Online Therapy
Online therapy or video counseling is an alternative to in-person therapy in an office setting. Online therapy is a great option especially when access to mental health services is limited due to time and/or distance, physical or emotional challenges, or work/family schedules that can get in the way of getting support.
Individual Therapy
A one on one collaborative process where you are free to be yourself and express your dreams, fears and limitations in a safe place. Together we identify the changes you feel are necessary to improve the overall quality of your life. Not only do we identify the changes but I offer you support and assistance to actually create and maintain these changes. Individual coaching is also a place where you can learn more about yourself. This is an opportunity for self-exploration and growth.
Anger Management
Anger management is geared towards identifying the root cause of anger. Anger issues stem from a variety of factors, which can include traumatic childhood experiences, constant irritation, high stress, drug and alcohol abuse, and underlying mental health conditions.
Here are some common causes of anger:
- Psychological distress
- Discrimination/Unfair treatment
- Feeling silenced or unheard
- Unresolved trauma
- Core values being violated
Anger management involves learning how to resolve conflict in tense or difficult situations and strengthening your communication strategies to effectively convey your needs/wants. It is important to note that anger management will not stop you from getting angry as it is a natural emotion, but it will help you find a more appropriate way to express it.
Why seek anger management?
- You will learn to identify your emotions
- Implement coping strategies to manage anger
- Find alternative ways to express underlying emotions/needs
Sleep Difficulties
Struggling to get a good night's sleep? Maybe your sleep issues have been ongoing for months or even years. You might have previously tried various strategies to improve your sleep with little success. You might even be wondering if there’s a solution that actually works—without resorting to medication.
For some people, sleep issues can present as trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up before your ideal wake time. After an initial assessment of your sleep concerns, we will discuss many aspects of your sleep concerns to identify what is driving your sleep difficulty and collaboratively create a treatment plan with evidence-based treatment recommendations to improve your sleep.
I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), a non-medication, evidence-based treatment that addresses both the thoughts and behaviors contributing to your insomnia.
CBT-I addresses insomnia by focusing on two key areas:
- Cognitive Strategies: These techniques help you identify and change unhelpful thoughts about sleep. For example, if you frequently worry about not getting enough sleep and how it will affect your day, we work to reframe these thoughts and reduce the anxiety that keeps you awake.
- Behavioral Strategies: These involve making specific adjustments to your daily habits and sleep routine. This might include changing your bedtime, waking times, or how you handle being awake at night.
Areas of Expertise
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Managing Life Transitions
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Anxiety
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Mood Disorders
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Divorce
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Grief
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Racial Identity Development
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Behavioral Issues
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Developing effective coping skills
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Intimate Partner Violence
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Infidelity
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Conflict Resolution
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Self Esteem Building
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Traumatic Experiences
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Depression
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Family Conflict
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Improving Peer Relationships
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Spirituality
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Women’s Issues
Treatment Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Faith-based Counseling
Family Systems Theory
Treatment Modalities
Culturally-Responsive Theories
Motivational Interviewing
Mindfulness Techniques
Acceptance Commitment Therapy