Life Changes
Life changes may be dreamed of, planned or sudden. Psychotherapy can help you envision change, set goals, and plan for such major life shifts as changing careers, having a child, getting married or divorced. Some unplanned life change such as a sudden loss, death or illness, may lead to powerful emotions and uncertainties. Counseling can offer the opportunity to sort through your reactions, feelings and wishes; as your therapist I will support this process by offering you a safe space to explore and reflect.
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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning Individuals and Allies
As an LGBTQQ-Allied therapist, I strongly believe in the power of a safe space in which to explore and affirm your sexuality, gender identity and relationship choices. Our work together will offer a judgment-free space in which you can grow clear on all aspects of your sexuality and gender identity, discuss relationships and explore healthy forms of self-advocacy and self-care. In our work we can also discuss coming out to family members and the larger community, starting a family through birth or adoption, parenting, communication and activism. In addition to individual psychotherapy, I may recommend other approaches, such as support or activity groups.
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Coping with Chronic Illness
Chronic illness can have strong emotional correlates and consequences. You may be struggling with navigating the healthcare system or feeling isolated with your symptoms. Interactions with your partner, family, friends and/or coworkers may be affected. In my work with you, I will seek first to truly understand what you are experiencing, and then help you address the specific challenges you are facing. Together, we can identify the particular practical, emotional, and even spiritual crossroads you are facing and develop a roadmap for the healthiest ways to navigate them.
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Grief and Loss
Experiencing the death of a partner, parent, family member or friend may be one of the most challenging times you have ever faced. Losing a home or a pet can be painful in ways that may be difficult to put into words. Therapy can help you deeply understand and embrace the ways you have been touched by the person, animal or place you have lost, and to help you identify healthy ways to grieve and heal.
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Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety can surface in a variety of forms. It can emerge as a specific fear of a situation or issue, a general sense of worry and unease or difficulties adjusting after a traumatic event. In all cases, anxiety can surface in physical, emotional or even spiritual ways. Anxiety can be reduced through understanding the factors that contribute to your feelings, identifying your triggers, and applying cognitive behavioral techniques and/or mind-body approaches. We will decide together upon the best plans of action to help you reduce and manage these feelings.
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Depression
Depression may be brought on by a number of different life factors such as a death of a loved one, loss of a job, a relationship breakup, or coping with an illness. You may experience feelings of depression due to events which occurred in the past, or as a result of biological factors which are important to identify. Feelings of sadness, loss of interest in previously pleasurable activities, decreased energy, and feelings of worthlessness are symptoms of depression which can occur in everyday life, and can detract from living fully. All of these experiences can be addressed through a variety of techniques; in our work, we will seek to understand how depression affects you, then utilize dialogue, physical exercise, cognitive techniques and/or mindfulness techniques to help you heal.
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Parenting Concerns
Children, as they say, do not come with a manual. No one gives you a road map or an instruction booklet, to tell you how you as a parent–with your own history and ways of seeing the world–should love, guide and understand your unique child. When I work with parents, I am informed by my background as a school psychologist and therapist with many years of conducting play therapy and assessments with children. I will first meet with you to gain an understanding of your questions and concerns. Then, I will suggest parenting approaches, or recommend an assessment or therapy for your child.
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Adolescence and Young Adulthood
Navigating through the complex changes from high school to college to graduation and beyond can feel daunting and at times, confusing. So many shifts are happening simultaneously, with changes in home, family and peer relationships, personal and professional identity. Therapy can serve as a crucial anchor and support during this time; I seek to offer perspective on the myriad changes you are encountering, help you explore your feelings, and offer thoughtful, dynamic guidance on the specific challenges you may be facing.
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