Individual Adult Therapy
Our truest self desires a life lived in emotional comfort with authenticity and from a place of personal power. Therapy can help cultivate clarity, self-reflection, and emotional regulation. There are many internal parts and places to explore. Sometimes it is about our discomforts and fears. Sometimes it is about family or past experiences. Other times it is about where we currently are in our lives. Or perhaps it is the need for extra support during a stressful time or transition. All are valid.
I work from a feminist and attachment based approach that incorporates cognitive behavioral techniques, internal family systems, somatics, and mindfulness. My clients vary in age, background, sexual orientation, gender expression, and relationship configurations.
Parent and Caregiver Coaching
Before I got married I had six theories about bringing up children; now I have six children and no theories.
- John Wilmot, Earl of Rochester
Occasionally a transient situation or a particular issue needs collaborative problem solving. I am currently offering parent and caregiver coaching on an as-needed basis. We will identify obstacles, clarify goals, and create a plan to help address your concerns. This service can be provided in-home or virtually. This is not a substitute for family therapy nor a legal service for parents engaged in court.
Adolescent and Family Therapy
Many people seek a therapist when their stress levels, or a child’s behavior, reach an unmanageable level. Other reasons a family may consider adolescent therapy or family therapy are numerous, including stressful life events such as divorce, loss of a loved one, birth of a sibling, adoption, or moving to a new location. Family conflict is also a catalyst for seeking therapeutic support. Making contact with a therapist is the first step.
I provide adolescent, young adulthood, and family therapy in the comfort of your own home or virtually . Sessions may be individual, family, parent/s, siblings, or parent/child sessions, depending on the specific needs of the child and/or family. If requested, I can also incorporate visits to the child’s school or any other person or environment that is important in the child’s life. I work with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, and issues specific to adoption and to LGBTQ youth. I also specialize in working with LGBTQ families and polyamorous families.
Each course of therapy is tailored based on your child’s and family’s specific needs. For young adults, I will incorporate any other service providers or family members that you choose to involve in your therapeutic process.
I no longer provide therapeutic visitation, custody recommendations, or letters for the court.
Trainings
I offer a two hour introductory training for therapists and interns on working with “alternative” family structures. This includes adoptions, LGBTQ families, polyamorous families, and involved extended-family families.