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About My Clients
Do you feel like you are floundering in life? Held back by overwhelming anxiety, depression/sadness, or the way you have been hurt in your life? Have you been struggling to keep your head above water, but feel like you are drowning? Being pulled down no matter what you do? Are you heart broken or discouraged by the way your relationships are right now- feeling misunderstood, frustrated, hopeless? I will offer support, understanding, & compassion, along with realistic/practical help & solutions.
My Background and Approach
The reasons we struggle in life have their roots in who we are biologically, emotionally, our personality, life experiences including trauma, family dynamics, and social & cultural influences. Whew! that's a lot! But together, we can get to the bottom of things and figure out what to do. I will bring 40 years of professional training and practical experience, as well as sincere interest in helping others, to assist you in getting a handle on what is going on in your life. I will meet you where you are at, not judge you, work hard to understand the complexity of your life, and support you as you make meaningful changes that make a difference for you. My work includes supportive and sometimes probing conversations, but also in-session coaching and practice at home. I will help you understand things better, learn useful tools for dealing more effectively with what life is throwing at you, and ultimately help you feel less depressed, anxious, hopeless, overwhelmed, or discouraged.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I believe that everyone can get better- that is, find different ways to think, experience and manage emotions, develop more effective strategies for coping with issues, and improve relationships. Being in therapy, if you feel safe & supported but also willing to take risks and try new things, can be a powerful experience that leads to transformation in your life.