Allowing for space to experience the many layers of therapy and creating a place within ones life, is an important approach within my work. I implement a variety of therapeutic techniques including talk therapy, task models, relaxations techniques and other experiential exercises.
Grief and Loss theories and modalities are specialized, as well as Pre/Postnatal wellness.
Those I work with tend to be experiencing the following, among others:
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Life transitions: identity shifts, confusion, and crisis; wanting or needing to change but not knowing how; struggling to move forward in life; struggling to move on from the past; feeling lost, stuck, afraid, or overwhelmed with confusion
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Existential issues: loneliness, emptiness, fear, lack of meaning, struggling to know yourself
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Emotional & psychological distress: depression, anxiety, mood swings, stress, angst
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Shame: difficulty valuing or accepting yourself; feeling unlovable, worthless, guilty, or to blame; self doubt, low self-esteem
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Unhealed wounds from childhood
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Anger
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Trauma: adults and adolescents who endured childhood abuse (i.e. sexual, physical, emotional, or psychological abuse, birth or pregnancy related)
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Grief: death and non-death related
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Escapism: Substance abuse and addiction, obsessions (i.e. with work, relationships, hobbies, etc.), self-medication
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Codependency: struggling to strike a healthy balance between individuality and togetherness with others
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Unwanted thoughts: racing thoughts, unable to understand yourself and your patterns, feeling helpless
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Struggling to make choices
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Strained relationships with intimate partners and family members
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Couples issues: constant arguing or conflict with partners, unhealthy communication, lack of intimacy or fulfillment, relationship transitions, infidelity, premarital counseling, parenting issues, growing apart
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Family/Sibling issues: unhealthy family dynamics and means of communicating, power struggles and imbalances, constant arguing, chronic tension and anxiety, resentment, alarming behaviors or symptoms manifesting in one or more family members, sibling resentment or competition
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Women's Wellness: Relationship Issues, Infertility, Body Image and Self-Esteem Issues, Post-Partum Issues, Menopause
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Psycho-oncology (coping with the medical diagnosis of cancer)
Psychotherapy
Consultation
Consultation is based on request- focusing on Pre/Postnatal trauma teams. I will work with you and your staff to better undersand the process around pregnancy and birth trauma, as well as how to relate and support mom and partner through their experience. Support education is offered for family members as well.
Education
Working with students, both seasoned and new, is a wonderful way to share insight and experiences through learning and discussion. Working with fellow professionals and graduate students allows for growth and knowledge, as well as support and consultation.