Individual Psychotherapy:

General Psychotherapy:

Many people begin therapeutic work because they are ready to make a change, but do not know how or where to begin. Psychotherapy offers an opportunity to increase self-awareness, explore barriers to satisfaction, and develop the capacity for new, positive experiences. While I work with people seeking therapy for a variety of reasons, my specialties include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, alcohol and substance use, and chronic illness/pain disorders.

In addition to using cognitive-behavioral and values-guided approaches, I integrate mindfulness-based practices to teach acceptance of your thoughts and feelings as they are, without judgment. This allows you to become more present with yourself and your environment, often resulting in expanding your ability to see new solutions and gain new confidence. Increasing present moment awareness and self compassion can lead to reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression, moving through life transitions with more ease, and relating differently to physical pain and discomfort. Within the confidential, supportive and judgment free environment of the therapy room, each individual can create space for values-based positive change and growth.

Chronic Illness Psychotherapy:

Individuals living with chronic medical illnesses, such as autoimmune disorders, long Covid, inflammatory bowel disease, or chronic pain, may be at an increased risk for experiencing anxiety, depression and/or substance misuse. Living with chronic illness or pain can impact your self esteem and sense of identity, and can hinder your confidence in building or maintaining meaningful relationships. In individual psychotherapy we can provide space for processing feelings of loss and grief, learning skills to relate differently to your illness, maximizing opportunities to engage in meaningful activities, and finding a balance between tending to your medical needs adequately, and also not letting them define you.

Alcohol/Substance use:

I meet you where you are, abstinence not required. Whether you’re interested in reducing use, attaining abstinence, or increasing safety, we can explore different meanings and functions of your substance use, assess potential for risk/harm, enhance skills to manage urges and cravings, and identify opportunities for values-based positive changes.

Therapy is a strong investment in self, and I encourage you to contact me with any questions or issues you might like to explore.