Individual Therapy
Is life not going the way you imaged it? Maybe you’re feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, sad and a multitude of other emotions or even numb to any emotions. Well, you are not alone! It’s common to feel these things in today’s society. Therapy is a safe space to explore growth and healing. In my work with individuals, I take a holistic approach to mental health. Not only do I look at your emotional and mental wellbeing but also your physical and spiritual wellbeing.
Therapy for Your Emotional and Mental Health
For your emotional and mental health, my approach to therapy is integrative. In my work with adolescents and adults, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). CBT and ACT allows for the identification of negative thoughts and feelings and how to get unstuck in order to change behaviors so you can move forward in your life. While this is the framework that I use, I tailor my counseling based on the needs of my client. If you’re struggling with OCD, visit my Treatment for OCD page and if you’re struggling with traumatic life events, visit my Treatment for Trauma page.
For Your Physical Health
For your physical health, research has shown there is a connection between our digestive system and our brain, aka the Gut-Brain Axis. It’s estimated that approximately 90% of serotonin and 50% of dopamine is produced in the digestive track. Serotonin and dopamine are neurotransmitters that help regulate mood. They are often referred to as the “happy hormones.” It’s important to look at the whole person even when working with mental health. Could something with your physical body be impacting your mental health or vice versa? Let’s find out.
For Your Spiritual Health
For your spiritual health, we explore how you can find purpose in your life. It involves being more compassionate and empathetic to yourself and others. Exploring your spiritual health does not mean religion. Unfortunately, people have been traumatize through religious practices and if you find yourself struggling with religious trauma, please visit my Treatment for Trauma page. Therapy for your spiritual health aims to integrate your beliefs and experiences into who you are so that you can be at peace with yourself and the world around you.
I help individuals who are going through difficulties as they feel stuck in their lives. You do not need to remain stuck but can move forward even after struggling through difficulties. It is my hope that those I work with will reach their full potential, regardless of life’s setbacks. If you’re struggling, please contact me so we can discuss where to begin.