"As a counselor, my mission is to help individuals find the strength and resources within themselves to improve their emotional well-being, enhance their ability to engage in interpersonal relationships, and regain control of their lives.
My approach is solution-focused and proactive. Working collaboratively, we will seek to gain insight and confront obstacles to change and develop skills, which will lead to confident decision making and lasting change. I utilize techniques adapted from solution-focused, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral theory, and stay flexible to incorporate cutting edge research to tailor my approach to your unique needs."
"As a counselor, my mission is to help individuals find the strength and resources within themselves to improve their emotional well-being, enhance their ability to engage in interpersonal relationships, and regain control of their lives.
My approach is solution-focused and proactive. Working collaboratively, we will seek to gain insight and confront obstacles to change and develop skills, which will lead to confident decision making and lasting change. I utilize techniques adapted from solution-focused, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral theory, and stay flexible to incorporate cutting edge research to tailor my approach to your unique needs."
"I offer a friendly, respectful and collaborative approach to therapy. I place a high priority on listening, and attending to what you say you would like to accomplish together. Your issues will be addressed in a safe and nurturing atmosphere. I will help you look at your strengths and values and how your choices - material and spiritual - can support your goals. My education over the past 30 years - formal and otherwise - has given me a broad base of human experience, and I share my thoughts and insights with my clients when it seems appropriate."
"I offer a friendly, respectful and collaborative approach to therapy. I place a high priority on listening, and attending to what you say you would like to accomplish together. Your issues will be addressed in a safe and nurturing atmosphere. I will help you look at your strengths and values and how your choices - material and spiritual - can support your goals. My education over the past 30 years - formal and otherwise - has given me a broad base of human experience, and I share my thoughts and insights with my clients when it seems appropriate."
"Emotional pain, fear, and problems in life can propel someone into therapy. Distress can feel deep-rooted, and in actuality, often does reflect early, 'ancient' issues. I believe that also in our deepest roots, we may tap into powers of resilience and of amazing, unique selfhood that nourish us in development toward our human potentialities. In courageous exploration of, and work through life's challenges, we can find, and bring to light, marvelous, hard-won gifts of self-actualization, and well-being."
"Emotional pain, fear, and problems in life can propel someone into therapy. Distress can feel deep-rooted, and in actuality, often does reflect early, 'ancient' issues. I believe that also in our deepest roots, we may tap into powers of resilience and of amazing, unique selfhood that nourish us in development toward our human potentialities. In courageous exploration of, and work through life's challenges, we can find, and bring to light, marvelous, hard-won gifts of self-actualization, and well-being."
"We all can feel stuck from time to time. Whether it's a relationship issue, a career issue, or challenges with depression or anxiety, we can find ourselves repeating the same patterns. I work with individuals, couples, and groups and help people understand the patterns of their lives and how to move beyond challenges and towards fulfillment."
"We all can feel stuck from time to time. Whether it's a relationship issue, a career issue, or challenges with depression or anxiety, we can find ourselves repeating the same patterns. I work with individuals, couples, and groups and help people understand the patterns of their lives and how to move beyond challenges and towards fulfillment."
"Making the decision to seek therapy is a powerful moment in your life, and finding the right therapist is the next step on that path. I see my role as a partner and witness in your exploration of what being a whole person means to you. Anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues or a general feeling of being "stuck" are just some of the possible issues that might bring you to therapy. Regardless of the reason you may choose to work with me, you can expect to find a place of acceptance in which to share your authentic self."
"Making the decision to seek therapy is a powerful moment in your life, and finding the right therapist is the next step on that path. I see my role as a partner and witness in your exploration of what being a whole person means to you. Anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues or a general feeling of being "stuck" are just some of the possible issues that might bring you to therapy. Regardless of the reason you may choose to work with me, you can expect to find a place of acceptance in which to share your authentic self."
