My Approach

In order to get the most out of therapy, it’s so important to find a trusted therapist who will meet your unique needs. Your therapist should have a personality you feel safe with, and a therapeutic style that feels comfortable to you.

In my practice, I create an inclusive, accepting environment where you are encouraged to be your true self. Sessions are offered either in person or online. I will support you as you make meaning of the past, cope with the present, and move towards the future with a renewed sense of hope, confidence, and connection.

We will discover and address patterns related to how you perceive yourself, your relationships, and the world around you, and we will work to capitalize on your strengths and your capacity for resilience.

Treatment is unique to the individual using techniques such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy and/or Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Each of these is a therapeutic modality with a high success rate! We will talk specifically about how to address your goals at the beginning of our time together.

Goals look different from person to person, but generally include some combination of the following:

• Exploring thoughts and feelings related to your unique experiences

• Creating a customized coping skills tool kit

• Learning and practicing effective communication skills

• Establishing healthy boundaries with others

• Discovering ways to tune into and prioritize your needs

• Assertiveness skill building

• Identifying strengths to bolster self esteem

  Additionally, collaborating with caregivers can be valuable, so family sessions and/or consultations with your school or healthcare team may also be part of your treatment plan when appropriate.