Therapy Services offered:
My approach is comprised of three components: first, a relational approach to therapy, where the therapeutic relationship is a partnership and a profound opportunity for healing; second, a practical approach where we work together on specific stress management, resiliency and self care practices, as well as communication skills, parenting and other techniques that are specific and evidence based; and finally, an integrative clinical approach that draws upon my years of training in different but complementary practices - EMDR psychotherapy, multiple approaches that address complex trauma, dissociation and other trauma related challenges; play, sand tray and expressive therapies, cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, and attachment focused therapy with an understanding of interpersonal neurobiology, all complementary, powerful and effective. EMDR psychotherapy is now at the core of my practice because of its effectiveness and ability to help you transform your life.
I use multiple assessments with you to determine your challenges and the best course of action; together we identify concrete ways you’ll know you’re making change. My expertise is in serving people coping with a wide array of trauma and anxiety related problems, including histories of complex trauma and adversity, post traumatic stress disorder and stress related challenges; helping children and their families with mental health challenges in childhood, including anxiety, phobias, behavioral problems, loss; and helping parents manage the unique challenges of parenting children who are neurodivergent and need support. I continually learn emerging skills and knowledge to provide you the best care possible and to satisfy my own quest for knowledge and growth.
My practice offers:
Compassionate, holistic assessment that includes evidence based assessments, complete history taking, and a collaborative approach to determine best course of action to help you meet your goals
Individual therapy informed by evidence based practices, including EMDR psychotherapy, neuroscience, trauma and adversity research, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic and family systems therapy, positive psychology, stress reduction and resiliency training, sensory and body regulation strategies, and sand tray and expressive therapies. My areas of expertise working with adults include anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, panic, problems managing stress, relationship challenges, change of career, and setting career and life goals.
Therapy with children and adolescents to help children manage emotions, stress, anxiety and mood challenges, behavior challenges, problems in school, coping with traumatic events, learning challenges, supporting children through family transition and divorce, adoption, grief and loss, and other issues
Support for parents, including skills training, counseling and group support
Full or half day training offered to agencies and to independent clinicians; topics include self care for caregivers, how to integrate stress management skills into your program or practice, and a range of training modules on Sand tray therapy 101, the use of sand tray therapy in a range of settings, and how to incorporate Sand tray therapy and EMDR practices.
Assessments: As a former clinical director, I’ve implemented many varied assessments as part of an evidence based treatment approach, and continue to use assessments to track change and inform our goals. I am highly trained in trauma assessments for all ages, am trained in a “gold standard” assessment for autism called the (ADOS) Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, have experience with integrating occupational therapy interventions with sensory needs, and work collaboratively with learning specialists and other therapists in order to provide the most comprehensive understanding possible of your child; I also work closely with school districts to advocate for your child and learn more about their school life if needed.