Together we will gently and safely explore the depths of your story, and feel into the things that you may have not been allowed to feel in your past or present.
Together we will gently and safely explore the depths of your story, and feel into the things that you may have not been allowed to feel in your past or present.
I specialize in emotionally focussed modalities. This includes EMDR trauma therapy, Somatic approaches, Mindfulness, IFS, and many others. These modalities will cause discomfort, and I believe going into that discomfort (gently) is where we heal.
work to understand the complexities of your problems followed by implementation of practical solutions and skills, all couched in a collaborative and nurturing environment. We'll be a team and I'll work hard to help you.
work to understand the complexities of your problems followed by implementation of practical solutions and skills, all couched in a collaborative and nurturing environment. We'll be a team and I'll work hard to help you.
I believe it's important to balance empathy with a focus on helping you create meaningful changes using concrete techniques that are shown effective through research. My goal is to teach you how to be your own psychologist (so-to-speak).
We will explore what changes you would like to make for yourself and create a plan to make it there. Through our work, you'll learn more about yourself, the impact your experiences have had on your life, and what you need to be happy and healthy.
We will explore what changes you would like to make for yourself and create a plan to make it there. Through our work, you'll learn more about yourself, the impact your experiences have had on your life, and what you need to be happy and healthy.
I invite you to be an active participant in your healing journey and, as such, encourage clients to collaborate with me on their goals. My clients appreciate my direct, quirky, culturally sensitive approach and ability to meet them where they are.
address the unique challenges faced by gay men, such as reconciling your identity and lived experiences. We also will focus on any relevant emotional and interpersonal challenges you might experience.
address the unique challenges faced by gay men, such as reconciling your identity and lived experiences. We also will focus on any relevant emotional and interpersonal challenges you might experience.
I like to support my patients where they are at presently, but also help prepare them for forward momentum. At times I may stir the pot and "call folks" out as necessary, while also validating their experiences for what they are worth.
Overcome your mental obstacles. As a counselor, I find it powerful to assist my clients through empowering them in emotional independence. I am here to guide you in discovering who you are, what your potential is and how you can get there.
Overcome your mental obstacles. As a counselor, I find it powerful to assist my clients through empowering them in emotional independence. I am here to guide you in discovering who you are, what your potential is and how you can get there.
I am a huge advocate for helping others become equipped with the tools they need to overcome the obstacles within their lives. The best way to do this is to work on issues as a collaborative team.