Gottman Method Therapists in Alaska

I specialize in working with people in relationships. The relationships we have with ourselves and others, are constantly changing. My clients include couples and individuals who want to establish their most authentic selves and ideal partnerships. I believe we are all worthy of feeling love, and having the ability to share that love with others. I am dedicated to supporting the process of connecting to gain the skills needed to develop or maintain healthy relationships. Whether you are looking to heal with a partner or individually, I welcome the opportunity to work with you.

Managing life and all the emotions that come with it can be hard. Many people want to make sense of their life. Why do I react the way I do? Starting therapy is a great way to start unpacking answers to those life questions. I will provide you the safe and non-judgmental environment to begin to explore your thoughts, memories, and long-term goals. I can meet you where you are at in your life and together, we will begin your journey towards healing. I will be your biggest advocate in reaching your future goals. Together we will process your past and current life stressors to enable you to live your life in the present.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specializing in the areas of trauma (sexual abuse, physical abuse, maltreatment, PTSD), anxiety, depression, self-esteem & identity, and couples and family work. I have experience working with children ages 3 and up, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. When working with couples I utilize the research and theories of the Gottman Method developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman to facilitate reconnection and strengthen communication. I find it is important to use empathy, respect, compassion, and authenticity to form a genuine, trusting relationship with all my clients.

Ready to turn a new page in the chapter of your life? Take a deep breath, envision the new you without judgement. Self-assertive, healthy boundaries, free of anxiety, renewed understanding of the strengths and weakness within you, improved communication in your relationships: this can be you. My work focuses on providing quality mental health services to individuals suffering with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders. In addition, I assist individuals currently experiencing significant stressors from work, life transitions, poor communication in marriage, relationships conflict, or grief.

I have been an LMFT since 1993. During that time I've had both education and experience with many of the issues we encounter as we pass through our lives. Couples, individuals and teens are the majority of my practice. We work on relationship problems, divorce and co-parenting, anxiety and depression and parent-child problems. I also have training and experience working with clients with sexual concerns and Active Duty Military, families and Veterans. I am currently accepting telephonic and video clients in Oregon. Telehealth has been extensively researched and found to have similar positive results as face-to-face.

My ideal clients are women who are in the stage of life of bringing new life into the world. It can rock your world, it will bring up stuff from your past that you thought you were over. It will force you and dad to reconsider your current reality. Let me help. It can get overwhelming and bordering on darkness- but I'm here to remind you that things ALWAYS change. Nothing ever stays that same. With help, we can get you to adjust to your new life and thrive in your new normal!

Do you feel constantly overwhelmed or ever realize that feelings of anger or sadness have “hijacked” you and taken over control of your behaviors? Or maybe you are feeling alone and disconnected. What might it look like for you to experience feelings of peace, hope and joy more regularly? Restoration Family Therapy, LLC. desires to walk with you along your unique journey of healing and growth. Our initial paperwork is easily accessed online and appointments are conveniently offered by Telehealth, where in the comfort of your own home you can improve self regulation of emotional reactivity and restore relationship bonds with others.

You have already taken the first step towards a better life! By being proactive and searching for someone who can help make the changes you desire, you have shown you are ready to make this a reality. Are you wondering how life got so hard and it feels like you can’t keep up? Maybe you are not happy with yourself or your partner. Have you lost your sense of self or feel unappreciated? Perhaps you want to learn how to better communicate and reduce conflict with your partner, your family or your friends? Old answers are not working anymore and you want to create new solutions.

I have 30 years of experience working with clients seeking to thrive in life. I specialize in working with trauma (a stressful event that shatters ones sense of security in the world leaving them feeling overwhelmed and helpless) using EMDR, Sensorimotor psychotherapy, Sandtray therapy, Art therapy and Play therapy. I work with adults, children, and families. I believe in a holistic approach incorporating the mind, body and spirit to heal.

As a clinical therapist I am committed to treating the whole person; spirit, mind, and body. I am an EMDR provider and facilitate holistic treatment to adults, adolescents, and couples with a variety of needs.

