Growth doesn’t always feel good, it’s my privilege to walk alongside you through this experience.
Using a humanistic and relational approach, our therapy sessions are tailored to your unique needs. If you prefer more structure I can provide CBT or DBT, you are in charge of your own experience and you steer our sessions with my guidance. I empower you to draw from your inherent strength and resiliency, to align your actions with your values, and to live your most fulfilling, dynamic life.
Alcohol & Drug Counseling
Dealing with the effects of alcohol and drug addiction can seem like an impossible and confusing endeavor. Oftentimes you may feel like you don’t know where to begin. As your therapist, I offer a tailored, evidence-based approach to identify the root causes and develop coping skills. I provide family therapy to rebuild relationships and improve communication. My goal is to provide the tools and support for lasting recovery and improved quality of life. Please reach out if you or a loved one is struggling.
Anxiety & Depression
I understand how anxiety and depression can bring immense discomfort and can be debilitating, no matter how common they may seem. It's not easy to cope with these challenges, especially when left untreated for extended periods. As your therapist, I approach your experiences with empathy and compassion. My aim is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can share your feelings and concerns without fear of judgment or shame. Together, we will develop a personalized plan that feels manageable and realistic for you, taking into account your unique needs and goals. By working together, we can build on your strengths, develop new coping strategies, and reduce your symptoms, improving your overall quality of life.
Trauma Therapy
Many people seem to believe that unless you’ve experienced trauma with a big “T”, you aren’t eligible to seek relief from discomfort. Whether it's the result of a single traumatic event or a series of smaller incidents, the effects of trauma can be long-lasting and pervasive. As your therapist, I believe that everyone is deserving of relief from discomfort, regardless of the nature or severity of their trauma. Together, we can explore the impacts of your experiences and develop strategies to help you move forward and find healing. By providing a safe and supportive space, I aim to empower you to navigate the impacts of trauma and work towards a more comfortable and fulfilling life.
Mindfulness & Meditation
Mindfulness and meditation are powerful tools that can support any therapy. Mini-mindful-moments can help regulate mood and self-soothe. Whether you're spiritual or not, mindfulness involves being present without judgment. As your therapist, I can help you develop and grow your own mindfulness practice that aligns with your unique needs and goals, and has a profound impact on your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being
Co-Occurring Disorders
Many of us face multiple challenges at once. You may have underlying anxiety or depression and have turned to substances to cope and find relief. Treating co-occurring disorders can involve addressing symptoms at the same time or prioritizing them based on urgency. As your therapist, we can work together to determine the most effective approach for you. By exploring the root causes of your challenges and developing strategies to manage them, we can improve your overall well-being and support you on the path to healing
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Life can be overwhelming, and it's not always easy to manage difficult emotions, self-harm behaviors, or a history of suicide attempts. With my expertise in DBT, we can work on creating a safe and non-judgmental environment to help you explore and understand your emotions. We will focus on developing mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal skills to help you manage your emotions in a healthy way. Through therapeutic mindfulness, we will work on cultivating awareness of your thoughts, feelings, and sensations, so you can observe them without judgment or reaction. With improved emotional regulation, you will develop the ability to regulate your emotions and prevent them from taking over. With interpersonal effectiveness training, you will learn to communicate effectively and build healthy relationships with those around you. Together, we can create a customized DBT treatment plan that fits your specific needs and goals. With empathy and understanding, we'll navigate life's ups and downs, empowering you to build a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Appearances
“Jaded and Sedated is a Podcast produced by psychiatric nurses Julia and Andria who discuss the various and sundry problems they encounter working in psychiatric emergency. In this episode we get real real with our friend Becca, who has worked in substance use treatment for over a decade. It's all of the things- crazy, tragic, beautiful, miraculous- a front row seat to miracles, but also to abuses of power and some major systems failures.”
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