Taking a step toward healing and change can sometimes feel uncomfortable and unfamiliar. You are not alone in this. Many people feel anxious anticipating their first therapy session and wonder what to expect. Although the experience of psychotherapy can be different for everyone, here are some basic ideas about what you can expect from me during this process:

  • In the first few sessions, we will work together to identify the struggles you would like to work on. This will include gathering information about your current life issues and past experiences. My goal is always to meet you with a non-judgmental ear and an open heart as we get to know each other.
  • My approach to therapy is collaborative. In other words, I consider you the co-therapist in the room – someone who brings with them the ability to contribute to their own growth, healing, and transformation.
  • My experience has taught me that healing takes more than just cognitive recognition about a problem. Lasting change through therapy requires delving into our wounds and uncovering how they have shaped our beliefs about ourselves today. I will work with you to not only understand your struggles, but also to help you experience the many levels of feelings associated with them.

Types of Therapy Offered

Individual therapy sessions are typically 50 minutes in length and are usually scheduled on a weekly basis. The focus during these sessions is on identifying where you are having difficulties in life and how old patterns and beliefs are contributing to them. We will work together on promoting self-awareness, removing barriers to individual potential, and acquiring the tools necessary to deal confidently with future emotional challenges.