Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy is first and foremost an opportunity for personal growth, self-awareness and change.
Individuals come to therapy to resolve various problems; to ease the symptoms of anxiety, stress or depression; and/or to improve the quality of their lives and relationships.
The foundation of any therapeutic process is the creation of an emotionally-safe environment in which to express one’s thoughts and feelings. Then, understanding what the problem is, how it originated, and what has interfered with its resolution are the next steps in clarifying the goals and objectives important to each individual.
I use a psycho-dynamic approach to understanding the origins of problems, then focus on identifying inner strengths and developing skills, and finally incorporate positive psychology to support making positive life changes.
In my experience, therapy is most effective when there is a focus on the present and future and not just the past. Positive, lasting change always occurs from the inside-out and seeing things in a new light.
For some helpful books, please refer to the Suggested Readings page on the Navigation Bar.
Individuals come to therapy to resolve various problems; to ease the symptoms of anxiety, stress or depression; and/or to improve the quality of their lives and relationships.
The foundation of any therapeutic process is the creation of an emotionally-safe environment in which to express one’s thoughts and feelings. Then, understanding what the problem is, how it originated, and what has interfered with its resolution are the next steps in clarifying the goals and objectives important to each individual.
I use a psycho-dynamic approach to understanding the origins of problems, then focus on identifying inner strengths and developing skills, and finally incorporate positive psychology to support making positive life changes.
In my experience, therapy is most effective when there is a focus on the present and future and not just the past. Positive, lasting change always occurs from the inside-out and seeing things in a new light.
For some helpful books, please refer to the Suggested Readings page on the Navigation Bar.
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“Grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change; the courage to change the things I can; and the wisdom to know the difference." -- Reinhold Niebuhr |