"I work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages. I have a Masters in Clinical Health Psychology and a Masters in Nutrition/Dietetics, which helps lend to a holistic approach to my work with clients. I commonly work with health behavioral change, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD and trauma, self-harm, eating disorders, ADHD, and relationship change. My treatment approach utilizes a biopsychosocial lense in long-term therapy based in psychodynamic, strengths-based, and integrative work. I utilize coping skills from CBT, DBT, ACT, and Mindfulness. I incorporated life-skills such a assertiveness, boundaries, and career."
"I work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages. I have a Masters in Clinical Health Psychology and a Masters in Nutrition/Dietetics, which helps lend to a holistic approach to my work with clients. I commonly work with health behavioral change, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD and trauma, self-harm, eating disorders, ADHD, and relationship change. My treatment approach utilizes a biopsychosocial lense in long-term therapy based in psychodynamic, strengths-based, and integrative work. I utilize coping skills from CBT, DBT, ACT, and Mindfulness. I incorporated life-skills such a assertiveness, boundaries, and career."
"Do you feel alone and unable to cope? Are you having difficulty managing your relationship with eating and your body? Perhaps the barriers in your life feel insurmountable and it's hard to see a way out. Our body is an often forgotten component to our psychological well-being and is a place of action which holds information about our emotional state and past/present experiences. Generally my approach is individually tailored and I support transformation by helping you connect to all aspects of yourself- your strengths, emotions, and bodily wisdom."
"Do you feel alone and unable to cope? Are you having difficulty managing your relationship with eating and your body? Perhaps the barriers in your life feel insurmountable and it's hard to see a way out. Our body is an often forgotten component to our psychological well-being and is a place of action which holds information about our emotional state and past/present experiences. Generally my approach is individually tailored and I support transformation by helping you connect to all aspects of yourself- your strengths, emotions, and bodily wisdom."
"My therapeutic approach is based on the belief that all humans tend towards health, and that many "unhealthy/problematic" behaviors/relationships develop out of an attempt to cope with chaotic, unhealthy, confusing, and/or traumatic experiences. I have found that integrating humanistic, existential, and relational techniques in therapy offers the client a holistic way of exploring, understanding, and ultimately altering or coping with discomfort. My practice is client centered and I have an equal partnership with my clients. It is in working together that the client can discover deeper understanding in life and find their healthy and authentic self."
"My therapeutic approach is based on the belief that all humans tend towards health, and that many "unhealthy/problematic" behaviors/relationships develop out of an attempt to cope with chaotic, unhealthy, confusing, and/or traumatic experiences. I have found that integrating humanistic, existential, and relational techniques in therapy offers the client a holistic way of exploring, understanding, and ultimately altering or coping with discomfort. My practice is client centered and I have an equal partnership with my clients. It is in working together that the client can discover deeper understanding in life and find their healthy and authentic self."
"Feelings of loneliness, depression, and isolation are often a surprise when we are surrounded by people at work, home, and in social connections. In over 20 years of practice, I have helped adults and couples to identify and resolve the issues that are obstacles to creating more fulfilling lives and relationships. I bring the qualities of warmth and connection, honesty, sensitivity, creativity, flexibility, humor, clarity and openmindedness, and interactive exchange to sessions.
Individual, couples, and group therapy are included in my practice."
"Feelings of loneliness, depression, and isolation are often a surprise when we are surrounded by people at work, home, and in social connections. In over 20 years of practice, I have helped adults and couples to identify and resolve the issues that are obstacles to creating more fulfilling lives and relationships. I bring the qualities of warmth and connection, honesty, sensitivity, creativity, flexibility, humor, clarity and openmindedness, and interactive exchange to sessions.
Individual, couples, and group therapy are included in my practice."
"Do you have the feeling you're living your own life? The life that you chose? Sometimes work, relationships, emotions, external demands, and our past makes it so hard to feel connected. To what it means to be you. This work is about far more than symptoms, it's about where you're coming from and where you're going. It's from this place that connection and lasting change will come. We all have a story, and we all have somewhere where we'd like to be. It's my hope that by working together you can live authentically."
