In theory I am psycho-dynamic in nature and I employ a great deal of cognitive behavioral and systems theory in my work. That means that I employ a variety of clinical tools in my toolbox to match the situation and each individual's or couple's needs. What this all means to you in practice is that our therapy sessions are very interactional. I ask a lot of questions as well as provide a lot of feedback. It is my belief that therapy is work: for both you and me. I have a job to do: to learn as much as I can about you and provide you with the tools you need to gain insight, or overcome an issue, or communicate better, or learn new life skills. We work the process together: you teach me about you, I teach you about new ways to work in the world.
It is a process of learning, always done with mutual respect and lots of communication. Each session my clients go home with a new piece of information and a new goal to work on. I encourage lots of questions, lots of interaction, (and even a bit of humor when we can, because a smile or good laugh can sometimes move mountains!).
Working with those suffering with depression and anxiety, and relationship issues have long been the cornerstone of my practice. (I have maintained a therapy practice in Arvada for 33 years now.) As such, I work with clients from the age of 4 to 104. I also work with chronic pain suffers, PTSD, grief and loss.
