How Can Therapy Help?

It takes courage to start therapy, and reaching out is a huge step. Whether you are feeling anxious, stuck in life, unfulfilled, or are having relationship issues- you want to build a more meaningful life, with hope for new possibilities. My aim is to help you not only to relieve suffering, but also to make lasting changes that will allow you to grow into a more authentic, confident, and empowered person.

You might feel, “I know what my problem is” but find yourself repeating the same behaviors or patterns of thinking. Therapy will help shine a light on barriers that may be out of your awareness, while also developing tools to change. Part of this process may involve processing past experiences as well as cultural and familial influences that continue to impact you today.

Additionally, as a relational therapist I believe life is most meaningful when you have a deep sense of connection to yourself and within your relationships. At times we can feel lonely or disconnected from those we care about. Therapy can help you to improve communication and strengthen your relationships. We will discover how patterns within your relationships might work for and against your sense of life satisfaction.

Therapy Style

As a therapist I am warm, down-to-earth, with a gentle and playful, yet direct and confrontational style. I value collaboration, welcoming feedback throughout our work together to ensure you get the most out of your treatment. Therapy isn’t easy work- it can bring discomfort to confront parts of yourself and your life that are distressing to you. However, this is a natural step in the healing process that we will discuss on an ongoing basis as we work together. I respect your time and commitment and will do everything I can to help you achieve your goals.

Specializations

I specialize in a wide range of areas including anxiety, relationship issues (breakups, dating, marital issues, peer relationships), trauma, depression, and grief. I have particular interest in relationship anxiety and interpersonal dynamics. My approach is eclectic and tailored to your specific needs. I work relationally and specialize in psychodynamic psychotherapy, informed by interpersonal and attachment-based perspectives. I also incorporate mindfulness techniques as well as elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, to improve one’s ability to cope with challenging emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.