Private Sessions
In addition to running a bi-weekly process group and offering transformative breathwork workshops about once per month, I work with individuals, couples, and families in private sessions. Because it has become a challenge to schedule my current clients, I must cut back on accepting new ones. I will be focusing on couples and those who want to do short-term work on specific issues. If you have questions about working with me, please contact me below.
Individual Therapy
Though I focus more on work with couples, I do take on clients with particular issues they want to explore, especially using IFS.
To see some of the other modalities I use, click here.
Couples Therapy
I enjoy working with couples of all orientations.
Besides the traditional structure of having weekly sessions, couples can come stay at the Fairview Vacation Pad and work with me in a more intense way, custom designing your visit to combine work, play, and relaxation.
Couples have a variety of motivations for seeking therapy.
It is probably better not to come see me if:
You're looking for a referee.
You want me to prove that you're right and your partner is wrong.
You just need a place to vent about how you get victimized.
But I would love to work with you if:
You're ready to look at your role in whatever dynamic isn't working.
You want to use the relationship dynamic to learn about yourself.
You're ready to speak your truth.
You want to stop hiding and be who you truly are.
In my work with couples, I utilize a range of approaches, including systems theory, Core Energetics, Internal Family Systems, techniques from Imago Relationship Therapy, and David Deida's work. Together, these approaches help couples improve their communication and get into their bodies to work deeply with the issues the relationship is triggering for them.
For a taste of an IFS approach to relationship issues, see this blog post.
Family Therapy
While family therapy is not a specialty of mine, I always find it to be enjoyable and rewarding. It is exciting to discover who people can be once they are liberated from their confining roles, which have previously helped the family function but now keep the members stuck. My systems approach avoids pathologizing any one family member.
I can be especially helpful with the often tumultuous transition from child to adult that adolescents must navigate. We work with boundaries and balance the needs of the individual with the needs of the family. I am always moved when issues and defensive patterns are unraveled and the underlying love of the family shines through.