work collaboratively to help recognize the ways your life experiences have shaped your attitudes, beliefs, & choices. You'll understand how your symptoms developed, how to take control of them, & a plan to try new ways of responding to experiences.
work collaboratively to help recognize the ways your life experiences have shaped your attitudes, beliefs, & choices. You'll understand how your symptoms developed, how to take control of them, & a plan to try new ways of responding to experiences.
Find solutions & see results that make meaningful differences in your life. You will feel a sense of relief & freedom as you improve your understanding of how choices you make impact your sense of self, your relationships, & the way you view life.
✔ Identify the real force that is holding you back ✔ Elicit new perspectives on the problems that you are stuck on ✔Release whatever has been weighing on you to feel some much-needed relief ✔ Cultivate a stronger connection with self and other.
✔ Identify the real force that is holding you back ✔ Elicit new perspectives on the problems that you are stuck on ✔Release whatever has been weighing on you to feel some much-needed relief ✔ Cultivate a stronger connection with self and other.
I adapt the therapy to you rather than expecting you to adapt to the therapy. My therapy style is collaborative. I see myself as a fellow traveler walking alongside you, assisting you in discovering and developing your inner expertise and strengths.
Your good days, your bad days, your even worst days... and all of the ordinary days in between, let's chat about them. Life is hard, being a human can be really hard - but we don't always need to be suffering. Let's work together to better your days
Your good days, your bad days, your even worst days... and all of the ordinary days in between, let's chat about them. Life is hard, being a human can be really hard - but we don't always need to be suffering. Let's work together to better your days
You will feel safe, comfortable and heard when you are in session. Not all sessions will be easy, I know that this is hard for you - but before you know it, you'll find yourself smiling more often than before. I am here to support AND challenge you!
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.
Discuss anything from everyday life problems to past childhood experiences. We will focus on what your goals are in treatment and work together to achieve them.
Discuss anything from everyday life problems to past childhood experiences. We will focus on what your goals are in treatment and work together to achieve them.
My approach is person-centered, meaning I recognize you as the expert. I maintain a balance of validation and a push for change by providing clear boundaries, nurturing when needed and challenging barriers keeping you stuck.