I assume that everyone is doing the best they can to handle the uncertainties and ups & downs of life. People often seek my help when the approaches or strategies that have worked well for them in the past don't fit or help with current circumstances. Or perhaps the old approaches and strategies have always been fraught with problems and now it feels like the right time try to make fundamental changes. In either case, my goal is to collaborate and think together with you so that we can understand what is and is not working for you, why, and to help you come up with more satisfying solutions to your circumstances.
My approach is interactive, warm, and direct. I want us to recognize and build on your strengths as well as understand your struggles. I emphasize safety, respect, honesty, and curiosity because these values that facilitate a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship.
My Practice & Services
It is difficult to know whether or not you have found that match just from reading an online profile. Therefore, I offer a free telephone consultation for us to discuss the issues with which you need help and to answer your questions about the way I work. If we are not a good match, I will try to provide appropriate referrals.
I am not currently on any insurance panels. However, I can provide you with monthly statements that you may submit for reimbursement if you have PPO coverage. You may also be able to get reimbursement for therapy if you have a Health Spending Account.
Specific Issue(s) I'm Skilled at Helping With
Some of the more frequent issues I help people with include anxiety, depression, relationships, communication, gender and sexuality (especially LGBT individualscouples), family relationships, boundaries, depression, grief, loss, and work andlife transitions.
I am experienced at helping people with a wide range of issues so even if I did not list your specific concern above, feel free to contact me to see if I might be able to help.
I focus on working with adolescents, adults, couples, and LGBTQ individuals and couples.
I frequently help people with anxiety; depression, dating and relationships, interpersonal difficulties, feeling stuck, healing from trauma, loss and grief, HIVAIDS and other chronic medical conditions, and life transitions.
Industries & Communities Served
LGBTQ+
Union First
Client Challenges & Concerns I Address
Abandonment
Abuse / Abuse Survivor Issues
Addictions and Compulsions
Adjusting to Change / Life Transitions
Anger
Anxiety
Attachment Issues
Bipolar
Cancer
Caregiver Issues / Stress
Child and/or Adolescent Issues
Chronic Pain
Codependency / Dependency
Communication Problems
Control Issues
Depression
Dissociation
Eating and Food Issues
Emotional Abuse
Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Overwhelm
Emptiness
Family of Origin Issues
Family Problems
Fear
Fertility Issues
Grief, Loss, and Bereavement
Health / Illness / Medical Issues
HIV / AIDS
Identity Issues
Inattention, Impulsivity, and Hyperactivity (ADHD)
Individuation
Infidelity / Affair Recovery
Irritability
Isolation
LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) Issues