I strongly believe in your inherent ability to grow and change-- to survive neglect, hardship, and trauma and become stronger and more resilient. I help people find their strengths and learn to accept and even love their vulnerabilities. I teach coping skills and I listen intently.
My approach to therapy is open, non-judgmental, and strives to make you feel comfortable and safe. I try to help you work through feelings or beliefs that may be blocking you from living your happiest, most fulfilled life. In therapy we can increase your understanding of what is causing the distress, explore possible solutions, and create a plan
While I invite you to sit in the "driver's seat" on your therapeutic journey, I introduce empowering techniques and strategies aimed to "fill your gas tank," so you can reach your desired destination.
I prioritize treating each client with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, while utilizing a collaborative approach to therapy. I invite my clie
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I've practiced psychotherapy for over 40 years, and during most of that time also taught psychiatric residents at Johns Hopkins Medical School. My areas of specialization are bipolar type 2 and borderline personality disorder. I've also worked with many entrepreneurs since the publication of my book,
Grief is the normal and natural human response to loss, but this doesn't make it any less overwhelming to navigate. If someone or something that anchored your life has disappeared, the process of healing and rebuilding through grief can feel impossible. I work with people grieving over six to eight sessions to establish a solid foundation that
It can be hard to make necessary changes in our lives. I provide a kind and caring atmosphere where people can feel free to open up about their life. I help people find the strength to set positive personal goals and make positive changes toward self-growth through my utilization of patience, teaching of realistic goal setting and modeling of commu
I am glad you're here -- it is courageous to seek expert support in working through issues that seem overwhelming. I have over 15 years' experience working in a variety of clinical settings, from grassroots nonprofit organizations to intensive care units. I am a certified EMDR therapist and I specialize in working with individuals and coupl
My philosophy as both a psychotherapist and life coach has always been one of beginning wherever my clients are, and empowering them to take the lead in our work towards their healing and growth. The therapeutic process should be unique for each individual or couple rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Therefore I use an eclectic mix of strate
As there are many therapists to choose from, your task in finding a therapist can be challenging. I hope by reading more about me, you will have a better sense of how I may be able to help you. I believe that successful and effective therapy depends upon your sense of comfort and emotional safety, as well as the connection we establish in the ther
My primary treatment approach is cognitive-behavioral which is solution-focused and generally shorter-term, however, in reality, we all generally benefit from a variety of therapeutic strategies and i will often utilize complementary and eclectic techniques that enables a more personalized treatment approach and relies on best practices for your sp
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