“It is my belief that psychotherapy has the best chance to be effective when the client and therapist have a strong therapeutic alliance. That is, they have a good working relationship and are working toward exactly the same goals using methods or approaches best suited for the client. I strive to achieve this by providing a warm and safe climate, listening closely to the needs of my clients, and discussing our options and strategies.\r
I use a combination of methods in my practice. As I stated, my preference is to use the method best suited for the client based on their desires, situation, personality, and presenting problem. I have been known to use Cognitive-Behavioral, Interpersonal, Solution-Focused, and Psychodynamic methods in my practice.\r
I have worked with clients with a wide range of problems and backgrounds. My areas of specialty are Depression, PTSD, Anxiety Disorders, Substance Abuse, and Relational Problems (Marital/Couples Therapy). In addition, I work with children and their parents together, teaching parents to be their child's own therapist.”\r
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