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My Approach to Helping

The cornerstone of my practice has been dealing with promises betrayed both on a physical and/or emotional level. Clients and I work together to repair injuries to an individual's pride and heart. When working with individuals, the conflicts of being cast aside or whether to stay or go are primary. When working with couples, counseling is usually with the couple but can be successful even if only one person participates. I utilize various methods depending upon the needs expressed and each session we set goals and evaluate how the therapy is progressing.

My methods may include written assignments, role playing, reading assignments, problem solving and other communication skills.

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More Info About My Practice

My consistent availability via e-mail, phone and Skype has proven invaluable during crises periods and has been of utmost importance to the people I work with.

I off a FREE 1/2 hour telephone consultation.

My fee is $150 with a possibility of a reduced fee for contracts of 5 sessions. Clients are required to pay by check or credit card at the time of service. I do not accept insurance however, some PPOs will reimburse you for a portion of your fee paid. I can bill clients monthly if required, and can supply a statement/receipt to submit for insurance reimbursement. Please call your insurance provider to verify reimbursement amounts for out-of-network providers.

 

Specific Issue(s) I'm Skilled at Helping With

My current focus has been on working with couples and individuals touched by betrayal. In the past ten years I have noticed an uptick in emotional and physical infidelity. As a 35 year member of the American Association of Marriage and Family therapy my mission has been to assist couples in understanding the two sides of all issues and the communication skills necessary to keep problems from escalating. Recovering addicts and families of addicts were my first specialty. I created a Family Program for S.Miami Hospital Addictions Program in 1981-84. I trained other professionals to be counselors in this field at the Chemical Dependency Training Institute of the University of Miami. My family has been touched by addictions so I have particular empathy for the stressors in creating a healthy family dynamic in the individual and couple. The primary predictor of success in therapy is the trust an individual entering therapy has for the particular therapist they choose. Together, clients and I create goals to move out of stuck positions which may be frustrating. These points coupled with my varied professional and personal experience are valuable assets that help us get to the core of the issues at hand.

 

How Psychotherapy Can Help

Psychotherapy helps clarify your conflicts and assists you in making better decisions. You may come in muddled about what to do about your relationship problems and get direction that relieves stress and therefore leads to improved overall health. Research shows that people generally get more pleasure out of life after therapy. Therapy gives you a place to discuss issues that trouble you with an experienced professional who is unbiased and honors the code of confidentiality.

Services I Provide

• Individual Therapy & Counseling
• Marriage, Couples, or Relationship Counseling
• Online Counseling / Phone Therapy

Ages I Work With

• Adults

Languages I Speak

• English

Groups I Work With

People who feel betrayed by broken promises, infidelity, addictions and discovery of secret lives of partner.
Torn between two lovers and conflict tearing you apart.
Focus on decision making and rebuilding trust in self and partner.

Therapy Approaches I Use

• Client-Directed Outcome-Informed Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy /REBT
• Depth-Oriented Brief Therapy
• Family Systems Therapy
• Integration of different therapy models
• Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy
• Positive Psychotherapy
• Relationship Enhancement Therapy
• Solution Focused Therapy

Concerns & Issues I Help With

• Relationships & Marriage
• Social Skills & Problems
• Depression & Mood
• Attachment