People tend to think that you have to have really severe problems to need counseling. This is the exception, not the rule. Most people who see a therapist are benefiting from a process of expressing, and exploring their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, that translates to very tangible improvements in their lives.
To get the most out of your counseling experience, it's important that you find a professional whose approach feels right to you. People are different--including counselors--and a good counselor for one person may not be a good counselor for another. The only real way to know whether you'd be comfortable with a certian counselor is to meet with them. You can begin to assess our compatibility with your needs by understanding a little about our approach. Here are significant elements of our approach:
Warm, Non-Judgmental, Respectful, Insightful,
Genuine, Gentle, Empathic, Solution-Oriented,
Open-Minded, and Caring
There is no one set way for everyone. Each person is different. We attempt to understand and accept each person's individual personality, and assist them accordingly.
Our Counseling Clients
Adults, young adults, adolescents and children.
Adults with “mid-life” challenges regardless of specific age.
Individuals from diverse cultures and lifestyles seeking therapy.
Appointment Times
Appointments are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10:30 am to 6:00 pm and during some evening hours.
Length of Therapy
One of the things we discuss when we meet is a timeframe that is appropriate for your needs.
Depending on your needs, therapy can last for several weeks or several months. Brief therapy (lasting a few weeks) or long-term (therapy lasting 12 months or more) are two examples.
You may want to meet more than once a week until you feel better or your situation is more controlled. I will work with you to make time for frequent sessions.
You are welcome to return after initial therapy is complete.
What People Come to Talk About
Adult and Child ADD and ADHD counseling, coaching, and assistance with accommodation
Depression, anxiety or mixed conditions
Trauma, recent or long-standing
Relationship Issues
Regaining personal stability after spouse/partner death or loss
Inner Life, including spiritual concerns
Mid-Life challenges and questions
Issues in business management and career planning
Special issue problem solving, for example, preparing for a major relocation or leaving a personal or work relationship
Stresses experienced by adults working with children with learning disorders or mental health issues (see Educational Services for more information)
Wide-ranging counseling topics, not listed above or overlapping with above.
Approach to Therapy
My approach is to make it as comfortable and uncomplicated as possible for you to speak about the issues, feelings, and problems you have.
In all cases, I create a safe, respectful therapy environment in which we work together.
Once a safe and respectful environment is established, therapy can begin to move in a healing direction.
My background and training are in the areas of talk therapy and the integration of mind, body and spirit, cognitive, behavioral, and interactive therapy approaches.
My theory background and training are in depth theories, especially Rational-Emotive therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, Insight oriented approaches and Play therapies. I attend ongoing training and study to remain current and to maintain all my licensures and certifications.
Fees:
$90/session, payable at the time of service.
We currently participate in most insurance programs with the exception of Blue Cross and Blue Shield and CommunityCare/Community Choice
CONTACT:
I encourage you to call to ask questions or gain more information about my practice and to ask about appointment times
Ready to begin counseling? Please fill out the intake form and mail or fax to us. We will contact you as soon as we receive your information and set up your appointment.
