holding you back from experiencing a fulfilling and meaningful life.

Hello & I am accepting new clients! Congrats on taking your first step--awesome work! Starting this journey can be challenging and the unknown can be scary. You might have a lot of questions and challenges you want to overcome, which is where our relationship starts. Together, sessions are collaborative, strength-based, and non-judgmental. It is important that you feel safe and listened to in sessions, and that is where I come in. Let's use our strengths together-- you know you best and I have the tools to help. I believe in you!

**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS - DISTANCE THERAPY OFFERED** Finding a counselor is a tough and at times daunting task as it’s scary to meet someone new and share with them your personal concerns and challenges. I am here to help! My hope, is you will be able to gain the courage and strength to become empowered to live your life in the most authentic way possible. You are a unique individual and I am here to support you through life's up and downs. That first step is having the support to get you there and I am here to do that.

You've let go of the toxic relationship, addictive behavior, and self defeating patterns, and you want to remain empowered, strong, supported through it all. You seek someone you can talk to, someone other than friend or family. Whether you're recovering from a break-up or a major life event like quarantine or imposed isolation, it's time to build support and concrete skills for the healthy, authentic life you've always desired.

The collaborative relationship that we create in therapy is a powerful tool for positive change. Therapy leads to increased awareness about the kinds of past and present patterns that cause problems in our lives. As a therapist, I facilitate the change process, increasing a client's coping, self-esteem and self-awareness, and life satisfaction.

Whether you are new to seeking therapy or are well-versed with the process, I am committed to creating a warm and respectful space to support your sense of self and potential for growth. I work with individuals including children, teens, and adults. Do you find it difficult to cope with the challenges of family, work, or school? Has a recent circumstance caused you to feel lost or uncertain? Have your past traumas distorted your self-view as someone who is broken or unworthy? You can heal and I’m here to help. Together, we’ll build upon the talents and skills you already have to reach your future goals.