Individual Therapy

At times life presents us with situations that we couldn’t foresee and challenges that we were not prepared to deal with. That is when, more than anything, you need to have someone you can turn to, someone who can provide you space where you are heard, understood, and supported without fear of being judged, censored, stigmatized, or shamed. Therapy can be that much needed environment where you can slow down, take a breath, and process what you are experiencing in life. Whether you are considering therapy for a specific issue you are dealing with now, a challenge that started years ago, or seeking therapy as an avenue for self-growth, I can help you!

I understand that the thought of opening up in therapy may be overwhelming and intimidating. I recognize that you may not feel comfortable at first, and sometimes it takes time to feel more at ease. I will meet you where you are and we will proceed one step at a time. 

What Is Individual Therapy?

Individual therapy offers a one-on-one setting where you can focus on you! It is intended to be a place where you can become more aware of your thoughts, feelings, and patterns, and begin to feel more connected to your authentic self as a result of the therapy process. My role as your therapist is not to tell you what to do or give you advice. My role is to identify patterns that no longer serve you and find ways to challenge them. My goal is to support you along the way to help you arrive at the most fitting solutions. 

I believe that all people are capable of positive change despite the complexities of their problems. I view people as resilient and resourceful, however at times they may not be able to recognize those qualities within themselves. I take a strength-based approach in therapy and assist clients in re-discovering and utilizing their strengths in the most challenging situations. I will celebrate your progress with you and support you when needed. Through therapy you can learn how to live life congruent with your values, find your voice, feel connected to your emotions, and let go of self-deprecating beliefs.

Individual therapy can address a variety of issues, including:

  • Anxiety

  • Abusive Relationships

  • Body Image

  • Depression

  • Disordered Eating & Eating Disorders

  • Excessive exercise

  • Family Conflict

  • Grief & Loss

  • Immigrant Experiences/Challenges

  • Life Transitions

  • Loneliness

  • Minority Experiences

  • Parenting

  • Perfectionism

  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, and Postpartum Therapy

  • Relational Issues

  • Relationship with Food

  • Self-worth & Self-esteem

  • Sex & Porn Addiction

  • Stress

  • Trauma

  • Women’s Issues

  • Work-Life balance

How Can Individual Therapy Help?

In a society where happiness is praised and mental health is commonly stigmatized, it does not take much to feel that “something is wrong'' with you and experiencing anything other than “happiness” is almost deemed as a personal flaw. However, the problem with constant striving for “happiness” is that it can feel exhausting and incongruent, especially in times when you experience emotions opposite of happiness, such as sadness, grief, despair, loneliness, regret, etc. Instead of compassionately attuning to your emotions and your needs, you may be starting to question yourself and blaming yourself for not being able to deal with life in a more positive manner. Unfortunately, when we dismiss our emotions and our experiences, and force ourselves to “move on'' or “get over” something that requires our attention and time to process, we end up feeling even more disconnected from ourselves and life seems even more out of control. 

Therapy offers an opportunity for you to step outside of the projected social and familial expectations and allow yourself to freely feel what you feel, express what is on your mind, and connect to the pain you may be carrying inside. As a therapist, I do not view my clients as broken, flawed, weak, and in need of “fixing,” actually quite the opposite. I believe that people are incredibly resilient and tend to cope as best they can in their given circumstances. 

Individual therapy can help you gain greater understanding of yourself, your emotions, your relational patterns, and how your past experiences connect to your present outlook and the way you relate to others, cope with stressful situations, and make meaning of your experiences. Specific outcomes of your therapy depend on your goals. In general, therapy enhances an individual's skills of self-reflection and self-awareness so you can feel empowered and capable of managing any challenges that come your way. Therapy is also suitable for people who are seeking an avenue for personal growth and development.