Services

I offer individual therapy to adults of all ages (18+) and identities. Below are a summary of the modalities I use and my specialities. Some clients want all the information on my approaches, and some don't. There is no right or wrong. What I want you to know is that there is no one-size-fits-all, and with some exception, my approach is often eclectic, pulling from many of the sources below, to find the most effective approach for each client.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Based on the evidence-based concept that our thoughts impact how we feel and act. People who are experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety often get stuck in patterns of thinking that increase these symptoms- i.e., thinking in extremes, assuming negative outcomes, etc. We practice skills to identify these unhelpful and often untrue beliefs and challenge and reframe them to improve mood and manage symptoms.

Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD (CPT): One of the most studied and effective treatments available for PTSD. Based on the above CBT- It looks at how trauma has impacted your thoughts and ways you view yourself, others, and world and helps to break the negative thinking patterns that are holding you back and keeping you stuck in your trauma and trauma responses. You will learn skills that will help you to recognize the impact and grief of the trauma without having to be defined presently by it. Not all people are a fit for CPT and, if interested, there is assessment and discussion with your therapist to determine if this treatment is appropriate for you.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Specifically designed for those who struggle with extreme emotions, impulsive behaviors, and unstable relationships, including those are are diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. It works around the concept of balancing “change” and “acceptance”, to learn new skills to change behaviors and ways of thinking that are no longer useful in meeting your goals and to reduce suffering by working to be more present, and to accept the things that cannot be changed. Gaining and practicing these skills will allow you to move forward into living a life that you want to live. 

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Mindfulness-based treatment, that works to explore the questions, "What happens when you let your thoughts run your life?" and "Is what you're doing working to make your life rich, full, and meaningful?" Work will be done toward accepting and managing difficult thoughts, emotions, and circumstances. ACT is based on the idea that suffering is a normal part of life, but that it's how we respond to it that makes a difference. Through ACT, clients learn to develop psychological flexibility and a willingness to accept their current situation while simultaneously committing to changing their behavior. In other words, it is not about eliminating difficult thoughts or emotions; rather, it is about learning to manage them more effectively so that they do not dictate our lives. In therapy, we will work together to identify your values and goals, as well as the obstacles that may be preventing you from achieving them. 

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP): Gold standard treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder; also effective in treating many anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, and specific phobias. ERP is a behavioral approach in which clients, along with the support of their therapist, are encouraged to face one's fears (through images, objects, sensations, and situations) without engaging in the responses that maintain these distressing symptoms (compulsions, avoidance, or escape behaviors). ERP is a highly effective therapy because it aims to help clients retrain their brain to respond differently to triggers, strengthening coping skills and reducing anxiety and distress. Through exposure exercises, you can learn to confront and overcome your fears, realign your thoughts and perceptions, and develop the confidence to lead a life beyond the borders of your anxiety. As we work together, I will help you approach these exercises at a pace that feels safe for you while providing support and encouragement throughout.

Intuitive Eating: Intuitive eating is an evidence-based, mind-body approach to health that focuses on cultivating a healthy and respectful relationship with food and your body while improving overall well-being. Unlike many fad diets, intuitive eating does not rely on calorie counting or restrictive rules around food but instead encourages people to rely on internal hunger cues to meet psychological and biological needs. In therapy, I can help you explore your current relationship with food, your body, and how it affects your life. Together, we can work on developing a more enriching and balanced approach to food and improve your body image. By identifying and working to overcome any negative beliefs or attitudes towards food or your body, you can cultivate a greater sense of self-compassion, and develop healthier patterns around food.