Our Approach

We work collaboratively with our clients to help them achieve their therapeutic goals and improve their overall well-being through a compassionate and authentic approach that emphasizes the importance of the therapist-client relationship.

We practice psychotherapy using an integrative, strengths-based and client centered approach. We will work together to establish goals, combining evidence-based treatment methods with our unique relationship to cater sessions to you. 

The integrative approach includes the following modalities:

  • CBT focuses on the effects our thoughts have on our feelings and consequently, our behaviors. It aims to help clients challenge, reframe and refocus their thoughts in healthier, more productive ways.

  • ACT uses acceptance and commitment strategies to increase psychological flexibility and one's ability to tolerate discomfort. 

  • REBT aims to address distorted thoughts that lead to emotional distress and introduces healthier alternatives.

  • DBT is a type of CBT that focuses on mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance and emotion regulation skills.

  • Mindfulness is an awareness of one's present thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Mindfulness based interventions help individuals slow down and connect to the present.

  • The Gottman Method aims to improve verbal communication, increase intimacy, respect and affection, remove barriers to conflict resolution and create more empathy and compassion within relationships.

  • Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy is an emotions based and evidence based approach to psychotherapy. AEDP offers clients a safe space to process overwhelming emotions associated with trauma through a corrective emotional and relational experience with a therapist. AEDP emphasizes the importance of a safe, strong and active therapeutic relationship. This approach aims to leave clients feeling self-compassion, a greater sense of self, and connectedness to themselves and others around them.

What you can expect in sessions:

  • We stay in the present 

  • We may laugh, cry, curse, yell and smile together

  • We notice emotions within our bodies (ex. tension, heaviness, energy, etc.)

  • We focus on holistic wellness, which means we don't just talk about mental health (there are actually 7 other dimensions of wellness!)

  • We have conversations about what is actually going on in your life (no BS motivational instagram quotes, all authentic & unfiltered)

  • You will hear about our experiences and emotions (we don't just sit back and listen! You are not alone in this experience)

  • You will gain resources, tools and skills to help you slow down your mind and more effectively communicate your needs

  • You will be challenged, you will grow, you will feel empowered and transform!