individual therapy
Specializations:
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Anxiety & depression
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PTSD & trauma
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Healing from childhood neglect & abuse
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Career burnout & job transitions
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Grief & loss
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Relationship struggles
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Self-esteem and body image
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Climate Grief & anxiety
Populations:
Adults & kids ages 10+
LGBTQIA+
Neurodivergent folx
Artists & creatives
Activists
Academics
approach to individual therapy
Person Centered:
During times of distress and change, engaging in therapy can provide comfort, support, and even inspiration. I think of therapy as a creative collaboration in which you and I work together to develop presence, gain awareness, and deepen insight into your unique story. Therapy is never the same for any two people, so we will take time to listen deeply and learn about what works well for you.
Art Therapy:
As an art therapist, I believe sometimes words are just not enough to capture the depth and complexity of our experience. Art therapy offers an opportunity to engage the whole self in ways that are distinct from verbal communication alone and foster deep understanding and empowerment within yourself. You don't need to be an artist to do art therapy and not every session needs to be focused on some grand masterpiece. Ultimately, I believe that art and therapy both rely on the same creative process: taking risks, shifting perceptions, finding unexpected solutions, transforming “mistakes”, and leaving a meaningful mark on the world around us.
EMDR:
I have special training in an evidence-based trauma therapy called EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing). EMDR therapy can help the mind heal from psychological trauma much like the body recovers from physical trauma. In successful EMDR therapy, the meaning of painful events is transformed on an emotional level. You can read more about how EMDR works here.
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Somatic Therapy:
Other therapeutic wells I draw from include the field of somatics which focuses on how we experience and move through stress and emotions in not only our mind, but our body as well. Somatics pays particular attention to our nervous system responses of fight, flight, freeze, and fawn and the thoughts and emotions associated with each of these states. Together we might explore breathing exercises, body awareness meditations, and physical movement to help your body naturally metabolize stored emotions.
Social Justice Inquiry:
I operate from a queer feminist framework, which acknowledges the way systems of power and oppression shape our identities and sense of well-being in the world. Oppressive systems of racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, fatphobia, ableism, and classism significantly impact our health, and I believe it is important to address how these factors have impacted your journey when relevant. I subscribe to the Health at Every Size philosophy. And I strive to implement decolonialization and anti-racism practices in my approach to therapy.
Services:
Locations:
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In-person sessions:
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Tuesdays in Ravenna
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Wednesdays in Maple Leaf
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Online telehealth sessions available on Thursdays
Cost:
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Initial Evaluation - $200
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55 min Therapy Session - $175
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In-Network Provider with Premera & Lifewise
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Please ask about availability for sliding scale options