Individual Services

Individual therapy (sometimes referred to as “psychotherapy” or “counseling”) is a process through which clients work one-on-one with a trained therapist to explore feelings, beliefs, or behaviors; work through challenging or influential memories; identify aspects of their lives that they would like to change; better understand themselves; set personal goals; and work toward desired change.

My treatment approach is to provide a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can develop skills to help manage current stressors and to address deeply rooted issues. I offer feedback and facilitation that can help clients interpret life events, develop insight, and ultimately change behavioral and relational patterns that interfere with happiness. With sensitivity and compassion, I help individuals who feel stuck on a negative path to discover alternative ways of thinking, feeling and behaving in order to bring resolution to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues.

My hope is that our work together could help you connect more effectively to yourself and with the most important people in your life.

I am a generalist and enjoy working with the range of concerns that people bring to therapy. I do, however, have a few specific areas of focus in my individual work:

Recovery from Trauma (PTSD). I specialize in interpersonal and complex trauma (childhood sexual & physical abuse, childhood neglect, sexual assault and domestic violence). Therapy focuses first on emotional regulation skills, safety, and education about trauma and involves trauma processing later in the therapy process.

Successful movement through Life Transitions. Change can be difficult and/or painful. I help clients smoothly transition into young adulthood, careers, parenthood, and mid-life and help clients grieve inevitable losses.

Repair of Interpersonal Relationships. I specialize in improving communication, increasing empathy and building relational connection. I help clients navigate both personal and professional relationships.

Depression. If you are experiencing sadness the majority of the time, are not motivated to participate in activities that used to bring joy, are not able to focus or are feeling low energy, you might be struggling with depression. Therapy can provide you with the support and skills you need to improve your mood.

Anxiety Management. Therapy can help you manage anxiety by providing a safe and supportive space to challenge anxious thoughts, learn relaxation techniques and face anxiety triggers.

Career Development. Navigating the process of career development can be overwhelming. In therapy, you can examine your skills, values and interest in order to establish a career path that feels manageable and rewarding.