As a licensed clinical therapist with more than twenty years of experience, I am able to provide quality individualized care to my clients. I can help you and your family with the challenges you may be facing. My clients trust me to support and guide them with achieving the goals they set for themselves. As someone who understands the transformative power of therapy, I am passionate about learning, listening and bringing balance to the lives of my clients. Please feel free to bring your pet into your session!

"When nothing is certain, anything is possible." As a therapist, I consider it an honor to be a part of your life as you undergo transformation. Every day clients I work with find relief as the quality of their life improves. My role in your journey is to provide support and guidance while you achieve amazing goals. I approach the challenges faced by my clients by assisting them to see their strengths, resources, and potential. Life throws many challenges our way, but with compassion, warmth, and creativity, I can help you overcome the obstacles.

My focus is in providing clients an opportunity to create better connection with themselves and those around them. I work with both couples and individuals, taking part in their journey by providing a new perspective, asking the hard questions, and helping people understand the habitual patterns they get stuck in. My role is collaborative as we discuss sensitive topics that are hard to explore outside of therapy such as sex, gender, communication, addiction, intimacy and trauma. I welcome the opportunity to provide you with a safe and engaging environment to explore new ways of coping.

Respectful, supportive, positive CBT THERAPY, insight oriented, life coaching, wellness consulting, communication/problem solving and symptom mgt. for performance techniques with results. Regain control, improve relationships, communication, problem solving, work/career or sport. Brief intensive skill building tools for success. Strength based, personality specific Goal and objective setting. Be independent, yet patient; journal and homework", appreciation for incremental gains. Your individual uniqueness, intuition and inner guidance system are valued, so fine tune those To work well for you. Mind, body, spirit appreciated. Disabilities infant mental health young children. couples, marital, sex counseling, addictions, porn, horse therapy. Trauma specialist, anxiety, depression.

Are you and your partner stuck in a repeating conflict cycle? Are you struggling with intimacy? Would you like to feel more authentic or whole in connecting with your partner and others? I work with couples and individuals to create a warm and safe relationship where they can explore who they are, why they are, and what is in the way of their intimacy and thriving.

Do you ever wish you could truly be listened to and understood? I have felt the intensity of that longing and know the joy of having it answered. Because of my experience, I love connecting with people, building relationships, and hearing people's true hearts. It can feel scary to invite another person into our deepest places, but it can help us clarify who we are and allow us to experience healing within a safe relationship. This is why I love counseling. It is a joy to walk alongside people as they discover who they are made to be.

In-Person/35 Yrs of Experience/Current Availability - Have you always blazed your own trail, worked hard and enjoyed many successes in life? Have you been able to tackle challenges with ease as they come up? Maybe you've found all of this to be true, but now there is this relationship dynamic or personal problem that just won’t go away. Then give me a call, you are my specialty. My extensive Gottman and Brainspotting training can go to work for you. I help circular problems find a resting ground. I keep the temperature cooler so that obstacles disappear. I help healing begin. Let's get started on a new way to do life.

Refocus Counseling providing Clinical Supervision for PsyD, M.A. and LPC post-graduate students. Supervision is the process of reviewing and monitoring the practitioner’s work to increase their skills to help them solve problems in order to provide clients the optimal quality of service possible and prevent harm from occurring. What sets supervision apart is the evaluative process. We provide an assurance of ethical practice, continued professional growth with evaluation in a successful, counseling practice with the infrastructure in place for you to develop your own clinical expertise.

I believe in the power of connection and relationships. Many times in our lives, we come into places where we get stuck, feel disconnected, and wonder about our place in this life. This can look like depression, anxiety, disconnection, broken relationships, or more. My aim is to help you feel more settled within yourself, to develop more fulfilling and satisfying relationships, and to create purpose and meaning in your life. Through our time together, it's my sincere hope you will begin to experience the happiness and satisfaction that you are searching for in your life