Hello, I’m Theresa! For more than a decade, my work has aimed to support those who struggle with anxiety, depression and relationship issues primarily. I also work with clients who face concerns related to identity, grief, and substance use.
I am an active therapist - I ask questions, offer feedback and reflections. I am also committed to creating and maintaining a therapy space where everyone feels safe: I am an activist in my personal life, and in our work together, I am an advocate for you - your thoughts and feelings matter.
My approach is systemic: I see clients in the context of the systems in which they exist–family, friends, work, society and self. We will look back to explore how family culture has shaped you (a genogram - think of a relational family tree - will help to explore some of who and what has influenced the person you are today) as well as attend to the present day to day. Pulling from a blend of therapeutic models, my approach intends to support development and enhancement of insight, and to provide skills to practice between sessions to help you embody the growth and understanding that you discover in our sessions.
The working relationship that we develop is an essential part of how you feel about therapy. In our first session, we are just getting to know each other, and I want you to listen to yourself about how you feel about what I say and how I say it.
Other topics include past therapy experiences - what was helpful, and what wasn’t? We will set goals, and discuss the general structure of our time together. I will also share details regarding confidentiality, scheduling, fees and best practices for communication between sessions.
