MY APPROACH TO PSYCHOTHERAPY: The psychotherapy that I provide integrates various principles and methods of psychology that I have studied since 1970. I believe, however, that success in therapy depends less on any specific theory or technique, and more on understanding of each person's own unique feelings, thoughts, and experiences. This understanding must be present for a person to achieve their goals in therapy. During a typical therapy session, I respond with observations and ideas to help clarify a person's problems and concerns. To help resolve his or her difficulties, I offer new perspectives, suggestions, and recommendations. But this is not an intellectual process alone. It is a special kind of learning, because it involves emotions along with the intellect. So during this process, a person should expect to share a range of feelings with the therapist, including sadness and anger, as well as laughter and enjoyment. It is my hope that a person in therapy with me feels understood and emotionally safe as I encourage him or her to work towards improvement, and that he or she will have confidence in my expertise and my commitment to his or her well-being.
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THE PEOPLE WHO SEEK MY HELP: People I help often have anxiety, depression, or conflicts in their relationships. Some are struggling to heal their emotional wounds from abuse or neglect in childhood. People also seek my help for poor self-image, loneliness, inhibitions, and underachievement. I also work with those individuals whose mental problems are severe and debilitating. I accept referrals from attorneys whose clients are facing some legal difficulties, particularly involving some form of inappropriate sexual activity. If indicated, I can arrange for medication through my collaboration with a psychiatrist or personal physician. However, while medication can ease a person's misery, it is not a substitute for an understanding therapist.
