My Approach
The Technical Words for Psychology Buffs
Primarily, I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy in a Rogerian style. I use narrative techniques within an Emotionally Focused Therapy framework, which is an evidence-based blend of Strategic Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, and Experiential Therapy grounded in Attachment Theory. Furthermore, I take my growth as a clinician seriously and use Tony Rousmaniere's guide to deliberate practice for psychotherapists. My approach to therapy is useful for a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, self-esteem, eating issues, obsessive-compulsive disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), professional/career issues, college/graduate school issues, medical and health concerns, pain management, stress management, addictions, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), sexual abuse, spirituality, grief, loss, or bereavement, and other issues. I am committed to each client's unique needs and helping clients develop the skills and insights needed to create meaningful, healthy relationships and live fulfilling lives.
The Common Words for Everyone Else
My primary approach to therapy is focused on you as the client. Whatever you are facing, whatever pace of growth you set, whatever your goals are, I follow your lead. We work together toward your healing; your change impacts me and my work. Our relationship is an integral part of your counseling journey, so I make it a priority. I use various techniques in the therapy room to lead clients into an awareness of the experience of counseling. We talk about what is happening to you in the therapy room, right here, right now. This is "experiential therapy." Have you ever been given advice on how to manage your anger, but find it elusive when you are actually feeling anger in the moment? Experiential methods will help you practice the skills you desire in real time. I am also committed to continued growth as a therapist. I will often ask for your feedback throughout the therapy process to make sure what we do is actually helping you. Just like an athlete watches film to improve their technique and prepare for future competitions, I also watch sessions with my clients to better my counseling skills. This is a common practice for therapists who want to improve. As a client, you will always know if a session is being recorded, and these videos are completely confidential and consensual. My education and personal experience have prepared me to counsel clients facing a range of issues. Trauma, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues - I am here to help. I am committed to providing specialized care that is tailored to each client's unique needs and helping clients develop the skills and insights needed to create meaningful, healthy relationships and live fulfilling lives.