EMDR and IFS-Informed Psychotherapy
Compassionate and Collaborative Treatment for Adults andTeens
I am an authentic and curious psychologist whose approach emphasizes respect and collaboration. I believe that most problems originate in unresolved trauma and reliance on coping strategies developed earlier in life. Trauma and historically-coherent adaptations often remain fixed, despite a person’s growth and experience. This can blind us to our mature strengths and current resources. I work with clients to resolve trauma, and to update old assumptions and practices with adaptive beliefs, strengths and resources. It’s an honor to witness and support clients, as they discover the uniquely personal values and skills that support more preferred ways of being.
Services offered
Individual Therapy
Solution-focused and strength based treatment for depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, trouble with relationships, impact of oppression, creative blocks and difficult life transitions.
Adolescent Therapy
Emphasizing authenticity, humor and equality to support growth, address depression, anxiety, academic stress and underachievement, anger, community /family violence, & self-injurious behavior.
EMDR Therapy & Consultation
EMDR treatment for post traumatic stress, single incident and complex traumas, dissociative disorders, relationship difficulties, anxieties and problem behaviors. Consultation for EMDR practitioners working towards certification or to support their practice of EMDR.
Family Therapy
Collaborative, inclusive and respectful re-examination of strengths and values to improve communication and chart more preferred ways of addressing developmental family milestones, and challenges.
Contact Me
Because I believe that a good therapist-client fit is essential to successful therapy, I provide a free 15-minute phone consultation, where we can speak about your interest in therapy, and get a preliminary sense of whether my approach and personal style fit your needs.