Life is about possibilities. Feeling that there are possibilities gives one hope that life will get better. Yet often, one can become stuck in a maze of negative beliefs about themselves and their abilities. For some, they feel weighed down by their fears, anxieties and depression from previous life experiences, making it difficult to envision a life that would be “worth living”. With support, people can develop both a better understanding of themselves, and learn new skills to overcome life conflicts and manage emotional vulnerabilities. During our time together, we will collaboratively establish individualized goals that point you in the clear direction of living your best life.

Specialties & Issues:

Anxiety & depression
Spirituality
Emotional vulnerability and distress tolerance
Low self-esteem
ADHD-related issues
Career changes
Family conflicts
Relational concerns

The truth is that all relationships take work. It is not uncommon that differences arise between partners; if not talked about, these differences can turn the best of relationships into a dysfunctional one. When one partner does not feel safe emotionally or physically with the other partner, these unclear moments can trigger even more conflict, making each feel that their only solution is separation or divorce. I help clients identify these triggers, anticipate them, and learn how to respond to them differently. Clients learn to express themselves, but also learn to hear their partner’s feelings, needs, and desires without reacting defensively.

Marital & Couple Communication Differences:

Emotional differences
Parenting differences
Setting boundaries
In-law conflicts
Deciding to start a family
Infidelity
Divorce

With over 9 years working with families, I can help individuals within their own unique family system navigate conflict, establish boundaries, and cultivate healthy patterns and directions. In family therapy, individuals are provided with opportunities to not only learn about themselves, but to grow in their understanding and connection with their primary circle of influence. For those seeking family therapy, time and attention will be placed on developing nuanced perspective regarding the relationships you have with the most important people in your life.

Specific Areas Considered:

Conflict resolution
Boundary setting
Problem solving strategies
Improved communication
Increased empathy & understanding

Parenthood is not for the faint of heart. I view children, no matter the age, from a “whole person” perspective and can help you and the people in your circle develop healthy strategies and perspectives to benefit your goal of raising competent, healthy adults. At different points in life, parents often feel they are inadequate because they do not instinctively know what to do when it comes to raising their children. It is important to keep in mind, however, that parenting skills are not instinctive, but learned! My work involves helping parents understand themselves, and how their children are both the same and different from them. I work with parents to develop their communication, listening, and mindfulness skills for helping their children as they mature both cognitively and developmentally.

Specific Parenting Adjustments:

Being a single parent
Older parents
Differences in parenting
Parenting children with ADHD/learning differences
Parenting your parents