Therapy Approach

My approach to therapy is relational and client-centered. Sessions are your time for us to talk about and work on your life and priorities. Sessions are casual and conversational. I will be curious, not judgmental. Oftentimes I offer "homework" if clients are interested in doing more work between sessions.

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My hope is therapy will help you better understand and address the needs of the present, come to terms with the past, and shape a healthier and happier future.  If you give counseling a try with me, and you decide we are not a good fit, then no worries and no hurt feelings. I’m happy to help you connect with someone else to get the assistance you are seeking. That is most important!

 

For those interested in "modalities" and "theories," I use an integrated therapy approach based in Family Systems Theory that draws upon tools and interventions from various therapy models and methods. I am EMDR trained, use a lot of Gottman with couples, and like tools and concepts from other approaches when they seem to fit (CBT, DBT, EFT, narrative, etc,). I can also incorporate faith principles and perspective for clients desiring to do so. I'm a big believer that people are unique and part of therapy is understanding what tools and framework make the most sense for them. Please feel free to contact me with questions about any of this!