"My approach comes from a strengths based perspective. I believe that individuals have the ability to make significant life changes by identifying the sources of their current difficulties, understanding why their coping methods may have made good sense at the time, and learning new ways of being in the world that fit with who they are now and that support their growth and heart's desire. My role is to provide a supportive, trust-based environment and help individuals create the lives they wish to live."
"My approach comes from a strengths based perspective. I believe that individuals have the ability to make significant life changes by identifying the sources of their current difficulties, understanding why their coping methods may have made good sense at the time, and learning new ways of being in the world that fit with who they are now and that support their growth and heart's desire. My role is to provide a supportive, trust-based environment and help individuals create the lives they wish to live."
"I offer psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families. I view therapy not only as a means to reduce emotional distress, but also as an approach to personal growth. I believe that therapy should not be a way of life. I therefore emphasize the acquisition of concrete skills (communication, emotion regulation) and offer solution-focused therapy, while also recognizing that some issues require longer-term work. I view therapy as a collaborative process of exploration. I bring to this process an attitude of compassionate curiosity and non-judgment. I also draw on my own bi-cultural experience - I was born and raised in Prague, Czech Republic."
"I offer psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families. I view therapy not only as a means to reduce emotional distress, but also as an approach to personal growth. I believe that therapy should not be a way of life. I therefore emphasize the acquisition of concrete skills (communication, emotion regulation) and offer solution-focused therapy, while also recognizing that some issues require longer-term work. I view therapy as a collaborative process of exploration. I bring to this process an attitude of compassionate curiosity and non-judgment. I also draw on my own bi-cultural experience - I was born and raised in Prague, Czech Republic."
"I view all aspects of human sexuality as normal. I believe there is no wrong way to have a body. I view gender as a spectrum. I believe that neurodiversity makes the world a richer place. I view pleasure as a human right."
"I view all aspects of human sexuality as normal. I believe there is no wrong way to have a body. I view gender as a spectrum. I believe that neurodiversity makes the world a richer place. I view pleasure as a human right."
"I offer a warm and inviting environment for my clients to do deep and transformative work. While I have a background in traditional psychodynamic therapy, my work has evolved over 27 years to a more relational and somatic style, drawing primarily from my belief that the relationship between therapist and client is essential for safety, and the body is essential to listen to for the "whole story". My training in Somatic Experiencing has allowed me to open up a world beyond words with my clients, helping them experience their reactions, feelings and behavior patterns that are both distressing and joyful."
"I offer a warm and inviting environment for my clients to do deep and transformative work. While I have a background in traditional psychodynamic therapy, my work has evolved over 27 years to a more relational and somatic style, drawing primarily from my belief that the relationship between therapist and client is essential for safety, and the body is essential to listen to for the "whole story". My training in Somatic Experiencing has allowed me to open up a world beyond words with my clients, helping them experience their reactions, feelings and behavior patterns that are both distressing and joyful."
"***Not accepting new clients at this time** I see therapy as part of the life-long process of getting to know ourselves and our own minds. To support this process I strive to create a space that is warm, collaborative and inquisitive. In my experience, the therapeutic relationship helps people understand patterns of thinking and interacting that have become painful. By learning about these patterns in a supportive space, people often feel less stuck in their lives and more capable of making positive change."
"***Not accepting new clients at this time** I see therapy as part of the life-long process of getting to know ourselves and our own minds. To support this process I strive to create a space that is warm, collaborative and inquisitive. In my experience, the therapeutic relationship helps people understand patterns of thinking and interacting that have become painful. By learning about these patterns in a supportive space, people often feel less stuck in their lives and more capable of making positive change."
"My mission is to create a healing sanctuary for my clients to feel safe and understood. I specialize in helping people recover from trauma, addiction, eating and body image issues, anxiety, and depression. Together we make sense of seemingly illogical or out of proportion reactions and responses. I believe even the most challenging parts of our personalities are creative adaptations developed to help us survive, and that true healing involves honoring these parts of ourselves, while working to find beneficial pathways in our present life circumstances. I incorporate a variety of modalities in a collaborative and integrative style."
"My mission is to create a healing sanctuary for my clients to feel safe and understood. I specialize in helping people recover from trauma, addiction, eating and body image issues, anxiety, and depression. Together we make sense of seemingly illogical or out of proportion reactions and responses. I believe even the most challenging parts of our personalities are creative adaptations developed to help us survive, and that true healing involves honoring these parts of ourselves, while working to find beneficial pathways in our present life circumstances. I incorporate a variety of modalities in a collaborative and integrative style."
