My Psychotherapy Philosophy:

Along our journey in life, we have lived innumerable experiences, both joyful and hurtful, sometimes deeply meaningful and sometimes traumatic. With our commitments and responsibilities to ourselves and others, uncertainty and changes, and difficult and painful circumstances of life, we can get stuck in unhealthy patterns of emotions, behaviors, moods, and relating to those closest to us. And, we can lose the balance between taking care of ourselves and taking care of others, work and the world.

Sometimes worry becomes anxiety, sadness becomes depression, restlessness becomes insomnia, minds become filled with unhelpful thoughts, and avoidant behaviors meant to protect us from suffering only become obstacles to the change we need in our lives. Sometimes the circumstances of our lives, such as loss, trauma, or chronic/life- limiting illness, exposes deep vulnerability and uncertainty. Sometimes the stresses of work, family, and life result in neglecting our own health and wellness.