How do we turn understanding into change?
When you begin to see why a reaction keeps showing up, you have more room to respond differently. The goal is for that change to reach your everyday life, not just make sense while we’re talking.
We’ll look at what’s happening beneath the surface and find ways to help you feel steadier. Parts work, EMDR, and practical tools can all be part of that, depending on what fits you.
Do you ever feel pulled in two directions?
“Part of me wants to, but another part doesn’t.” If you’ve said that, you already know the basic idea behind Internal Family Systems, or IFS.
Maybe one part of you wants to speak up while another is afraid of upsetting someone. Instead of arguing with either part, we’ll find out what each is trying to do for you.
People are often surprised by what they discover when they start listening to those parts. You don’t need to know the terminology. I’ll explain it as we go.
Does something from the past still hit you in the present?
Do you know an experience is over, yet find that your body or emotions react as if it isn’t? EMDR is one approach we may use to work with distressing memories and the reactions tied to them.
If it seems like a good fit, I’ll explain the process, help you prepare, and move at a pace you can manage. You can ask questions and tell me what you’re experiencing throughout.
Want a therapist who helps you connect the dots?
I’ll listen closely, ask questions, explain what I’m noticing, and help you try things. I want you to understand why we’re doing something and how it might help.
I’m warm and direct. I may offer a perspective you haven’t considered, stay with a feeling that needs attention, or teach you a tool you can use right away. And sometimes we’ll laugh.
Tell me what connects, what feels uncomfortable, and what doesn’t fit. Your feedback helps us do better work together.
What happens at the first session?
We’ll review consent and my practice policies so you know what to expect. Then I want to hear from you: What’s been happening? How is it affecting your life? And what made you decide to come now?
You don’t need a polished explanation. We can sort through it together.
I’ll usually introduce you to parts work—the approach we’ll often use to understand what’s happening inside. I also usually offer a technique you can start using immediately to help bring some relief between sessions.
Drawing from the ancient mystics to present day cutting edge science
I’m curious about what helps people heal, from modern psychology and research to spiritual wisdom and lived experience. We’ll stay with what helps you make sense of your life and move forward.
Does this sound like the kind of help you’re looking for?
Let’s talk for 15 minutes, free of charge. Tell me what’s going on, ask questions, and see how it feels to talk with me.
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