My Approach
Making the decision to seek therapy is an incredibly brave step and I am here to support you throughout your journey towards strength, recovery and wellness. I provide creative psychotherapy for children, adolescents, adults and families. I believe that everyone is deserving of a therapeutic environment that meets their own unique treatment needs. My work as a counselor is integrative, which allows me to collaborate with you throughout the therapeutic process. I do this in a strength-based manner to guide you towards feeling heard, grounded and successful.
In my approach to counseling I work to fill the space with warmth, compassion and empowerment. Doing so allows you to creatively explore your ideas, thoughts, feelings and experiences in a manner that is unique to you, at your own pace. It is my belief and practice that therapy is a collaborative process where I bring my full self so that I can encourage you to do the same. You will be able to bravely explore risks, find solace and speak your authentic voice.
Informed by my training and clinical experience, I offer verbal therapy, as well as creative and action-oriented interventions; modalities such as play, story, improvisation, metaphor, and somatic awareness, expressing that which words alone cannot. We will work together to reach healthy connections between the mind and body, to allow for the safe expression of both positive and challenging feelings.
My practice is based on the belief that in therapeutic relationships, bravery, resilience, trust and hope are held in the highest regard. We will co-create an individualized treatment plan and unique coping skills to establish a space of ongoing growth, progress and change
WHAT IS DRAMA THERAPY?
“Drama therapy is the intentional use of dramatic arts and/or theater processes to achieve therapeutic goals. Drama therapy is active and experiential. This approach can provide the context for participants to tell their stories, set goals and solve problems, express feelings, or achieve catharsis. Through drama, the depth and breadth of inner experience can be actively explored and interpersonal relationship skills can be enhanced. Participants can expand their repertoire of dramatic roles to find that their own life roles have been strengthened.”
Visit the North American Drama Therapy Association for more information.