Individual therapy gives you a totally neutral space to think and feel. It can be the first step toward a new way of looking at yourself. I view my role as an individual therapist to encourage you to do this work and share observations gently and compassionately as you work toward making positive changes. I employ an insight-oriented approach, focusing on emotions, relationships, underlying motivations, and inner conflict. I enjoy using metaphor to help us both more fully understand your story.

The relationship you have with a therapist is also key in a successful therapy experience and should represent mutual respect, healthy communication, and trust. I emphasize these principles, as well as a shared authenticity, in working together to achieve your goals.

I typically work with individuals over a long period of time. The start of therapy is usually a time to uncover recurring themes, identify how you might be contributing to them, and alleviate overall acute distress. Afterward, the work takes on the focus of implementing change and tracking progress. It also serves as a space for even deeper reflection and insight as you increasingly discover and understand yourself.

Some therapy experiences are shorter, though, and are just for a specific time in your life. Given the focus on you, you decide when you’re ready for our work to come to an end. We will use the last few sessions together to review what we’ve both learned and harness the excitement for your future.