Kasia Poczwardowska

To support clients with depression , anxiety and chronic illness to meet their mental health goals. I believe that every individual is a unique and complex being, therefore, the approach I take is based on the information provided by the clients, my assessment of their emotional, mental, physical, social, spiritual, economic, and career characteristics, and an in-depth insight into their strengths. I strive to achieve collaboration, which is necessary to identify issues that will be worked on in the session and other issues, which may need other resources such as a nutritionist, physician, or other supportive services. My services are based on an in-depth approach to developing coping skills and problem-solving skills, letting go of the history that no longer serves and changing unproductive behavior and thinking patterns in a way that participating in life becomes a more positive experience, so you can lead a healthier, more fulfilling life. Any change, either a change of self-perception, emotions, and behaviors requires work both during the session and outside of the session. Some changes occur quickly and easily, but most often change requires slow, deliberate, and repeated efforts. Openness and honesty is crucial for appropriate and attainable counseling goals to be established. I specialize in working with adults with: • Depression and anxiety as it relates to living with physical or chronic illness • Adjustment to illness • Major life transitions • Anxiety (stress and excessive worry) • Depression • Personal growth issues Frequently, I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family System, EMDRA and if necessary psychosocial counseling approaches to mind, body, and spirit beneficial for working with the total individual. I also utilize many mindfulness-based and borrow widely from health psychology and alternative therapies.