I see individual therapy as an opportunity to collaborate one-on-one. Individual therapy is a wonderful opportunity for personal growth that also encourages change and growth in relationships outside the therapy room. I work closely with individuals to encourage exploration of their feelings, beliefs, and behaviors. It is also common that past experiences and patterns can be an important component in one's understanding of what holds a person back from achieving their greatest potential. I see therapy as a life-changing process that allows individuals to grow from gaining a deeper understanding of themselves. Individual therapy is also an excellent opportunity for people to work on bringing personal goals to fruition. The number of sessions ranges greatly, but many people begin to notice changes within a couple of sessions. |
When working with couples, I strive to create an environment that encourages respect and honesty. In therapy, I recognize there are many relationships involved, and I work hard to create an environment that provides support for all in the room. I often serve as a neutral mediator and work with the couple to address the issues within the relationship. Regardless of the stage of life, most relationships have room for improvement regardless of whether a couple decides to remain together or end their relationship. In some cases, I may recommend conducting one or more individual sessions as well but I am committed to maintaining transparency and respect for both individuals involved. I usually find it most helpful to hold 90 minute sessions with couples, but I also recognize that this can be challenging for a variety of reasons and am willing to make adjustments as necessary to fit a couples' needs. |
Adolescence can be a challenging period for teens and their parents. I work hard to create a space that feels safe and trusting for both adolescents and parents. Sometimes therapy is especially helpful for alleviating parent-teen relational stress because I can serve as a neutral third party able to offer a differing perspective. When working with adolescents, I strive to create a relationship that is based on trust. One of the ways that I encourage trust is to explain to adolescents that as much as possible, I will keep our sessions confidential. However, I will always reach out to parents with any questions and/or concerns. I do not hesitate to involve parents in situations where an adolescent’s safety is at issue.
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