Therapist Services (Primarily Virtual, via Teletherapy)
I see my role as a therapist, coach, encourager, facilitator, guide, holder of the flashlight, comforter, teacher and trainer, the holder of the mirror, a partner in problem solving, and co-architect in creating new habits including healthy ways of perceiving and dealing with reality. I will challenge you to shake the tree and poke the hornet's nest and help you to embrace new paradigms leading to a more positive life experience.
We are collaborators on this journey. It is a journey that is only possible if there is mutual trust and respect. Nothing less will work. There will never be the "Oh, I'm the therapist and I'm up here, and you, the client, are somewhere below me." When we work together, you are, and will always be, the most important person in the room.
I use many approaches working to crack the code of what is driving behavior. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Experiential Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, and numerous other approaches. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), an amazingly effective therapeutic approach for trauma as well as other psychological issues. I am also trained in hypnosis and work with that approach when we agree that it might yield positive results.. As you can see, I have experience using many different techniques and approaches, and I am confident that together we can find the best approach to make solid progress toward your goals.
I assist people who have challenges that include, but are not limited to:
- grief, loss and transition
- alcohol and/or drug abuse
- past or recent trauma
- anger management
- stress management
- depression
- anxiety
- difficulties associated with dealing with life changes
- relationship/couples/marital issues - including trust, communication, and building emotional intimacy
- parenting
- issues related to divorce
- family blending and dynamics
- performance issues
Yosemite, CA
