My Approach
My approach to therapy begins and ends with the whole person. We start with assessing treatment goals, then tailor an integrated plan to meet specific needs. Every client is different – no two people with the same diagnosis are dealing with the exact same conflicts, or have the same goals.
Once I understand where a client is, we can work together toward where they want to be. To this end, I work with several different approaches in concert, providing each client with an individualized plan. Brief descriptions of each approach follow.
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AFFIRMATIVE THERAPY
Everyone deserves to feel confident and comfortable in their own skin. This approach revolves around authentic acceptance of self and others. Particularly effective in LGBTQ populations.
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SOLUTIONS-BASED THERAPY
Also referred to as Strengths-Based, this approach focuses on living in the here-and-now, while addressing tomorrow’s concerns. We build on strengths to find solutions.
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MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING
This client-centered approach provides an environment for a client to become more self-aware without self-judgment, allowing them to set and reach their own life goals.
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COGNITIVE BEHAVIOR THERAPY (CBT)
CBT focuses on reframing patterns of thought and behavior that block a client’s forward movement. Generally short-term and goal-oriented when used alone.
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MINDFULNESS-BASED COGNITIVE THERAPY (MBCT)
MBCT combines CBT with meditation towards achieving a non-judgmental view of self and others. Rather than changing thinking, this approach works to accept thoughts without judgment.
DIALETICAL BEHAVIOR THERAPY (DBT)
When a client’s emotions feel too intense, self-harm, impulsive behavior, or substance abuse may be used in an attempt to mask those feelings. DBT supports clients to learn effective strategies to deal with intense emotions. The goal is to reach balance in emotions, behaviors, and thoughts.
YOGA PSYCHOTHERAPY
This body-centered approach connects mind , body and spirit to release energy held around recent or historical traumas.
CRISIS INTERVENTION
Many life events are hard to integrate and may result in a psychological crisis. Divorce, death, witnessing or being a victim of a violent crime are only a few examples of challenging experiences. When a client is in crisis, intervention can help to stabilize them in the moment, while setting up a relationship to fully adjust to a new reality.
PARENT TRAINING
Children in therapy benefit greatly when parents at home can support the child’s progress. Parent Training gives parents the needed skills to help children integrate and generalize therapy gains in all areas of their lives.
