I am considered an integrative psychotherapist. This means that I am trained in a variety of modalities and will draw on specific interventions depending on the client’s needs.
I am most philosophically aligned with the related schools of Humanistic Psychotherapy and Existential Psychotherapy. Humanistic Psychotherapy is a holistic approach that focuses on self-exploration, personal growth, and reaching our potential. Existential Psychotherapy is very similar and emphasizes freedom, personal choice, and creating meaning in our lives.
Clients and I often explore these themes using techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). ACT guides us in getting to know our authentic selves in deeper ways; increases psychological flexibility in order to weaken old patterns; and moves us toward goals that are in alignment with what we really need and want.
Another important part of my practice is the use of parts work and inner child work, such as through the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model. These types of modalities are particularly effective in treating complex issues related to family of origin, attachment wounds, and relational trauma.
