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About My Clients
When you're used to pleasing others & performing it can be hard to know what you want & need. You might feel conflicted inside & confused about your relationships. Your usual ways of coping might not be cutting it. You don't want to blow up your life but you can't keep doing your job or relationship without losing more of yourself. I've been there. Authentic connection, inside & out, is possible in a way that honors your head, heart, body & soul.
My Background and Approach
Therapy is evolving. Talk therapy is helpful; but not always sufficient. Safe relational connection & meeting you where you are at is my top priority. We are unique individuals & respond best to attuned care! And, there are very common struggles that play out in ordinary life, relationships, and also as a result of extraordinary experiences. Knowing these patterns & how to exit a pattern can be really helpful! Combining "top down" & "bottom up" approaches for trauma resolution & integration is what works for maximum progress. I appreciate IFS, EMDR, ACT, somatic practices, & energy work. Compassion, not judgment is the key;) I believe people do the best they can with what they know. When that doesn't work; it's time to RESET!
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I have lived, loved, & worked for people who meet criteria for Narcissism and/or Addiction. I care deeply about helping others who are surviving/recovering harmful relationships. When a person experiences trauma & doesn't heal the trauma; it is transmuted into symptoms. Trauma wasn't your fault; healing it is your choice! When abuse or neglect happens in our primary relationships it hurts. Power dynamics add further hurt to experiences of injustice or invalidation. Silence or lack of support feels isolating. Healing wounds, meeting needs, & learning skills helps you recover & reclaim your spirit. When people you care about hurt you it's hard. Your best coping gets you through it but whatever aids your survival often doesn't help you thrive. Let's see what's working & not working for you. Together we will help you RESET.