Services Provided

Individual Therapy

I provide individual therapy to adults who struggle with a variety of concerns. Specifically, I help people make sense of themselves, help heal difficult relationships, encourage personal insight and growth and help people heal from weight/eating concerns.

 

When I work with individuals in therapy, I tailor my approach to meet the individual needs of each client. In general, I classify myself as a relational psychodynamic therapist who uses various techniques from other theoretical orientations in order to adapt my approach to fit each client’s needs. Some of these concepts come from cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and Rogerian therapy. I believe change happens through a trusting and empathic relationship developed over a period of time. History seems to repeat itself, so it is important for me to know about each person’s past in order to help him or her become healthier in the now and the future. 

Couples Therapy

When I work with couples who have been together for a short period of time or over many decades, I start with an understanding of what goes on for the relationship in order to best jump in with a reframe to help make sense of the problems and get a clearer perspective on moving forward. One way I do this is by providing a neutral ground to address the strengths and weaknesses within one’s relationship and help provide ways to communicate better so that each partner can experience a better life. 

 

In addition to my doctoral degree, post-doctorate clinical work and licensure I have received extra training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). EFT is based on acknowledging and meeting the adult attachment needs. Researchers have found that as we age our need for a secure and healthy attachment continues to be vital for healthy psychological development. I utilize tools from the EFT model to identify the cycle that has been happening between you and your partner while noticing how each of you gets stuck in it and highlight each of your desires to get unstuck. I often hear attachment needs from partners saying “Can I count on you?” “Will you show up for me if I reach for you?” “How can I be sure you will be available to be there when I really need you?” These questions can come out as resentment, anger, distrust, fear, and sadness but they each highlight the core attachment need of a secure relationship.