"Do you have the feeling you're living your own life? The life that you chose? Sometimes work, relationships, emotions, external demands, and our past makes it so hard to feel connected. To what it means to be you. This work is about far more than symptoms, it's about where you're coming from and where you're going. It's from this place that connection and lasting change will come. We all have a story, and we all have somewhere where we'd like to be. It's my hope that by working together you can live authentically."
"I believe it is important to listen carefully and develop an understanding of your concerns and difficulties. After getting a clear picture of what is happening, we can begin to work on and explore areas of your life that are significantly impacting you. I strive to ensure a safe, collaborative and caring environment that allows for your growth and change. My therapeutic orientation is a combination of humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, psychoeducation, and emotion-focused therapy."
"I believe it is important to listen carefully and develop an understanding of your concerns and difficulties. After getting a clear picture of what is happening, we can begin to work on and explore areas of your life that are significantly impacting you. I strive to ensure a safe, collaborative and caring environment that allows for your growth and change. My therapeutic orientation is a combination of humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, psychoeducation, and emotion-focused therapy."
"I enjoy teaching women to know their worth. We tend to be our own harshest critic and underestimate our value, so in our work you will learn how to be kinder and more compassionate with yourself through times of suffering, feelings of inadequacy, or navigating life's challenges. And you don't have to do it alone. We need human connection to maintain emotional and mental wellness and I seek to build a strong, secure relationship with you. In our work together, my hope is you will learn to love your yourself and the body you're in."
"I enjoy teaching women to know their worth. We tend to be our own harshest critic and underestimate our value, so in our work you will learn how to be kinder and more compassionate with yourself through times of suffering, feelings of inadequacy, or navigating life's challenges. And you don't have to do it alone. We need human connection to maintain emotional and mental wellness and I seek to build a strong, secure relationship with you. In our work together, my hope is you will learn to love your yourself and the body you're in."
"My Clients: I regularly work with clients on common issues such as: major life transitions, depression, anxiety, acculturation concerns, work stress, struggles with work-life balance, racial identity, family of origin issues, grief, trauma, and addiction recovery. I am passionate about working with: People of color, Students, people who identify as possessing multiple minority identities, LGBTQIA+ community members, relationship problems, bicultural stress, cultural adjustment, sexual trauma, and issues related to sexual identity and gender. I am also comfortable working with non-heteronormative relationship lifestyles; particularly navigating issues related to open/poly relationships."
"My Clients: I regularly work with clients on common issues such as: major life transitions, depression, anxiety, acculturation concerns, work stress, struggles with work-life balance, racial identity, family of origin issues, grief, trauma, and addiction recovery. I am passionate about working with: People of color, Students, people who identify as possessing multiple minority identities, LGBTQIA+ community members, relationship problems, bicultural stress, cultural adjustment, sexual trauma, and issues related to sexual identity and gender. I am also comfortable working with non-heteronormative relationship lifestyles; particularly navigating issues related to open/poly relationships."
"If you’re struggling with depression or anxiety, I am a warm, empathetic counselor who loves working with people who are looking to change but don’t know how. I love helping my clients flourish in a safe environment that is accepting and nurturing, and that is what I try to create in my therapy sessions. I work well with people who want to find out who they are and dig deep into the process of therapy. Conversely, I also like to focus on practical approaches that will help you feel unstuck and get you back on track. I love working with the LGBTQ+ community and have experience and expertise working with teens and young adults."
"If you’re struggling with depression or anxiety, I am a warm, empathetic counselor who loves working with people who are looking to change but don’t know how. I love helping my clients flourish in a safe environment that is accepting and nurturing, and that is what I try to create in my therapy sessions. I work well with people who want to find out who they are and dig deep into the process of therapy. Conversely, I also like to focus on practical approaches that will help you feel unstuck and get you back on track. I love working with the LGBTQ+ community and have experience and expertise working with teens and young adults."
