About Therapy

Our Journey Together

Therapy is a partnership built on mutual respect and collaboration.

It’s a journey where client and therapist walk side by side to uncover strengths, navigate challenges, and cultivate lasting change.

It’s not just about talking; it often involves homework, journaling, or practicing new skills between sessions. You, the client, bring your own expertise – your lived experience, your values, and your preferences.

I, as your therapist, will incorporate active listening, ask questions, and offer guidance and perspective grounded in clinical expertise.

The Process of Therapy

It starts with a phone consultation to discuss your main concerns, goals for therapy, and practical details like scheduling and fees.

At that point, we will do a full assessment and set goals that are individualized and attainable to your needs.

We’ll regularly evaluate your progress and adjust our approach to ensure you’re getting the most out of each session.

If something isn’t working or feels uncomfortable, open communication helps us pivot to a more effective approach.

Learning Who You Are

You’ll be encouraged to reflect on insights gained, experiment with coping strategies, and document your experiences.

The goal is to develop a deeper self-awareness that can lead to meaningful, lasting change. Together, we’ll look at how your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors connect.

The real work of therapy doesn’t happen in a vacuum; it’s about integrating new perspectives and behaviors into your daily life. I always try to make this as painless as possible.

I emphasize learning self-compassion – treating yourself with understanding instead of criticism during challenging times.

My Methods

To help you see results in real-time, we’ll use several solution-focused interventions.

I draw from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy for practical coping strategies, along with Mindfulness techniques for stress management.

When appropriate, we can coordinate with psychiatrists, primary care physicians, or other specialists, both holistic and traditional. This holistic coordination of care helps reinforce your progress on multiple fronts.

Ultimately, I strive to equip you with the tools and self-knowledge to navigate future challenges with confidence and resilience.

Making Your Wins Sustainable

Whether it’s learning to set healthy boundaries, build assertiveness, or manage panic attacks, therapy provides practical tools.

Therapy is an evolving process, and progress often involves practicing these skills consistently and celebrating small wins along the way.

As you achieve your goals, we can discuss scaling back sessions or moving into a maintenance phase.

Our aim is to empower you with skills and insights that continue to serve you beyond our work together.