I am from a small town in Washington and have been living in an urban area for the entirety of my professional career, which began in 2010 at a youth inpatient hospital. I really value the therapy process as a means of making ourselves whole, on confronting what needs to be confronted and approaching what we tend to avoid.
Regarding therapy, I believe it’s here to direct us towards an adequate sense of self-care, among other things. It’s a very unique space where the focus is on what you’ve been through, what you’ve learned, and in some cases what is needed to unlearn.
Assessment of symptoms can be expected during the first session. I will determine if you meet criteria for a diagnosis and if you don’t I will gladly offer that feedback. If you meet criteria for a diagnosis, then I may shed light on the work there is to be done.
