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There are many approaches to psychotherapy. As a PhD psychologist and marriage–family therapist for over 28 years my approach has been highly influenced by the executive coaching and consulting work I've done in the business world where there is a high demand for results. Many clients have given feedback that I'm much more active and involved compared to therapists they've seen in the past, and they appreciate this rather than just sitting back and listening without much comment. I have a very strong desire and commitment to help every client that I see make major changes in their life leading to greater fulfillment and happiness—this is what I strive for with every individual!

I believe that the difficulties we encounter in our lives develop in relationship and get healed in relationship. Because of the nature of the therapeutic situation and the relationship you form with your therapist, psychotherapy provides a unique opportunity to explore the ways in which you may repeat frustrating or painful experiences in your life, to relieve suffering and grow your capacity to tolerate unpleasurable (as well as pleasurable) feelings, and to experience yourself in a new way.

Our approach to psychotherapy centers around a cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and narrative approach which provides direct feedback, promotes insight, and achieves results. We utilize research-based tools which encourage you to feel empowered, encouraged, and purposeful as you seek to understand your thoughts, feeling and responses in the context of past and present experience and relationships.

My approach to psychotherapy is to provide a nonjudgmental space for my patients to implement change. I provide a supportive atmosphere so that my patients feel a safe as possible sharing their story. I utilize evidence based techniques to increase the likelihood for optimal results. I work in a collaborative way with patients. Treatment plans are individualized to meet the needs of each person.

Psychotherapy is a process where I will work with you to determine the best direction to meet your therapeutic goals and needs. Psychotherapy helps people to: •Understand behaviors, emotions and ideas that may contribute to the problem and learn how to modify them •Understand and identify events or life problems –like loss of a job, divorce, problems at school, a major illness, death or divorce- that contribute to your problems and help you understand those aspects you have the ability to solve or improve. •Learn skills to calm yourself, coping techniques and problem-solving skills •Regain a sense of pleasure in life and a sense of control in your decisions We will journey together to find ....

Research supports that people change through the therapeutic relationship. Regardless of techniques or training, the most important variable is the relationship between therapist and client. It is a place where, with a good therapist, clients can say whatever they want without being judged. There are few places in life where people can experience that. When we have started to talk about the problem, we are already starting to change.

Kerin enjoys working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, and post traumatic stress disorder. Kerin’s training in cognitive behavioral therapy, teaching skills, Thought Field Therapy, Psycho-Education and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Preprocessing (EMDR) are most helpful in helping clients to reach their goals.

Within my private practice, I offer psychotherapy services for adults who seek mental health care. I provide individual and psychotherapy. I provide care for a variety of concerns ranging from sadness, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorders, relationship concerns and life transitions like divorce or death Receiving therapy for the areas you are struggling with can help promote new ways of thinking, feeling and coping with you and your life. Trying to go it alone and figure out the tough times can only make it more difficult. Therapy is really about collaborating with an experienced professional to help you consider alternatives that never seemed possible.

Once we discover underlying issues you are struggling with, EMDR can be an extremely useful tool to utilize which goes much deeper than traditional talk therapy and produces amazing results and changes. By bridging back to earlier times you experienced similar experiences/feelings we can uncover some of the triggers in your life which continually bring unwanted feelings and behavior into your life.

Therapy has been shown to be just as effective as medication for depression and anxiety issues and have even more lasting effects in the long run. Our clinicians will work collaboratively with you to get underneath the symptoms you are dealing with and get to the root of what is going on. We are able to provide the tools and knowledge needed to help you be even more successful in life. Most therapy ranges between 8-15 sessions with remarkable results. You owe it yourself to be happy.

I'll help you explore what's getting in the way of living the life you want, and support you as you start experiencing more of what's important to you. You'll gain insight into your personal challenges and learn useful tools for managing yourself, your relationships and your problems. My philosophy is that our past experiences and the ways we've learned to deal with stress and relationships often leave us unprepared to cope with current issues. We tend to rely on old habits to solve problems and end up feeling frustrated or disappointed. With support, you'll discover your capacity to feel more comfortable with yourself and share that with others.

Sometimes you just need to be heard so that you can figure things out without all the chaos going on in your life. I'll help you to define exactly what you're frustrated with and then we'll talk about what you can change, how you can be more forgiving toward yourself or others, and where you can start. I won't always agree with you, but I'll be honest about where you have power to change and respectful of your ability to make decisions for yourself.

I am a relational therapist who works from a narrative perspective. That means that I preference the knowledge and experience of the people who chose to work with me. While I can offer tools, theories and techniques to make the changes you want in your life, our work together will always be centered around your personal values and preferences. I take great care to work at a pace that is right for you and on goals that you identify. I use warmth, humor and curiosity to create an impactful therapeutic experience.