My Philosophy We are each so unique. Therefore, I like to provide an environment full of creativity, flexibility and humor during the counseling process. Challenging your self-perception, understanding your emotions, and changing your unhelpful behaviors requires tough work, but you won’t be doing it alone. I believe that for counseling to be effective, both you and I must be actively engaged in the process. Together we can begin identifying your needs, developing goals and assessing progress. Outside of session, there may be homework assignments such as journal writing, reading, art or other methods of self-discovery and expression. I will challenge you, in an empathetic manner, to look within and develop greater self-awareness. The hope is that you will gain knowledge and tools, not only to overcome your immediate obstacles, but to facilitate continued growth and development long after therapy has ended. [layerslider id=”Full Quote Slider”] SOME AREAS WE MIGHT EXPLORE OWNING YOUR EXPERIENCE Loving yourself and your body. Radical acceptance. Boundary setting and relationships. Using your voice. YOUR PERSONAL NARRATIVE Understanding how your past experiences affect you today. Explore your beliefs…the lens through which you see the world. Re-authoring your story. DISCOVERING YOUR LIFE MEANING Making an inventory of strengths. Discovering your vision, goals, and motivators. Exploring your career choices. MOOD MAPPING Building an emotional vocabulary. Experiencing and managing your emotions. Learning to communicate your needs effectively.
