Benefits of Psychotherapy
Most of us go through difficult times in our lives. I view seeking
help in those rough spots as an act of hope and courage. Many people decide to seek
psychotherapy when they are feeling “stuck.” Whether as an individual
or a couple, things may feel like they just are not resolving on their
own. Issues can be related to relationships at home with partners,
children or parents; or they may be work or socially
related. Psychotherapy can help by exploring issues in depth, and
using that deeper understanding to navigate challenges with greater
freedom and choice.
Psychotherapy is an interactive, collaborative process. Taking those
first positive steps by acknowledging the need for help and initiating
contact will hopefully be the beginning of real change and forward
movement. My goal is to create a space where you will feel respected
and valued as we work collaboratively with thought, compassion and
even with humor.
Approach to Therapy
My approach to psychotherapy is eclectic and flexible, where my
clients and I engage in a generative conversation that helps them
observe, explore and understand themselves better. Treatment involves
looking at the issues that have led to seeking therapy, and
respectfully exploring past and current relationships, events, and
attitudes. Strengths and resources including family, community,
friends, spiritual life, religion, culture and beliefs are also
discussed in order to develop a complete understanding of the issues
at hand. This insight is the cornerstone of growth and change.
Behavioral/cognitive techniques or exercises may be incorporated as a
hands-on component to the therapy. My feeling is that those methods
are most beneficial when rooted in a deeper level of understanding and
insight.
Areas of Specialty
My practice consists of individuals, couples and families. My
clients come to discuss issues that may be psychological in
nature such as depression or anxiety; emotional in nature such
as grief, loss, sadness or stress; or relational in nature
such as coupling concerns, parenting, life cycle transitions,
or work-related concerns. I have specialty training in sex
therapy which many people find helpful, even if they are not
specifically coming in with a sexual issue. Couples or
individuals who are having a hard time often complain that
their sex lives are impacted by their issues, and they feel
good about knowing that this is an area that I am comfortable
exploring and talking about so that they can feel free to
share this area of their lives as well.