I work with individuals and couples, identifying maladapative coping strategies and gain insight into what is getting in your way. My goal is not to change a person's character but to put aside the defenses and shields that interfere with you and others seeing your best self. Often, people don't even realize the extra baggage they are carrying around until it is gone. They are just aware of being unhappy, depressed, anxious, irritable, or frustrated with their relationships.
I strongly believe it is important to find the right therapist for you. Using both the benefits of the therapeutic relationship and the value of an honest, unbiased observer, effective therapy can be far more than a chat with a friend or loved one.
I incorporate a variety of pschodynamic, insight-oriented and cognitive-behavioral talk therapy techniques, as well as EMDR in specific situations. We will work together to determine what is most helpful for you. I work extensively with those struggling with addictions, including alcoholism and sexual addictions as well as compulsive internet pornography .
Please explore the my website for more information about my background, how I work, and some specific additional areas of training and expertise that I have.