Do you feel overwhelmed a lot? Does it feel like anxiety and stress are running your life? Maybe you spend a lot of time “in your head”—ruminating about your relationships, work, your past, losses/ grief, or what the future may bring. You’ve been putting one foot in front of the other and doing what you need to do. From the outside, you may even look like you’re doing just fine. But inside, you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck. You may find yourself wondering, Is this really how life is? You want more than just to get through the day. You want to feel more content, hopeful, and more at peace with yourself and your life.
I’d like to help. I love working with adults of all ages and from all walks of life. Therapy with me can help with the things that are bothering you or that are keeping you from feeling better in important areas of your life. When we meet, I listen to you, ask questions, and help guide you on a path toward solutions in a way that resonates with you, not a “one size fits all” / “do these four steps” solution. Meeting with me can help you see difficult issues in a new light, find solutions that may have escaped your notice, and increase enjoyment in your interpersonal relationships, all in a safe, judgment-free environment.
Some of the reasons people come to me for counseling:
- Anxiety or depression – not seeming as happy as you used to be or as fulfilled as you would like to be, or feeling anxious and stressed a lot
- Life Transitions – such as a divorce, break-up, new to town, new job, marriage, empty nesting, menopause/ perimenopause, and all the things that may come with aging.
- Grief and Traumatic Grief – psychotherapy and EMDR can be a really important part of dealing with this huge loss
- Stepmoms and Stepfamily Life / Blending Issues – get support, understanding, and strategies for your unique family situation
- Relationships – whether experiencing distress or ambivalence in a current relationship or wanting to take those next steps to finding and growing a healthy relationship
- College and Career – seeking ways to deal with work stress and the decisions you face in your professional life
- HSPs (Highly Sensitive Persons) – people who identify as sensitive
- Other Psychotherapists/ Mental Health Professionals – therapists need therapists too sometimes, right? I love doing this kind of support as well
- Coparenting – individuals or parents together wanting to work on having their experience be better for their teen (and themselves)
FAQ
How do I know if I need therapy?
You do not have to have a mental health diagnosis to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Many people come in for therapy because they feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, disconnected, or unhappy, or because they are having difficulty navigating a change or challenge in their lives. Sometimes, just knowing that you don’t want to keep feeling the way you do is a good reason to reach out.
What do I talk about with a therapist?
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, obsessive thoughts, relationship struggles, grief and loss, stress, difficult family relationships, or a major life transition. You may also have a general sense that something isn’t quite right but aren’t sure exactly what you need. Therapy provides a safe and nonjudgmental place to explore whatever is getting in the way of feeling more like yourself.
How long does therapy take?
There is no set number of therapy sessions that works for everyone. The length of therapy depends on your concerns, goals, circumstances, and the changes you would like to make. Some people benefit from short-term, focused therapy, while others find that longer-term therapy provides the opportunity to work through more complex or longstanding concerns. If you end up doing counseling with me, I invite you to check in periodically about how you’re feeling and make sure therapy continues to feel helpful and purposeful.
How do I find the right therapist for me?
Finding a therapist who feels like a good fit is an important part of the therapy process. You want to feel comfortable, respected, and understood, while also feeling that your therapist has experience with the concerns you are bringing to therapy. It can be helpful to learn about a therapist’s background and areas of expertise, by reviewing their website (like you are now!) and tuning in to how you may feel about what you’re seeing. I also offer a free 15 minutes phone consultation prior to scheduling an appointment, so I can answer any questions you may have and we may find whether my office may be a good fit for you.
Online Resources
- The Work – this is author Byron Katie’s site, from whom I draw some of my therapy approach. Byron Katie’s “The Work” is a process of inquiry into our stressful thoughts.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy – this article explains Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which I also draw from in my work with clients
- Self Compassion.org – this page has guided meditations and exercises for increasing self-compassion, from the work of Dr. Kristen Neff
- Emdria – this website will give you more information about EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a therapeutic approach in which I am trained.
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