Out of Network Therapists in Arden, NC

Do you desire to move past issues related to food and body, fear and disconnection? To heal the depression and anxiety that is getting in your way of the life you want? Are you ready to begin understanding your mind body connection and how it can be used to deepen your connection with yourself and others? I specialize in traditional psychotherapy as well as yoga therapy to facilitate healing from eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship distress, and more. When appropriate, I utilize yogic philosophy and technique, such as breathing practices, meditation and asana (physical forms), to provide a body centered, whole-self experience of physical, emotional, mental and spiritual healing. Yoga can be integrated into regular psychotherapy or as an adjunct treatment to recovery.

I believe in every person’s innate resilience and courage. In my therapeutic practice, I enjoy working alongside individuals, couples, and families to highlight and strengthen these qualities while navigating the challenges of life. I employ a person-centered approach that utilizes the therapeutic relationship to explore the basic human need of connection to self and others.

I am best known in the Asheville area as a couples therapist for both heterosexual and gay/lesbian clients. I specialize in restoration of intimacy, including the rebuilding of trust after extramarital involvements, as well as helping with infertility and parenting challenges. I also enjoy helping individual clients and families, including multigenerational families, to solve tough relationship problems.

Making the decision to seek counseling is a rather significant one and can feel different ways for different people whether that be intimidating, scary, exciting, anxiety producing, encouraging, or any number of other reactions. Just as important is finding the right counselor with whom you feel a connection. If you are reading this, you are probably currently searching for some answers and/or direction whether it be for yourself or a loved one. I consider it a privilege to be a counselor and would be happy to talk with you about the possibility of working together and answer any questions you have.

I'm a psychotherapist experienced in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD and more. I help people better cope with distressing symptoms and stressful situations/events, such as trauma, grief & loss, life transitions. I work with clients to find strength, meaning, joy and relief while adjusting to challenges-- whether marriage, divorce, relocation, career change, any new role or phase in life. I work with individuals, couples & families to achieve greater peace, understanding & satisfaction in relationships, enhance parenting skills, stress & anger management skills, along with skills and strategies to improve self-esteem, self-care, emotional regulation, personal boundaries, mindfulness, and more.