My Approach

Therapy can harm patients when they feel their therapist is doing something to them rather than with them. This is true in all relationships, and tragically, the fear of this happening (or happening again) keeps many people from seeking therapy.

I strive to ensure my patients experience me as an equal and an ally rather than an authoritative judge or a neutral, detached evaluator. I am not neutral. I am passionately committed to working on behalf of the healthy part in each patient that seeks healing and wholeness.

Logistics

Therapy begins with a brief phone call or in-office chat to determine if my services fit your situation. If it doesn’t make sense for us to work together, I am happy to refer you to a local provider who might better help you. 

If we decide to move forward, the initial session will last 2-3 hours. During this time, we will examine your current difficulties in depth and try to understand them in terms of past events and present circumstances. We will also clarify your goals for yourself and how my approach can help you reach them.