"I believe that whether you are just curious about yourself or suffering in one of life's inevitable dark places, therapy can provide a supportive, safe haven to find your way out. I have a generalist practice with 20+ years experience, and believe that understanding our relationships is the key to figuring out how and why we struggle. I provide a creative and collaborative approach to therapy, using compassion, reflection and a healthy dose of humor."
"I believe that whether you are just curious about yourself or suffering in one of life's inevitable dark places, therapy can provide a supportive, safe haven to find your way out. I have a generalist practice with 20+ years experience, and believe that understanding our relationships is the key to figuring out how and why we struggle. I provide a creative and collaborative approach to therapy, using compassion, reflection and a healthy dose of humor."
"Twenty six years of practice as a psychotherapist have offered me the privilege of coming to understand and be helpful to many people who have presented to me with diverse backgrounds and painful experiences. I would be honored to sit with you, to come to understand and help you find a way through the unique difficulties confronting you today."
"Twenty six years of practice as a psychotherapist have offered me the privilege of coming to understand and be helpful to many people who have presented to me with diverse backgrounds and painful experiences. I would be honored to sit with you, to come to understand and help you find a way through the unique difficulties confronting you today."
"I have a full case load at this time (December 2018), and am receiving so many inquiries, I am unable to return calls or emails. As soon as I have an opening , I will change this message. So sorry..."
"I have a full case load at this time (December 2018), and am receiving so many inquiries, I am unable to return calls or emails. As soon as I have an opening , I will change this message. So sorry..."
"I provide an empathic and supportive therapeutic relationship working toward the goals of healing past emotional wounds, developing healthier self-image and healthier relationships, and inspiring positive growth and change."
"I provide an empathic and supportive therapeutic relationship working toward the goals of healing past emotional wounds, developing healthier self-image and healthier relationships, and inspiring positive growth and change."
"My passion is to work with people facing difficult challenges to get them closer to the life they want. I work from a strength-based perspective, building on the talents, skills and abilities that you already have. I'm comfortable employing an eclectic range of technique and theory, but in the end, we will work together to find a form of therapy that works for you."
"My passion is to work with people facing difficult challenges to get them closer to the life they want. I work from a strength-based perspective, building on the talents, skills and abilities that you already have. I'm comfortable employing an eclectic range of technique and theory, but in the end, we will work together to find a form of therapy that works for you."
"I have been working with children and families for more than 25 years. My approach is strength based - I'm interested in helping you get results. I am collaborative in my approach and at the same time I use specific knowledge and skills to provide support around a variety of issues. My "wheelhouse" is working with children, families and adults who have experienced developmental trauma. I use neuroscience, attachment and developmental approaches to work with trauma as it impacts children, adults, families, couples and individuals. I have an M.Ed in counseling (1992) from Umass Amherst and an MSW (2002) from Smith SSW."
"I have been working with children and families for more than 25 years. My approach is strength based - I'm interested in helping you get results. I am collaborative in my approach and at the same time I use specific knowledge and skills to provide support around a variety of issues. My "wheelhouse" is working with children, families and adults who have experienced developmental trauma. I use neuroscience, attachment and developmental approaches to work with trauma as it impacts children, adults, families, couples and individuals. I have an M.Ed in counseling (1992) from Umass Amherst and an MSW (2002) from Smith SSW."
"My goal is to help you access the innate strength you have and develop new skills, whether you are struggling with grief, depression, anxiety or challenges related to changing life circumstances. I take a strength-based approach and believe that the relationship with one's therapist is critical to the success of the work. Therapy is not for the faint of heart. It can be hard work, but we can also laugh along the way. My hope is to support you in a way that allows you to meet your world with joy and vigor."
"My goal is to help you access the innate strength you have and develop new skills, whether you are struggling with grief, depression, anxiety or challenges related to changing life circumstances. I take a strength-based approach and believe that the relationship with one's therapist is critical to the success of the work. Therapy is not for the faint of heart. It can be hard work, but we can also laugh along the way. My hope is to support you in a way that allows you to meet your world with joy and vigor."
"<< THE PRACTICE IS FULL AND NOT ABLE TO ACCEPT NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. THANK YOU >> I believe that human beings are resilient and posses a great capacity for compassion which can lead to healing and deep satisfaction. Through self-observation, mind-body awareness and developing self-acceptance and compassion we can update coping styles, relationship patterns, thoughts and behaviors that have become sources of feeling "stuck" or suffering. Clients often find that they are able to increase their emotional and coping capacities, and create new ways of responding to experiences that had previously felt overwhelming."
