Although I obtained a significant amount of knowledge as a therapeutic provider and underwent professional training, I myself do not claim to be an expert on my clients. I ultimately view clients as the true experts on themselves and I, as the therapist, am their creative partner in becoming the “best” version of themselves.
Not only do I believe clients are the experts on themselves, but I also believe that clients are the heroes of their own stories. My approach to therapy heavily involves clients making contact and integrating with all aspects of themselves and their environment. Even seemingly “unpleasant” experiences like sadness, anger, and pain can become a window into one’s needs and a key to bettering one’s self.
I believe the moments when therapists and clients have a meeting of the minds and hearts it is simply beautiful. There is beauty in seeing a client take those first brave steps into the therapeutic space, accompanying a client in confronting his or her greatest fear, and witnessing a client transform from a victim to a victor. This work begins when a collaborative partnership begins.
