SERVICES I OFFER
Personalized Care and Guidance
THERAPY (INDIVIDUAL, FAMILY & GROUP)
The Care You Deserve
Perhaps you are going through a break up, reliving a traumatic time, battling an addiction, feel like nobody understands you or maybe you just want someone to talk to in a nonjudgmental environment. Anxiety, depression, stress and other overwhelming life events can interfere with the desire to even get out of bed.
Anxiety- worries, nerves, irrational fears and thoughts are all interrupting your daily routines. Anxiety is holding you back from creating lasting social relationships and attending events. It is important to know that you do not have to live with anxiety. Therapy can help you uncover the underlying causes of your worries and fears, look at situations in a new way and develop better coping and problem solving skills.
Depression, the struggle is real- feeling tired before the day even begins and you have an endless list of responsibilities. Maybe you are the one who holds it together for everyone else; but unfortunately, you’re hurting yourself. You know you need to make some changes but you’re not sure where to begin. I am not here to tell you what to do, feel, or think; but I am here to provide you with an unbiased perspective that will help guide you in the right direction.
Stress, a history of abuse or traumatic events can lead to anxiety, self-criticism, relationship issues or a feeling of being stuck that you can’t get rid of. I know you are tired of feeling trapped in doubt and unable to fully live. Let me help you put those days behind you by unlearning the negative patterns and experiencing emotional freedom.
Family connections are often the strongest connections we have but also the most troubling. Family therapy can happen as a whole family unit, parents and a child or parents and children separate. Families often struggle with the many activities, responsibilities and stress of everyone doing something different. Parents and teenagers often have a hard time connecting which can lead to problematic situations and behaviors. Communication in the family shouldn't feel like you are walking on eggshells. Communication and connection should be stable and positive. Family therapy can also help other family members learn how to cope with another family member’s mental health issues. Creating healthy family relationships can be one of the greatest challenges and deepest satisfactions.
We all want some form of social connection and through group therapy, we are able to have that connection in a positive manner. Group therapy creates safe spaces to explore, practice, and gain feedback with others experiencing similar challenges. Some benefits of group therapy include being able to connect with others with similar concerns, knowing you are not alone in your struggles, giving and receiving honest feedback, exploring new ways of communication, working on assertiveness and enhancing the benefits of individual therapy. Groups may range on topics from behavioral issues, anger management, coping skills, mindfulness, social anxiety, depression, interpersonal skills, art therapy, self-esteem, addiction and processing groups.
CHILD THERAPY
Happiness Begins Here
Having any issues with your child can be scary. Parents all want what is best for their children. As a parent, you are worried about what you see your teen going through. The excessive anxiety about school, relationships, and the struggle to adjust to any change in routine. Their stress level is high and they isolate from friends and family. You watch them play video games, scroll through social media and binge on Netflix, but they never tell you what's going on. That's the scariest part. You want to help them, but you can't break through. You know it can't continue like this any longer.
Many of the problems, both social and academic, that children and adolescents face today stem from difficulties managing emotions. This takes shape in a variety of ways; temper tantrums, moodiness, low tolerance for frustration, hyperactivity, limited attention, poor social skills, low self-esteem, defiance of authority, lack of direction and motivation, substance use, and a decline in academics. I can assist individuals and families in developing strategies to reduce these disruptive symptoms.
My passion is helping young- developing minds overcome barriers, express their feelings and emotions, manage school difficulties, improve relationships, and discover their strengths. I strive to cultivate an environment of trust and respect in order to create a safe space for every child. I also work very closely with the caregivers of my clients as I believe in a systemic approach to care.
Additionally, I am available for school observations, consultations with school staff, and review of psycho-educational evaluations.
DIALECTICAL BEHAVIORAL THERAPY
Create A Life Worth Living
Dialectal Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy that focuses on the psychosocial aspects of therapy, emphasizing the importance of a collaborative relationship, support for the client, and the development of skills for dealing with highly emotional situations (Psych Central, 2016).
DBT skills can help almost any and everyone. I truly believe that although DBT skills were created for people struggling with suicidal thoughts and borderline personality disorder, the skills actually help with all mental health conditions.
The skills are divided into four modules: Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Distress Tolerance, and Emotion Regulation. The modules include a wide range of skills that can be used in your daily life.
Mindfulness skills teach you how to be more mindful. It teaches you to observe, describe, and participate in your emotions. You will learn to use mindful skills effectively and in a nonjudgmental and open-minded manner.
Interpersonal effectiveness helps you learn how to ask for what you need, practice saying no, and handle interpersonal conflict. You will gain skills to be able to have better overall relationships.
Distress tolerance helps you to learn to accept emotional pain. You will be able to accept situations that you cannot change in a nonjudgmental way. You will learn the difference between accepting and approving of reality.
Emotional Regulation skills help you learn to regulate your emotions so that they are not always so intense. You will learn skills such as labeling your emotions, identifying instances to change your emotions, increase position emotional events, and more.