Denise Suncin (She/Her)

I decided to join this field to primarily address historical/intergenerational trauma which continues to plague families in all different capacities. Being a child of intergenerational trauma as well, I am quite aware of the feelings of loneliness, isolation, and guilt that comes with wanting to break the cycle. I hope to support those who are seeking to create a healthier dynamics for themselves and loved ones.

Growing up in a primarily white neighborhood with the population of individuals of color being under 8% was a really big adjustment change for me. It was during these years that I really developed a sense of wanting to belong somewhere as I didn't feel like my environment supported me. I also have had several experiences with cultural and systemic oppression in general throughout my personal life and career! My goal is to support others the way that I would have wanted to be supported.

Being that I struggle with anxiety myself, I know how taxing and exhausting it can be to constantly be on edge or concern of something going wrong. The late night spiraling, insomnia, catastrophizing... not a fun place to be in. I hope to normalize anxiety and help others gain the skills to combat their anxious disruptive thoughts by replacing them with healthier coping mechanisms

I have worked in multiple different addiction facilities and ultimately have come to understand that everyone has their own goals when it comes using or enjoying things. Regardless of how others may feel, each person is entitled to enjoy their lives the way they want to. Therefore, I hope to support my patients who feel as if they're struggling to maintain healthy boundaries with the "extra" part of life.

Being a woman of color, I definitely understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. Reading from a textbook how to interact with people of other cultures is not the same as actually interacting with others (and lets be honest, textbooks aren't always right). I hope to provider support to those who feel isolated due to their differences, and who may feel oppressed in a world where they have been denied certain privileges.

CBT has really become one of my favorite methods or therapy because it really focuses on putting the power back in your hands. There are a lot of things which we cannot control, but we can work on controlling and navigating our emotional/mental health. My goal is to challenge patients to rethink their thought processes, and explore healthier resources to obtaining the life they want to live.