Megan Miller (she/her)

I know the struggles of anxiety and the challenges that accompany it: obsessive thinking, overwhelm, indecisiveness, people-pleasing, and difficulty slowing down (among others!) It can be challenging to know where to start! But guess what? Searching online for a therapist is one place to begin! I support clients in understanding their relationship with anxiety, developing new skills, communicating boundaries, moving from inaction to action, and practicing mindful awareness.

Personal growth is always a part of therapy but not always at the forefront of therapy goals. I incorporate concepts from positive psychology and life coaching with clients in order to assist them in identifying what they want out of life rather than focusing on what they don't want- this is the part of therapy where you get to explore what inspires you! I use somatic (bodily) awareness to help clients make decisions based on following their joy.

Mindfulness has become a huge part of my life and my favorite mindfulness practice is spending time in nature. "Mindfulness" is simply awareness of some aspect of your present moment experience. You can be mindful of your thoughts, your emotions, the sensations in your body, your senses, or the world around you as a way to connect with your present moment experience. This awareness provides greater choice in responding to emotions and can deepen feelings of peace in your life.

Humanistic therapy describes my overall approach to therapy in that my relationship with clients is a collaborative one. I believe that acceptance and empathy are essential to the therapeutic relationship and that therapy goals should be directed by clients.

I incorporate Positive Psychology and coaching techniques into my sessions with clients as a way of focusing on what clients want in their lives as opposed to what they don't want. Coaching helps clients tap into their motivation and joy and set personal goals around what's important in their lives.

I offer coaching as a separate service but also incorporate coaching skills into therapy for those who are interested. You may find this option really fun and inspiring (as I do!) since it focuses on goals and desires for what you want out of life, rather than focusing on what's not working. You get to talk about the things that light you up in life, your big dreams and goals, and explore ways to stay inspired while being in action on your goals.

I currently offer an online course titled "A Wild New School" that is part of a collaboration with career coach Megan Leatherman. This can be a wonderful addition to therapy or coaching for individuals undergoing career transitions. My mindfulness coaching series can also help support greater mindfulness and self-care in your life and career!

As a highly sensitive person myself, I understand how sensitivity has been devalued in our society and creates a feeling of shame for many of us. I support clients in embracing their authentic selves and learning to work with their unique gifts- there is so much value in being a sensitive person! I can support you developing a greater understanding of your emotions and how to use emotional information as a resource for understanding and meeting your emotional needs.

After more than a year in a pandemic, it is totally normal and expected to experience some signs of depression: loss of interest in activities (as our activities have been limited for us!), lack of motivation, sadness or irritation, feelings of guilt or unworthiness (perhaps tied to our expectations around productivity?), changes in eating or sleeping habits, etc. etc... I can support you in rebuilding your life or creating a new one as we are slowing readjusting to being out in the world again.

We are relational creatures so we tend to feel most satisfied in our lives when we feel connected to others and empowered to get our needs met within our relationships. Regardless of what brings you to therapy, we will most certainly talk about the important relationships in your life! I can support you in identifying your needs and desires in relationships, communicating them to others and clarifying your boundaries. I welcome the people-pleasers, shy, anxious and highly sensitive.

If you struggle with anxiety or depression, you've likely observed how negative thoughts impact the way you feel and the way you feel creates negative thoughts! It can seem like a never-ending loop and lead to unhelpful behaviors as you try to cope with the difficult emotions. CBT can help you distinguish between your thoughts, feelings and actions and create awareness about how they impact one another. This awareness can empower you to respond to negative thoughts and choose your reactions.