Therapeutic Approach

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I view therapy as a process of understanding and gaining insight into the whole person, and the factors that have led to the present. This may include understanding early relationships, impactful experiences, traumas, hurts; whatever factors contribute to how one sees themselves and their place in the world. Gaining understanding and insight into the past allows for looking clearly at the present, and looking intentionally towards the future, in identifying what is most important for you in your life, connecting with your authentic values, and working towards living a life that is aligned with those values.

 

My approach to therapy is integrative and collaborative, largely drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness practices, as well as Attachment Theory, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. A central goal is to co-create an authentic therapeutic relationship and a safe space in which you feel seen, understood, and safe, as this is the foundation from which we can explore.

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I have two main aims in therapy. The first, overarching aim is to help you to create a meaningful, fulfilling life, through collaboratively exploring what is truly important to you, what you really want, where you find meaning, and using that knowledge as our guide. Secondly, in order to move towards alignment with the life you want, we will develop a set of skills that will allow you to navigate the difficult things (i.e. painful feelings, difficult thoughts, challenging life circumstances, etc.) more effectively, in such a way that they have less influence over your life. 

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