My Approach.

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Skillful therapy requires extensive training in, and experience with scientifically sound approaches

that are customized to the unique needs of each individual, couple or family, and

are organically applied with wisdom, insight and intuition

in the context of a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental environment.

Science.

Effective therapy involves applying scientifically supported therapy approaches.

I have been very fortunate to train with some of the most world-renowned creators of research-based, empirically validated individual and couples therapies, as well as experts in the field of psychology, behavioral medicine and mindfulness meditation.

Throughout the years, I have experienced the effectiveness of applying these methods to individuals, couples & families.

I am dedicated to mastering and integrating these empirically supported approaches in order to help people truly thrive, be their best selves, and improve their lives and relationships.

Art.

Skillful Therapy is also a craft.

Spending many years applying a range of effective approaches, I have learned to naturally integrate them in a way that is most effective & meaningful to each individual and/or couple.

Effective therapy is like any masterful art, it involves working from classical training that ensures technical skill and provides the maps that guide the process. It includes noticing nuances and layers both internal to each person and between them in relationships. It requires asking the most helpful questions to illuminate their strengths, challenges and patterns within a safe environment so clients can see themselves, others, their situations, & their dynamics more clearly, while clarifying their values & goals, and also identifying & overcoming their obstacles.

This process allows clients to discover their own paths and be inspired and able to move towards what matters most to them.

Wisdom.

Impactful therapy requires knowledge, experience, wisdom, insight and intuition.

I have come to trust the combination of these elements in the process of effective therapy that can have a profound impact on clients, their relationships and their lives. These characteristics are not ones that can be read in a book or developed in just a few years, and can be some of the most important factors distinguishing between average and extraordinary therapy experiences. Such therapy can transform a life from one that is unhappy, unfulfilled or anxiety provoking to one that is joyful, inspired, peaceful, connected and meaningful.

Collaboration.

Powerful therapy involves creating a safe, secure and non-judgmental environment, as well as a connected, collaborative relationship with each individual client or each partner within a couple.

I focus on understanding the internal experience of each client and the interactions between them and others. I use thoughtful questions to illuminate clients’ strengths and barriers and to help guide clients to their own answers about such things as what they need and want that are most in line with who they are and what matters most to them.

This safe, non-judgmental alliance and space can allow for deep sharing, exploration, insight and active steps to use strengths, shift patterns and overcome barriers in order to engage in more connected relationships with oneself and others and to create a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

My Specializations

“Answers are closed rooms; and questions are open doors that invite us in.”

— Nancy Willard

The Process.

Assessment.

In individual therapy, I have you complete a history form and questionnaires, and we focus time in the first couple of meetings to get a thorough history including the relationships and events that have shaped you and your life, your physical and mental health, your values, and your goals for therapy.

When I work with couples, I have each of you complete these forms and I gather a thorough history through meeting with you together and then each of you separately, followed by another joint meeting.

Based on this assessment, I identify whether I think I can be most helpful to you and you have an opportunity to assess whether you are comfortable and believe I can be helpful. Based on this determination and whether we will be working together, we discuss my recommendations and your options.

Individualized Plan.

If we begin working together, we create an individualized plan for your therapy based on your unique history, needs, values, goals and style. I incorporate my training in multiple research-based, empirically validated therapy approaches in order to develop a relevant and effective individualized plan for you. While I tend to draw most readily from a couple of specific approaches, depending on your needs and style, I systematically incorporate and integrate a broader range of approaches based on what is most helpful and relevant.

After the assessment, we discuss the initial plan, begin to implement this process, regularly assess the effectiveness of your therapy, and make adjustments as needed.

Ongoing Re-assessment.

Throughout our work together, we are routinely checking in about your goals and progress in order to continue the same path or make adjustments as needed. This frequent review allows us to ensure that we are meeting with a purpose, moving in the direction you are seeking or choosing another path towards those goals. By checking in regularly we can determine whether to continue our work together or make recommendations for other approaches or services that might be helpful. This ongoing assessment also allows us to determine when you have reached your goals, at which point we create a plan, typically involving meeting less frequently over time before deciding to end our work together. At times, after ending our work together, clients may later return for a different piece of work or to address different life stressors or stages.

Individual Therapy

Couples Therapy

Consultation