Therapy with me
My integrated mind-body approach incorporates compassion and understanding. I introduce mindfulness tools to help you manage anxiety and decrease stress. We work on increasing awareness through the use of breathing and other techniques to help regulate the nervous system. These centering techniques allow you to access more understanding of your emotions.
Sometimes when we get flooded with emotions we try to avoid them and they can feel overwhelming. I offer safety to understand the patterns that may be difficult to process alone. We work slowly to allow for trust to develop both in yourself and our therapeutic relationship. If mindfulness isn’t something you have tried or have felt comfortable with in the past, I offer a range of suggestions if you feel open to trying them. I often find guided imagery to be helpful in integrating the work we are doing and will tailor a recording in our session and send to you as a resource.
I enjoy collaborating with you to outline your goals for treatment which we re-evaluate periodically to ensure the work feels effective. My style is gentle and safe while also encouraging you to process pain, observe difficult patterns, and clarify boundaries. I have a particular interest in multigenerational patterns that have been passed down and appreciate the opportunity to gather a family history as appropriate to what you are currently experiencing. I work with you to decrease isolation by identifying a larger support system including a spiritual connection, a connection with nature, or something larger than yourself.
Pregnancy
This major life transition can be a very anxious time for many women and birthing people. Increasing support can be an important way to manage all the feelings that can come up in preparation for parenthood. Many expecting parents experience depression and anxiety. I help clients prepare emotionally while also providing helpful resources during pregnancy and birth.
Postpartum
The postpartum experience is accompanied by a major change in hormones, sleep interruptions, and adjustment on many levels. Depression and anxiety are very common and highly treatable. I support clients in processing their birth or adoption experience, creating effective support systems, and remembering that everything is a phase that will change.
Pregnancy Loss
The pain of loss can feel unbearable and lonely. I support bereaved parents who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, termination for medical reasons (TFMR), and infant death. I create a safe space and permission to honor each person’s unique healing journey. We find ways to honor grief and build resilience.