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About My Clients
Many of the clients I work with have tried to fix things on their own for a long time, but sometimes there are some things that are just very difficult to do on our own. When you're trying to break repetitive cycles or overcome big hurdles, sometimes "will" is not enough to make the break through you want, even if you are really trying. Overcoming cycles takes an understanding of the root cause, not just the symptoms you're experiencing now.
My Background and Approach
My goal in working with clients is to help them understand the root of what's going on and find the relief they are hoping for. Whether your focus is on resolving relationship complexities, addressing patterns of compulsive sexual behavior, navigating infidelity or betrayal, overcoming addictive patterns, or enriching intimacy and sexual dynamics, my hope is that our work together will help you create the change you want. I have a doctorate in psychology and my education and training had led me to take a very investigative and in depth approach with clients. Because of this, many of my clients have shared with me they begin to feel different, understand themselves more, or experience change after just a couple of sessions. In my experience, when we can understand the "why" of what we are dealing with, we can often change the "how" we deal with it. My hope is that each session you leave with more understanding and a goal to take you forward.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I don't believe that people are born bad or that they can't change. I believe we all have the capacity to think and feel differently and in turn, love and live differently. I understand how shame binds us and keeps us in unhealthy patterns and how difficult it can be to take steps to change...especially when it feels daunting. I believe that our personal values help us make meaning and decisions. In the work I do, I am diligent in understanding my clients values and using that to support our work together. I also have quite a bit of education and personal study in philosophy, and have helped clients work through existential questions.