I live by the idea of "be who you needed as a child." If we lead our lives with self-compassion, we tend to heal the wounds we've suffered throughout our lives. All wounds hurt; there is no such thing as an issue too small in therapy. Your voice deserves to be heard, you deserve to be seen. So that's how I lead my therapy sessions: with you as the main character and me helping you believe that you deserve the same kindness and care you give to others.
First and foremost, my approach to therapy is collaborative. You are the expert on you, I just have the honor of being there to help you uncover parts of yourself that need help expressing themselves. I help you get there with inquisitive compassion. You have more power and agency than you know. Ultimately, I believe in your ability to discern the right path and solutions. I believe it is my role to assist in uncovering those answers and support healing while offering a space to be vulnerable.
The first few sessions are definitely "getting to know you" sessions. There will be intake questions that help me understand your background, and there will be storytelling to help me understand the key players in your life.
