Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Madbury, NH

Each one of our journey's are our own, impacted by our personal experiences and our environment. When you make a choice to seek counseling, you are giving yourself permission to create your experiences from a fresh perspective. This choice can happen throughout your life: during times of transition , crisis, or a desire for personal growth. As a counselor, I consider it a privelege to join with you on this journey.

PRACTICE IS FULL. I practice from a primarily cognitive -behavioral approach. Treatment typically includes challenged unhelpful beliefs about yourself, others and the world. Exposure and Response Prevention is typically used as the first line of treatment for OCD, OCD related disorders and anxiety disorders. I also incorporate Acceptance and Commitment, Dialectical Behavioral, and Relational therapies. Any behavior is an intention to sustain the self; yet many times the preserving behavior exacerbates the distress, fear, sadness, or anger.

Because of a broad range of training and experience, I work with the entire lifespan of people, from high schoolers to retired persons in individual and family contexts. I focus on assisting with life transitions, resolving interpersonal conflicts, improving family and social relationships, and also individual emotional and self-regulation issues. I work with people in a collaborative, positive, non-blaming way, using a variety of approaches including cognitive -behavioral and solution-focused therapies. As a retired school psychologist, I am also familiar with how challenges such as ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Developmental Disabilities can impact adjustment

I have an integrative approach to treating individuals and I focus on compassionate self-acceptance, teaching non-rumination, and mindfulness in the process of healing. I find worth in learning the language of our nervous system in order to identify our needs and challenge our habits in the process of self regulation. It is important that the therapeutic relationship is the right fit for you in your journey to maintain balance and health.

Not accepting new clients at this time. (Last updated 9/20/22). Art Psychotherapy is using creative techniques to better understand emotions and behaviors. I am a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who offers traditional talk therapy and art therapy. My philosophy and therapeutic approach embraces the creative process. I believe that the human spirit is inspired and healed by nature. This approach can be transformative for individuals and relationships.

My training and experience have taught me that people are the experts on themselves and the body has the ability to heal itself. I can offer a secure and supportive space for your healing. I can provide guidance throughout your self-exploration. I will come from a place of curiosity rather than knowing and will use thoughtful, direct communication delivered with unconditional respect and positive regard. I can offer education about the brain, human behavior, and the science of change to motivate and help you along the way.