Therapeutic Approach

Therapy is a deeply personal journey requiring courage, honesty, and sincere self-reflection. While it holds transformative potential, therapy may not suit everyone. Choosing therapy or counseling is most effective when rooted in realistic expectations, genuine openness, and a willingness to engage collaboratively in the therapeutic process. My role is to provide a supportive, empathetic, and respectful environment where you feel empowered to explore your thoughts and feelings freely, maintaining full autonomy in your decisions. Together, we'll identify your strengths, foster self-compassion, and clarify your values and identity.

My practice integrates proven therapeutic methods within a person-centered framework. We'll collaborate to establish clear goals tailored specifically to your unique situation. My expertise includes helping individuals navigate trauma, mood disorders such as anxiety or depression, relationship challenges, and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). I often utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you recognize and shift patterns, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for emotional regulation and relationship management, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to enhance psychological flexibility, Psychodynamic approaches to explore deeper emotional influences, and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to process and heal trauma effectively.

At the heart of my therapeutic philosophy is the principle of "cutting the cord of influence," which focuses on understanding and reconciling past experiences or relationships that continue to impact your present emotional and behavioral patterns. Through addressing these underlying influences, you can gain greater emotional clarity, resilience, and healthier coping mechanisms. Understanding the distinction between counseling and therapy is also crucial: counseling generally targets specific, immediate issues through focused, short-term strategies, whereas therapy involves more comprehensive emotional exploration, aiming for enduring self-awareness, emotional stability, and personal growth.

Our sessions offer essential structure, guidance, and encouragement, yet meaningful transformation depends significantly on your engagement and commitment outside of our meetings. If this approach resonates with you and aligns with your readiness for change, I warmly encourage you to explore this collaborative journey with me.to bring about positive changes in one’s life, while therapy aims to improve one’s outlook and coping mechanisms, ultimately helping to reshape one’s personality.

Whether you are looking for counseling, therapy, or a combination of both, there are always opportunities for self-improvement and a better life. During our initial sessions, we will explore how to construct your treatment plan and establish fundamental treatment goals based on your desires for improvement. While I am committed to my clients' journeys, it’s important to recognize that the real work happens outside of our sessions; thus, an expectation of commitment is essential. I invest in people and their betterment, so if this resonates with you, please contact me to discuss possible treatment options.