Services
- Individual
- Couples
About My Clients
My clients are professional adults with never-ending things to do. They have a hard time relaxing and getting out of their heads because someone always needs something. They've been told they're "too sensitive," think too much, and just need to relax let things go. They'd like to understand and control their emotions better because they feel like something's wrong with them. There's a million "shoulds" they think they're missing while everyone else seems on track. They feel tired and depleted.
My Background and Approach
My grad school taught me the most effective research-based tools to help you manage problems in life. From being able to know what you think and feel, to how to actually describe it to someone else, to learning how to relax or at least not freak out in stressful situations, to practicing mindfulness and meditation if that's something you're even remotely interested in. I have worksheets, books, videos, and resources for almost any situation, so you'll never feel like you're not getting anything from therapy. As a person, I value kindness, curiosity, respect, and compassion - for you just as much as for others. I try to make all clients feel welcome in our sessions, so show up as you are. I'm very good at getting things done and keeping people accountable, and can help you learn to do the same.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I believe we have the power to make our lives meaningful. That doesn’t mean it will always be easy or that you’ll always be happy, but it does mean you can take control of the things that matter most to you. The strategies we’ll practice together will help you see the world in different ways and open up many more choices for how you can live in it. The only things you need to get started are the willingness to move forward, to realistically look at what's working and what's not, and the commitment to try new things. I'm a very mindful person and am passionate about teaching others to be mindful as well. To me, that IS the key to living life meaningfully. I believe fit in therapy is very important. Some people prefer a therapist who will sit back and let them get all their thoughts out on their own. Others want direct feedback, questions, a plan, and an open dialogue. I'm the latter - an active therapist who will work with you to create the kind of life you choose.