"<< THE PRACTICE IS FULL AND NOT ABLE TO ACCEPT NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. THANK YOU >> I believe that human beings are resilient and posses a great capacity for compassion which can lead to healing and deep satisfaction. Through self-observation, mind-body awareness and developing self-acceptance and compassion we can update coping styles, relationship patterns, thoughts and behaviors that have become sources of feeling "stuck" or suffering. Clients often find that they are able to increase their emotional and coping capacities, and create new ways of responding to experiences that had previously felt overwhelming."
"* ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS * I offer a welcoming and respectful space in which to understand your personal and relational challenges. Through respectful listening, warm and gentle presence, and cultural sensitivity, I'll help you find more wisdom and perspective in your life. I will collaborate with you to address issues such as anxiety, depression, illness, loss, and transitions. My clients tell me that I am compassionate and very present and that they feel safe with me."
"* ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS * I offer a welcoming and respectful space in which to understand your personal and relational challenges. Through respectful listening, warm and gentle presence, and cultural sensitivity, I'll help you find more wisdom and perspective in your life. I will collaborate with you to address issues such as anxiety, depression, illness, loss, and transitions. My clients tell me that I am compassionate and very present and that they feel safe with me."
"With empathy, deep listening and grounded humor, I help many people to overcome the difficulties they face. I begin with profound respect for how people have learned to cope. I work with people to continue their healing path in a way that makes sense for them by pulling on my understanding of EMDR, trauma, psychodynamic, spirituality and play therapy frameworks. We will work together to understand the roots of your difficulties and your strengths, so we can know how to release you from what blocks you."
"With empathy, deep listening and grounded humor, I help many people to overcome the difficulties they face. I begin with profound respect for how people have learned to cope. I work with people to continue their healing path in a way that makes sense for them by pulling on my understanding of EMDR, trauma, psychodynamic, spirituality and play therapy frameworks. We will work together to understand the roots of your difficulties and your strengths, so we can know how to release you from what blocks you."
"I provide individual Psychotherapy for adults in the Western Massachusetts Northampton, Amherst and Springfield areas. I am a license Independent Clinical Social Worker with 36 years experience practicing psychotherapy. I believe psychotherapy is about working towards becoming more at home with oneself and others even under stressful situations. This work can only be done when there is safety and confidentiality. Insurance accepted."
"I provide individual Psychotherapy for adults in the Western Massachusetts Northampton, Amherst and Springfield areas. I am a license Independent Clinical Social Worker with 36 years experience practicing psychotherapy. I believe psychotherapy is about working towards becoming more at home with oneself and others even under stressful situations. This work can only be done when there is safety and confidentiality. Insurance accepted."
"I have seen great success working with people asking themselves why they continue to sabotage themselves just before accomplishing their goals. This has been primarily with people struggling to stop addictive behaviors, but also with less severe struggles including improving their life situation in school, career and relationship challenges."
"I have seen great success working with people asking themselves why they continue to sabotage themselves just before accomplishing their goals. This has been primarily with people struggling to stop addictive behaviors, but also with less severe struggles including improving their life situation in school, career and relationship challenges."
"***I am not currently accepting new clients** After many conversations with friends, family, coworkers, and sometimes complete strangers, I often hear "Wow! I've never shared that with anyone before!" I will bring this open, non-judgmental, and accepting part of myself to all of our work together. Whatever issue you are asking for help with, I am here to join with you and support your efforts to make positive changes, to find clarity, and to move forward with understanding and self-love."
"***I am not currently accepting new clients** After many conversations with friends, family, coworkers, and sometimes complete strangers, I often hear "Wow! I've never shared that with anyone before!" I will bring this open, non-judgmental, and accepting part of myself to all of our work together. Whatever issue you are asking for help with, I am here to join with you and support your efforts to make positive changes, to find clarity, and to move forward with understanding and self-love."
"**Thank you for visiting my page -- I do not have availability for new clients at this time** You want to talk about what's on your mind, but it's tough. You don't want to tell someone and have them try to 'fix' you, give you unwanted advice, or make you feel judged. You want a confidential space where you can reflect, talk things out, and really be heard. I believe that you have a strong desire to grow and succeed within you, no matter how buried or blocked. You don't need people to tell you what to do, but maybe a space to slow down, make sense of things, and talk through next steps."
"**Thank you for visiting my page -- I do not have availability for new clients at this time** You want to talk about what's on your mind, but it's tough. You don't want to tell someone and have them try to 'fix' you, give you unwanted advice, or make you feel judged. You want a confidential space where you can reflect, talk things out, and really be heard. I believe that you have a strong desire to grow and succeed within you, no matter how buried or blocked. You don't need people to tell you what to do, but maybe a space to slow down, make sense of things, and talk through next steps."
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