"I have experience providing individual, couples and group psychotherapy in private practice and University settings with adults between the ages of 17-65 since 2004. I have expertise regarding relationship & family dynamics, life transitions & identity, mood & anxiety, and stress & trauma. My approach to counseling is dynamic, collaborative, & Humanistic. I enjoy supporting people to learn new ways to relate through self-awareness and experiential exercises. I work with individuals to reduce symptoms that impact life, work, and relationships and encourage growth by exploring untapped potential and enhancing overall functioning."
"I have experience providing individual, couples and group psychotherapy in private practice and University settings with adults between the ages of 17-65 since 2004. I have expertise regarding relationship & family dynamics, life transitions & identity, mood & anxiety, and stress & trauma. My approach to counseling is dynamic, collaborative, & Humanistic. I enjoy supporting people to learn new ways to relate through self-awareness and experiential exercises. I work with individuals to reduce symptoms that impact life, work, and relationships and encourage growth by exploring untapped potential and enhancing overall functioning."
"My passion is to help you identify and remove the root cause of your psychological suffering by getting a clearer understanding of how the mind works. We will do this by using a combination of mindfulness based approaches and a process called Inquiry. Mindful Inquiry is a very direct, simple way to peace."
"My passion is to help you identify and remove the root cause of your psychological suffering by getting a clearer understanding of how the mind works. We will do this by using a combination of mindfulness based approaches and a process called Inquiry. Mindful Inquiry is a very direct, simple way to peace."
"For over 30 years I have worked with families, couples, individual adults, and children to help them feel better about themselves and their lives. I have taught people skills at communicating which can help them take care of their needs and not interact in ways that can damage relationships or others' self esteem. Because counseling involves healing on all levels--the body, the emotions and the mind--I help people learn how to heal themselves, and in turn help others to heal. My approach is holistic and client-centered where I integrate therapeutic modalities according to the person's needs."
"For over 30 years I have worked with families, couples, individual adults, and children to help them feel better about themselves and their lives. I have taught people skills at communicating which can help them take care of their needs and not interact in ways that can damage relationships or others' self esteem. Because counseling involves healing on all levels--the body, the emotions and the mind--I help people learn how to heal themselves, and in turn help others to heal. My approach is holistic and client-centered where I integrate therapeutic modalities according to the person's needs."
"Are you looking to have a meaningful, more fulfilling relationship with your partner or spouse? Maybe your relationship is more complicated, more than two, and you want to talk to someone who understands the complex dynamic you live in. Are you feeling stuck, or looking for someone to help as you move into the next stage of your journey? Maybe you are just looking for a queer affirming counselor. Drawing on the experience and encouragement of someone familiar with your concerns, interested in your values and engaged in your success is not a weakness, it is a healthy human need."
"Are you looking to have a meaningful, more fulfilling relationship with your partner or spouse? Maybe your relationship is more complicated, more than two, and you want to talk to someone who understands the complex dynamic you live in. Are you feeling stuck, or looking for someone to help as you move into the next stage of your journey? Maybe you are just looking for a queer affirming counselor. Drawing on the experience and encouragement of someone familiar with your concerns, interested in your values and engaged in your success is not a weakness, it is a healthy human need."
"Every moment in our lives can be used as opportunity for growth. Therefore, I enjoy working best with those who are open to trying something new and challenging held beliefs. I work collaboratively with my clients to journey and find harmony in body, speech, mind, and spirit through integrating existential theories with mind-body techniques such as mindfulness and Somatic Experiencing. I also incorporate humor and the power of presence to assist in cultivating gentleness and compassion in the most difficult spaces."
"Every moment in our lives can be used as opportunity for growth. Therefore, I enjoy working best with those who are open to trying something new and challenging held beliefs. I work collaboratively with my clients to journey and find harmony in body, speech, mind, and spirit through integrating existential theories with mind-body techniques such as mindfulness and Somatic Experiencing. I also incorporate humor and the power of presence to assist in cultivating gentleness and compassion in the most difficult spaces."
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