Please, call me JJ. Truth is, it's all about connection. You need to feel connected to your Therapist as you both work together. No matter how many theoretical orientations a therapist has at their fingertips, it will never replace human connection. My job is to create a safe therapeutic relationship that will allow you to explore and possibly
I often use the metaphor that therapy is like a trusted workspace where people can sort through their thoughts, feelings, relationships, and life experiences as a way to develop strategies for the parts of life where they feel stuck or confused. As a therapist, I use narrative and cognitive-based principles to help us get a better sense of the str
Do you want a deeper sense of connection or a greater sense of purpose in life? You may be dealing with stress, fear, marriage issues, dating difficulties, confusion, life transitions, low self worth, career direction, or something else impacting your life and relationships. You might have a mistrust of men or women based on past, hurtful experienc
Respect is the essence of my approach to therapy. You may be seeking help for any number of reasons - depression, relationship problems, addiction, to name a few - and one can easily begin to view himselfherself as a problem to be fixed; however, I believe there is value in coming to understand that your current struggles are the result of your bes
"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony." -Mahatma Gandhi. Stress, anxiety, interpersonal relationships issues, life transitions, low self-esteem and depression can all contribute to disharmony to our lives. I personalize different therapy models to cater to my client's individual needs to support
You're tired of the emotional barriers that keep you from enjoying your relationships, work, and social activities. Sometimes you wonder why you reacted so intensely to someone or something and you wish you could control your reaction. You're not afraid of digging deep and facing your feelings, but you just don't know how.
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If you’re finding yourself in frequent conflict with your partner or other important people in your life, it’s common to conclude that your partnership isn’t meant to be, that your conflict is due to a mismatch. However, conflict is an opportunity to grow into a deeper, more meaningful relationship. I partner with couples in ways
Traumatic memory appears without warning. It stops you in your tracks, invades, and overwhelms. In a moment’s notice, your body and brain feel hijacked. No matter what you try and bury it under work, food, relationships – it’s still there. You may dissociate or maybe you’re watching it happen across the room, in your child&r
I am empathetic and enthusiastic about my work and encourage my client's to be curious about their lives, goals, and treatment. My approach to helping others is "eclectic," in that I do not adhere to one specific way of working with people. Instead, I utilize a combination of psychodynamic, object relations, and a family systems persp
Proven successful treatment that can help patients live more peaceful and fulfilling lives. The treatment that I use is psychoanalytic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. I believe in working together to to feel less alone. Helping people of various backgrounds working through patterns of behavior to achieve loving connections with others and pers
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