Many of my clients come to therapy for help with relationships, and are frustrated that they repeat patterns but don't have an alternative. I believe relationships are central to life and I also know that much of what we learn about how to relate comes from childhood. Often we've outgrown certain ways of interacting, but it can be hard to k
When it comes to my approach to helping, I believe in the power of a holistic and client-centered methodology. I see each person as an individual with distinct needs, backgrounds, and aspirations. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
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My therapeutic practice is grounded in evidence-based techniques and a holistic understanding of each client's unique experiences. I find great joy in working with children, adolescents, and young adults, guiding them through their distinctive challenges and developmental stages. By creating a supportive and empathetic environment, I aim to emp
My approach to healing is rooted in creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and culturally sensitive space where clients can freely explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. I believe that healing begins with feeling truly heard and understood, which is why I take a compassionate, client-centered approach tailored to each person’s uniqu
I specialize in helping busy adults better manage symptoms of stress and anxiety and become more present, engaged, and purposeful in their daily lives. My approach is tailored to each unique individual and based on their specific contexts, goals, preferences, and needs. I utilize evidence-based treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Ther
My style is warm, down-to-earth, and creative. I try to do my best to provide a welcoming and safe environment for my patients to express themselves. I have a passion for working with patients who are seeking a meaningful life and see value in deepening their self-awareness. I take an integrative approach to treating patients, recognizing the indiv
Specializing in:
-- eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma and self-esteem
-- maternal mental health and women's issues
-- trauma & PTSD
-- understanding and healing from narcissistic abuse
-- grief and loss
-- chronic health & cancer struggles
Hello. I'm Dr. CJ Drake. I have more than 30 years of experience working in mental health care as a clinician, educator, and clinical supervisor. I prioritize confidentiality, compassion, and individualized collaborative care. My approach includes guided mindful discovery, empathic listening, client-centered processing, and targeted skill build
Our personal evolution is often shaped by change, within the layered identities we carry, the connections that ground us, and the roles we are asked to grow into. Life transitions such as ending a partnership, changing careers, becoming a parent, or grieving a loss can leave us feeling disoriented and emotionally taxed, caught between who we once w
As a Narrative Therapist and Couples Counselor, I draw on my background in the arts to help clients achieve creative and empowering change. I have decades of experience helping couples, individuals, and families live new fulfilling life stories.
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