Philosophy of Care
Relationships
I believe that most emotional problems stem from a fundamental lack of self-love that disrupts our relationships and prevents us from living the present moment with a sense of personal agency, authenticity, and most importantly, loving kindness towards self and others. Cultivating self-compassion and relational mindfulness are central to my healing approach.
At the ground of your being lies the healing powers of your true nature, named ‘Self’, which is never wounded by even the worst of emotional injuries one ever endures. It is true that from such injuries have evolved un-welcomed inner experiences, such as rage, hatred, suicidal despair, paranoid suspicions, addictive needs (for sex, food and drugs),or murderous fantasies along with undesirable feelings of guilt, shame, depression and anxiety. As you learn to understand these inner tormentors, they themselves have a story to share and the capacity to become something positive and helpful to your life. My aim is to help clients find their true Self as they learn to investigate their internal world with careful examination and love.
Integrative Care
I have been trained in a variety of treatment modalities, and my approach to psychotherapy involves developing a unique and integrated array of interventions for each particular client.
Depending on your concerns and goals, I may blend interventions from relational, EMDR, mindfulness-relaxation, and Internal Family Systems therapies .
The effectiveness of all modalities I use has been demonstrated through decades of therapy outcome research as well as modern neuroscience. From time to time, I am likely to tell you stories about parts of the brain involved in each process of change that you are experiencing.
Life skills to thrive & deepen self-understanding
In sum, your treatment sessions with me will involve two equally important ingredients. First, it will involve knowledge. I will provide information and skills that leave you with concrete approaches to managing your challenges. Second, it will involve a caring intimate relationship. I will hold a space of deep listening and compassionate self-reflection.
Together we will develop a nuanced understanding of your emotional world, including how your past informs your present. Our collaborative treatment relationship will allow me to walk with you on the path of healing as you rewrite a coherent story for a renewed, nourishing approach to life.