I focus mostly on behavior change. That might be a change from how you think about yourself, relationships, work, or something else. I can help you explore that. My role is to support you in believing that change is possible.
I also work in an open-ended environment. There is no contract or set number of sessions. Therapy should be flexible, and everyone's frequency is different. Most people notice growth within 10 sessions.
My main areas of interest and training are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I want to help people understand and manage their thoughts, feelings, and actions in a balanced way. I also encourage people to accept complicated feelings instead of fighting them and commit to actions that align with their values. Examples of this are: Learning to notice negative or unhelpful thoughts (like "I'm not good enough"). How can we challenge these thoughts by considering different perspectives, practicing new ways of thinking, and behaving to feel better? I'll guide you through taking meaningful actions based on personal values.
A session might look like us exploring the past (but not getting stuck there), understanding what is going on in the present moment (identifying your needs), and how to move forward into the future (by creating meaningful and realistic goals).
