Anxiety and shame leave you feeling small and not wanting to be seen. You might compare yourself to others, scared of being criticized; and wondering if you’ll ever feel like you fit in. Maybe you find yourself doubting every choice you make. You try to stay cool and keep things under control; but you start to experience your heart racing, knots in your stomach, and tension throughout your body. You don't feel good enough to be yourself in relationships. At times, you might feel it’s easier to just stay away from what’s triggering the anxiety and shame.   

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Grief feels like a piece of your soul was taken from you. You may have lost a loved one. You could have lost a relationship through a breakup or divorce, or are grappling with the end of a friendship. You may have lost a future you had been planning; and now feel sad, angry, and alone. You're heartbroken, and wishing things could go back to the way they were.​

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Depression feels like a hole that you are too tired to climb out of. You feel numb, sad, and heavy at the same time. You feel trapped, unable to see a bright future. You might tell yourself that it’s your fault, you should be doing better, and that you’re worthless. Maybe you beat yourself up for past mistakes. You might feel guilty for feeling depressed around others, so you do your best to act happy. It feels like there’s no winning. ​​ You’re hopeless, doubting you could ever feel better.

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Relationship Issues may feel tricky to navigate, whether with friends, family, or romantic relationships.  Maybe you’re trying to make it work, but you’re left feeling stressed and exhausted. You find yourself not saying what you really want to in your relationship. You try to keep things going smoothly, hoping others will recognize and come through for you. You’re waiting for things to change, and it’s frustrating. Maybe you keep going back to a hurtful relationship, and feel unable to move on. You might wonder if it’ll always be like this.

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These experiences can feel scary or depressing at times. And to be willing to reflect on your troubles with another person, takes courage, and means that you’re wanting to heal. You may have tried talking to family and friends, but therapy will be different.​

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In Psychotherapy

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Therapy with me isn’t about giving advice. It’s a collaboration. A relationship that focuses on you. As you lead the way, I’ll walk alongside you, and give you a safe space to express and process your pain. I will listen, support you through hard times, and help you develop insight to find your own answers.  

 

You can grow your ability to manage intense feelings, understand yourself better, strengthen your resilience, and discover potential that you may have forgotten about. You’ll have a chance to resolve your conflicts and be affirmed in who you are. You can’t forget the things that happened to you, but you can learn to walk without being weighed down by them. However that looks for you, I’m here to support you on your journey.

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