Sometimes it is difficult to know when to seek help for a family member or for yourself.  You may feel unhappy or anxious by aspects of family life, your marriage, or job.  You are not sure where to find help or worry that no one will understand. The decision to seek help can be difficult; however, coming  to talk about your concerns with a mental health professional can feel empowering and validating.

COMMON REASONS TO SEEK COUNSELING:
People come to me for treatment for a variety of reasons:

• Stress and anxiety
• Depression
• Excessive fears
• Executive functioning difficulties
• Anger management
• Parenting struggles
• Self regulation weaknesses
• Low self-esteem
• Life changes
• Employment-related issues
• Difficulties related to experiencing trauma
•  Relationship dilemmas
• LGBTQ+  struggles

THERAPY STYLE:
I use an eclectic, active, problem-solving approach drawing from cognitive-behavioral and family systems philosophies.  I incorporate insight-oriented therapy that addresses specific problems and  goals that we establish together. I am a warm and caring person who seeks to establish a comfortable relationship with the clients and families with whom I work.

THERAPY SESSIONS:
I help clients develop unique treatment goals.  This collaborative approach leads to a comfortable and effective relationship. We work together to bring about insight and change.

I treat the whole person, incorporating the ways in which the environmental impacts of home, school, job, and extended family affects successful functioning. I empower my clients to feel more effective in their world and more comfortable with their unique strengths and vulnerabilities.

OUTSIDE OF SESSIONS:
Depending on the presenting issue, a client may be given assignments to complete or skills to practice at home.