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Services I provide
Individual Psychotherapy
Individual Psychotherapy
Individual Psychotherapy
Experience a personalized approach to overcoming life's challenges and achieving your goals. Individual therapy sessions are designed to help you understand and manage your emotions, develop coping strategies, and foster personal growth.
If you feel stuck or find yourself hooked by unhelpful thoughts, we'll work together to get you unstuck and unhooked. Building a trusting and collaborative relationship between us is key to your progress. By working together, we can address issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, and more, empowering you to live a more balanced and fulfilling life
Couples Therapy
Individual Psychotherapy
Individual Psychotherapy
Strengthen the bond with your partner through dedicated couples therapy. This process offers a supportive and safe environment to address and resolve conflicts, enhance communication, and deepen your emotional connection. We focus on the relationship as a whole, recognizing it as a sacred space where both partners can feel understood and valued. By viewing the relationship itself as the client, we work collaboratively to nurture a healthy, resilient partnership that utilizes learned strategies to navigate life's challenges
Areas of Specialty
Adjusting to Life Transitions
Adjusting to Life Transitions
Adjusting to Life Transitions
Adjusting to life transitions, such as starting college, getting married, becoming parents, or starting a new job, can bring about a mix of emotions. In my therapy practice, I understand how overwhelming it can feel to face the unknown. Research shows that these changes can significantly impact mental health, often leading to anxiety and depression. However, you don't have to navigate these transitions alone. With the right support and strategies, these periods can become opportunities for personal growth and self-discovery. My goal as a therapist is to provide a compassionate, safe space where you can explore your feelings, build resilience, and gain tools to adjust faster and easier. Together, we'll turn potential challenges into stepping stones for a more fulfilling life.
Challenges of Relocation
Adjusting to Life Transitions
Adjusting to Life Transitions
Relocating to a different country presents unique challenges, from language barriers and cultural differences to adapting to new social norms. The stress is often amplified when one partner secures a new job while the other must find their way, sometimes compromising past achievements and careers. This hidden stress, often the biggest secret of relocation, can lead to feelings of isolation, anxiety, and depression. Studies show that these significant transitions can greatly impact mental well-being, highlighting the need for effective coping strategies and support systems. As someone who has relocated as a child, adolescent, and as a woman with a family of five, I am very well experienced in these challenges and feel I can help you navigate this journey with empathy, understanding and efficient tools
Improving Relationships
Adjusting to Life Transitions
Improving Relationships
As an experienced Imago Relationship Therapist, I have seen how communication breakdowns, unresolved conflicts, and external stressors such as work pressures or family responsibilities can create relational difficulties. Life transitions, like starting a new job, relocating, or becoming parents, can intensify these challenges, leading to feelings of disconnection, distance and frustration. In my practice, I focus on helping couples reconnect and get closer by providing tools for effective communication, empathy, and mutual understanding. By exploring the root causes of conflicts and fostering a deeper emotional connection, I aim to strengthen your relationship, enabling you to navigate life's ups and downs together with greater resilience and harmony.
Career Changes
Emotional Distress Depression & Anxiety
Improving Relationships
Navigating career changes can be incredibly stressful and challenging. The anxiety and uncertainty that come with making such a significant shift can be overwhelming. Whether it's changing companies, moving to a new field, adjusting to a new role, learning new skills, or dealing with the fear of the unknown, these transitions can take a toll on your mental well-being. This stress is even more pronounced if you're currently in a challenging position due to a toxic boss, colleagues, or work environment. It's important to have support during these times, and in my practice, I offer a compassionate, guiding hand. I help individuals manage the stress of career changes, build resilience, and find new paths that align with their passions and goals. By providing personalized strategies and emotional support, my goal is to make your career transition as smooth and rewarding as possible.
Emotional Distress Depression & Anxiety
Emotional Distress Depression & Anxiety
Emotional Distress Depression & Anxiety
If you’re still holding it all together on the outside, keeping up with your daily routines but feeling a storm brewing inside, you’re not alone. Many people find themselves going through the motions with a smile, yet battling feelings of disconnection, sadness, or constant worry underneath. It's a tough act, managing life’s demands while feeling like your inner resources are running low. If your usual coping mechanisms aren’t cutting it anymore, maybe it's time to reach out for some support. In my practice, I offer evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) that can help. These methods provide practical tools and strategies that help build emotional resilience to cope better with symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Overcoming Setbacks
Emotional Distress Depression & Anxiety
Emotional Distress Depression & Anxiety
Life's setbacks can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you're dealing with a breakup, didn't get the job you wanted, or are facing personal challenges like struggling to conceive or coping with health issues, these moments can be particularly tough. It's common to keep up appearances and carry on with daily life while feeling the weight of these struggles.
If you're finding it difficult to navigate these setbacks, seeking help from a therapist can be beneficial. Therapy provides support and practical strategies to help you process emotions, build resilience, and find constructive ways to move forward. Remember - You don’t have to face these challenges alone - I’m here for you, and I would love to help.
