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Anxiety can have a big impact on our ability to feel safe in our mind/body system. What indicates to you that you're experiencing anxiety? It might be a pounding heart, feeling flushed, chest tightness or headache. You might experience a fight, flight or freeze response. We can explore what is happening underneath the anxiety to bring you into a balanced place over time.

Does it feel like something is holding you back or getting in the way of you living your fullest, most authentic life? The way you feel about yourself is connected to so many aspects of your life. Imposter syndrome, perfectionism, or the need to compare yourself to others can feel exhausting. We can work together to help you build esteem and self-worth, and make space to let go of shame and worry that is not serving you.

IFS is a model of psychotherapy developed by Dr. Richard Schwartz that's based on the belief that we all have many parts and a core self. The internal system is similar to a dynamic family system. Parts can be inner voices, thoughts, feelings, imagery, or sensations. Our parts protect us when we feel threatened by the external world, and the IFS framework allows for exploration and understanding of parts. The aim of IFS is to create greater balance in the system, and support the ability to respo

Art therapy encourages one to explore and externalize feelings in a visual way by using various art materials. A client’s artwork is a guide for understanding inner thoughts and emotions, can spark self-expression, and foster healing and personal growth.

Art therapy encourages one to explore and externalize feelings in a visual way by using various art materials. A client’s artwork is a guide for understanding inner thoughts and emotions, can spark self-expression, and foster healing and personal growth. Art therapy is a form of non-verbal communication, and can be helpful when processing trauma. Clients often use a combination of art and talk therapy, but there is no one-size-fits-all.