Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Motivational interviewing (MI), Solution-focused
Regardless of my credentials, you are the expert on you. In sessions, I provide space to discuss issues, space to explore alternate outcomes/solutions for consideration, and I like to provide information to help people better understand their symptoms. I also often assign "homework", as needed. I want our time together to be a productive collaboration, and homework can be a really effective tool. Learning new skills and behaviors is all about practice!
My goal is to walk beside you on this journey and provide long-lasting skills so you can continue your success even after our sessions have ended.
MA - Marriage and Family Therapy, Notre Dame de Namur University
CA 86950
she/her
Outside of work I love to mountain bike when I have the chance! I have a young kiddo, so can't often get out for a long ride, but usually doing something outside as a family.
Taking a little bit of time to sit outside, ideally in the sun. Even if it's just 5 minutes, just that short bit of time makes quite a difference for me.
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll - this book is just so whimsical, a little scary, and generally wonderful.
Mountain biking and/or exercise is my big recharge. Even if I can't get out for a full ride, doing 10-15 minutes of movement always helps for me.
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