THERAPEUTIC APPROACHES
The decision to begin therapy can feel like a difficult step, and so I want to assure you that I’ll do everything I can to help you feel comfortable and understood, as we start our healing journey together. Within the context of the safety and security built in our therapeutic relationship, I make use of a variety of approaches described below, tailoring the therapy to you, in order to achieve the best outcome. I am always open to questions, and any feedback you have, regarding the approaches listed and all aspects of the therapy process.
ACT
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) uses mindfulness to help clients accept thoughts and commit to meaningful actions
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) helps reprocess traumatic memories to reduce distress
CBT
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) aims to change negative thought patterns and behaviors
Attachment-Based
Focuses on relationships and emotional bonds formed in early life
Family / Marital
Works on improving communication and resolving conflict within relationships
Trauma-Focused
Specializes in treating trauma through established, effective practices
Compassion-Focused
Cultivates self-compassion to manage shame and self-criticism
Emotionally Focused
Strengthens emotional connection, especially in couples
Integrative
Combines multiple therapeutic models based on client needs
Motivational Interviewing
Helps clients find internal motivation to change behaviors
Psychodynamic
Explores unconscious patterns rooted in early life experiences
Relational
Focuses on interpersonal dynamics and relationship-building