It can be easy to feel overwhelmed by life’s struggles. Sometimes it’s easier to avoid or distract from our problems rather than to approach them. Other times we may worry about all those worst-case scenarios in hopes of being prepared. Before we know it, too much energy goes into trying to tame this anxiety, and life becomes more and more narrow. 

 

This is when suffering begins— when life becomes ruled by trying to control and escape our emotions… when we get more caught up in moving away from painful experiences instead of moving towards meaningful ones.

 

When too much time and effort is put into protecting oneself from all these negative experiences, it is hard to have the space and presence to really live the life you want.

 

What if you could fundamentally change your relationship to your anxiety and distress? What if it wasn’t such a controlling force in your life?

 

Instead of running away from all the things that cause anxiety and fear, what if you could instead move purposefully towards all the things that make life full and meaningful. This is what my treatment approach is about.

 

I use the latest evidence-based approaches, thoughtfully employed to match your needs, strengths, and temperament. I employ a warm, empathetic, and collaborative approach, and together we will work to approach your struggles with curiosity and empowerment. 

 

Through the practice of new habits and behaviors, you can bring meaningful change out of the therapy room and into your life. As such, we will work to set meaningful treatment goals, and then collaboratively develop ways to purposefully move towards these goals.

 

Finding the right therapist can be overwhelming, so please feel free to reach out with any questions. I’d be happy to discuss how I can help and to answer your questions about therapy.