Mandy Huff (she/her)

I have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and am Level 2 trained in Gottman Method. I primarily utilize EFT with couples because it promotes my goal of understanding each partner's context so that meaningful change can occur. I use assessments and interventions from Gottman Method and Gottman Relationship Checkup to aid in couples therapy and to work on specific skill building such as communication.

I have a large population of queer clients, both individual and couples. I have extensive training in LGBTQ issues and a wide range of experience working with the unique challenges the queer community faces. My role is to create a safe and affirming space for couples to discuss issues openly, a non-judgmental space for those questioning to explore, and a sacred space for those in the process of coming out.

I am intersectionally oriented and strive to understand each aspect of a client's context and identity and intersectional layers which exist, specifically for marginalized or oppressed communities. To promote holistic healing and to engage in an authentic therapeutic space, we work collaboratively, to identify each unique intersectional experiences as valid and legitimate.

I use EFT with couples to identify past experiences, positive and unresolved wounds, in order to gain an understanding of themselves and how they connect to each other. In processing and healing these wounds, couples can establish or restore emotional safety, change communication patterns, and benefit from both individual healing and healing within the couple.

I use CBT primarily with individuals. We all have automatic thoughts which are negative. These thoughts typically trigger a negative thought pattern that can lead to symptoms of anxiety, depression, low self esteem, etc. CBT helps you identify those thoughts and teaches you various ways to counter them.

CBT, behavioral strategies, and psychoeducation can help identify unique challenges and strengths in each client's neurodiversity. CBT is helpful in identifying and countering negative or problematic messages thought patterns while collaborative, holistic evaluation of clients lifestyle, health habits, and self care routine can inform behavioral strategies.