Theoretical Approach & Philosophies of Counseling:
I see counseling as a chance to heal and grow in a trusting relationship with a professional, which supports you to do the same with yourself and with others. I target your goals and preferences, often combining humanistic-existential with CBT, narrative, and/or solution-focused techniques. My underlying approach is informed by research in neurobiology (the body-brain connection) and in culture and philosophy (how we create meaning from who we are, from our surroundings, and from what we believe). No matter which theories/interventions I’m considering, I’ll involve you in decisions, asking you to pick from some options and to give me feedback along the way.
Specialty Areas & Client Focus:
Life transitions - planned or unplanned
Loss of a loved one or a job
Traumatic event(s)
Finding your first/new/last career
Some clients want career help; others want therapy. Many find a unique combo of career+personal counseling is exactly what they're looking for.
About Me:
I feel incredibly lucky to do this work and to teach/present and write about the transformative potential of counseling. I also delight in things like dance, travel, time in nature, and magical realism.