Humanistic Therapy

Humanistic therapy is a mental health approach that emphasizes the importance of being your true self in order to lead the most fulfilling life.It’s based on the principle that everyone has their own unique way of looking at the world. This view can impact your choices and actions.Humanistic therapy also involves a core belief that people are good at heart and capable of making the right choices for themselves. If you don’t hold yourself in high regard, it’s harder to develop your full potential

I believe that one of the greatest minds psychology has ever seen was Carl Rogers, the developer of person-centered therapy and one of the leading minds of the humanistic movement in the middle of the 20th century. I try hard to practice unconditional positive regard, congruence, and accurate empathy with each of my clients.

Any individual that is diagnosed as Bipolar or depression is going to find increased difficulty in actualizing his or her needs and wants. Therefore, utilizing a humanistic approach when looking at the impact of bipolar disorder on the individual’s ability to empathize with others seems only natural. Key ingredients include: empathy, unconditional positive regard, a non-pathologizing approach, active listening, and restatement of client's words to attest to clarity of genuine understanding.

Humanistic therapy centers on how we relate to each other on a human level. I love learning about my clients' worldviews and how they've come to be the people they are today. We examine the philosophy of their existence in whatever way they can phrase it and explore what it means to be them while figuring out how they fit into it.

Humanistic psychology is beneficial for individuals with ADHD as it prioritizes understanding and accepting the person as a whole. By recognizing the unique strengths and abilities of individuals with ADHD, humanistic therapy can provide a non-judgmental and supportive environment that fosters self-awareness, self-acceptance, and personal growth.

Also known as humanism, humanistic therapy is a positive approach to psychotherapy that focuses on a person’s individual nature, rather than categorizing groups of people with similar characteristics as having the same problems. Humanistic therapy looks at the whole person, not only from the therapist’s view but from the viewpoint of individuals observing their own behavior. The emphasis is on a person’s positive traits and behaviors, and the ability to use their personal instincts to find wisdo

I utilize techniques from person-centered psychotherapy, emotion-focused psychotherapy (EFT), and existential psychotherapy. I have a warm, nonjudgmental presence and strive to authentically connect with each client that I work with.

The most important factor in therapy is the relationship between the therapist and client. This is a unique relationship and with time and patience, a trust develops that helps the work go deeper. As a therapist, I hope to become your ally - someone you can trust and with whom you can feel safe to let down your defenses to work on core issues. I create an environment of non-judgment that encourages you to share your embarrassments and shame.

At the heart of effective therapy is mutually respectful, supportive and genuine relationship. I know for certain that for healing to take place, a nourishing therapeutic relationship must be foundational. Using humanistic practices, I trust you inner wisdom and invite you to lead the sessions in a direction that feels authentic, and self-actualizing for you.

Humanistic-Existential therapy values human growth and potential while acknowledging the common and often subconscious barriers created by unexplored existential concerns.

Using Humanistic Therapy I see you as a whole person, not a catagory or type. I will see your potential for growth and will work to understand your particular perspective as we work together for your development.

I will always remain firm in my belief that my clients are the experts in their lives and have the potential to reach their goals. I work from a perspective that fuels empowerment and radical self love.

The most important factor in therapy is the relationship between the therapist and client. This is a unique relationship and with time and patience, a trust develops that helps the work go deeper. As a therapist, I hope to become your ally - someone you can trust and with whom you can feel safe to let down your defenses to work on core issues. I create an environment of non-judgment that encourages you to share your embarrassments and shame.

As a therapist, I use humanistic therapy to empower my clients, focusing on their individual experiences and potential for growth. I provide a supportive and empathetic environment where clients can explore their feelings openly. By emphasizing self-discovery and personal insight, I help clients understand their true self-worth and develop a stronger sense of autonomy. This approach fosters deep personal growth and meaningful change, allowing clients to lead more fulfilled and authentic lives.

A foundation of humanistic therapy is recognizing the potential of each individual and helping them to actualize this. Everyone, at times, struggles in actualizing their potential. Roadblocks to personal growth often lead to anxiety, doubt, insecurity, and depression. Self-awareness, self-acceptance, and growth toward actualizing one's potential are important components of overcoming a variety of personal, emotional, ad relational problems.

I am a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator; this helps me support my clients around topics such as vulnerability, courage, shame, and worthiness. The work invites people to examine the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that are holding them back and identify the new choices and practices that will move them toward more authentic and wholehearted living. The primary focus is on developing shame resilience skills and developing daily practices that transform the way we live, love, parent, and lead.

Centers personal growth, self-actualization, and the inherent value and worth of every individual, with a focus on the present moment and subjective experience.

My goal is to consider the whole person, especially your positive characteristics and potential for growth, not only from my professional perspective but from a your own personal sense of behavior. The emphasis in my sessions is on your positive traits and behaviors and developing your ability to use your instincts to find wisdom, growth, healing, and fulfillment within yourself.