be present. listen. anchor.

Individual therapy is based on learning to be open and honest. Often, in this dependable, non-judging, supportive relationship, many of our earlier wounds can be healed, and we can move forward in our lives. It can be helpful to review the past and our conditioning in order to better forgive ourselves and others. One time consults are also available.

I work with all kids of all ages, including teenagers. Therapy with children is often playful and creative, as kids will ultimately “play out” their fears, their social skills, their strengths, and their shortcomings. A key part of the therapy process is to engage the parents, often to help them develop strategies to support and better understand their child.

Couples’ therapy requires a solid focus on communication. So much of what goes on within a relationship resides beneath the radar and remains unspoken. Much of the success of treatment involves the individuals “unpacking” their hurts and learning coping styles to talk without reacting in the moment. Each individual generally learns how to listen without defending and how to communicate without hurting.