I provide a safe and compassionate space where therapy is both relational and practical. We work together to understand patterns that feel stuck or overwhelming, and develop tools that support real change. I specialize in adult ADHD and perinatal/postpartum mental health. I also work with concerns related to body image, trauma, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.
My main therapeutic approach is based on what is considered a Relational Model which focuses on one’s relationship with themselves in relation to others. I help clients learn the practice of Self Compassion based on Kristen Neff, Ph.D.’s research and model. This helps clients incorporate the intentional practice of self compassion.
Through my own practice of self compassion, and in working with my clients, I believe it can transform one’s experience of life emotional resilience, appreciation and growth, instead of getting stuck in suffering.
Other therapeutic practices:
The initial assessment session for individual clients is 75 minutes. The following sessions are 50 minutes. I prefer to meet once a week for the first 4 sessions in order to gather information, come up with a plan and establish a therapeutic relationship. After the 4 sessions, therapy can be more spaced out based on the client’s needs for support.
In working with couples, we meet together for 75 minute sessions. The next 2 sessions are individual 50 minute sessions, allowing me to gather information from each partner regarding family history, relationship history and personal goals for couples therapy. These first three sessions are essentially the assessment phase.
We will then continue to meet together for the remainder of our work. The goal is to work on the relationship as a unit, and each partner contributes to the growth and connection of the relationship.