How does cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) work and how can it help?
CBT helps you understand how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence one another. Together, we identify unhelpful patterns that may be contributing to stress, anxiety, depression, or self-doubt, and replace them with healthier, more balanced ways of thinking and responding. CBT is practical and goal-oriented, giving you tools you can use in everyday life to build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and create lasting change.
Being heard and understood is important. It’s difficult to trust your counselor or make progress if that's absent. All therapists have skills and knowledge, but who do you trust? I offer a free phone consult so you can gain a sense of who I am before committing to therapy. This is important work, which means you get to choose the best fit for you. Having worked as a therapist for almost 20 years now, I consistently receive feedback that I have a warm, calming presence. Therapy can be heavy; creativity, fun, and play are also important to healing. My style is compassionate & collaborative. I've worked extensively with busy professionals, especially in the medical and mental health fields. What makes you unique is that you are invested in self-improvement, balance, and connection. You are not here by mistake. We sometimes know what to do but need help taking steps and creating the safety to remove barriers. Then you have freedom to take charge of your life-go from surviving to thriving!
