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Psychotherapy is the use of psychological methods to help a person change behavior and overcome problems in a positive manner. Its aim is to help people understand the thoughts behind feeling anxious or depressed and addressing these thinking patterns. Psychotherapy will help you change behaviors and habits that are limiting you, to experiencing your fullest potential.

Psychotherapy is a broad term to note any form of talk based therapy. Therapists at the Center for Healthier Relationships, Individuals, & Sexualities use a variety of modalities. Some therapist are trained in family systems. Others work from a social psychology or social work framework. All focus on meeting clients where they are at, helping them connect with their thoughts and feelings, and examining ways in which clients want to experience their world differently.

I use psychotherapy to help individuals address underlying sources of ongoing painful problems such as anxiety, depression, anger, and chronic problematic relationship patterns. This may include exploring past family dynamics and significant childhood events that have affected development. Increased understanding of the past can often lead to improvement in the present. I recommend tackling problems at their source because this allows the possibility of more permanent and deeper healing than can be achieved by simply addressing symptoms. As past events are gradually processed and resolved, we often feel that an emotional burden has been lifted; we just plain feel better!

“The Golden Rule” can be a helpful guide to psychotherapy: treating others as you would like to be treated, with gentleness, pacing, and respect. If a counseling session is likened to conversing with a knowledgeable advisor on the doorstep of your home, psychotherapy can be like inviting that advisor into the “parlor” or “living room” of your inner world based on trust, at-ease-ness, and confidence in your advisor’s insight. My approach to psychotherapy is interactive and strengths-based, starting with cognitive (thought-based) or behavioral coping skills, and moving into awareness of family of origin themes and the impact of past trauma when needed to activate more enduring personal growth in the client.

Psychotherapy can be helpful for a wide array of issues that you feel are stunting you in life. Whether you are dealing with the past or present, mental health issues, relational issues, and so on, I would love to meet with you. My approach to psychotherapy is to take the time needed to understand you as a person (i.e. exploring your past, your relationships, your struggles, what brings you joy, etc.), identifying the challenges that you have that are making life difficult, learning and practicing coping skills and/or how to do life differently, and to empower, support, and cheer you on in the process of change.

I utilize both cognitive behavioral & psychodynamic techniques to not only alleviate present symptoms but to begin identifying & resolving the underlying cause. Much like physical pain, which can often be addressed with medication, it is critical to understand & attend to what is causing the pain. This process involves exploring both the present & the past to recognize how different patterns & coping strategies developed as well as how they may be altered, creating a more healthful life. Some individuals come briefly & focus on a specific concern & others longer term to more deeply explore themselves & their patterns. There's no set way to do this. It's about what you need & where you are.

Sometimes it can be difficult to fully grasp who we are and how we became to be. Past trauma, loss, negative patterns, anxiety, etc., all have lasting impacts on who we are and how we function. I provide therapy that can help you gain better insight into your current troubles by often, sifting through past events. I offer psychotherapy with a strength-based approach; there is good in all of us and we are all capable of being who/what we desire. Therapy can be vulnerable and therefore, I am empathic and offer a safe and confidential environment.

Therapy can provide the opportunity to express and process emotions in order to understand the root of a problem as well as create the possibility for lasting positive change. Therapy can also be a safe place where not only can you learn about who you are, you can come to understand what you want for your life. Therapy can help you make sense out of the loss and past traumas as well as a place to give voice and understand better our story and the meaning we make from that story we want to tell to others about our life and who we are.

At SYTI Counseling, we understand that each individual's path to mental wellness is unique. Hence, our psychotherapy services are tailored to meet your specific needs and life circumstances. Drawing on evidence-based methods like cognitive-behavioral therapy, strength-based approaches, and more, we strive to create a trusting and collaborative environment. Our therapists actively engage with you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, providing you with actionable insights and coping mechanisms. Whether you're dealing with mood disorders, anxiety, or any other mental health issues, our personalized approach aims to empower you with the tools to navigate life's complexities more ef

Are you feeling hurt, overwhelmed, stuck or lost. Psychotherapy can help. My approach to therapy is primarily psychodynamic which means that together we will seek to understand how, over time, you have learned to perceive yourself, others and the world. I will integrate complementary therapies such as Gestalt, Existential, Cognitive-Behavioral when appropriate as we work together to unearth long standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a full and meaningful life. With clients working through trauma, I provide safe anchors to help you regain a sense of empowerment and balance.

Our positive and empowering therapeutic approach lets you build new tools for living, and create the life you want to live. Yes, you can change your world. Social therapy is not about getting into your head, but getting into your life. It is a psychology of becoming. We help people effectively use all of our creative, emotional and social resources to develop new approaches to living their lives with others – which enables people to transform their lives and the world.

Psychotherapy can be a wonderful outlet to find peace and solutions to lifes issues. I help my clients through a practical and solution focused approach. My work is often seen as more coaching and less "therapy". I am experienced in helping individuals with a wide range of personal issues. However, my expertise in clinical work is with addictions.

With over 30 years' experience as a psychotherapist, I have developed a variety of tools to successfully deal with a wide range of psychological issues. Whether you suffer from depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, panic attacks, or other challenges, together we work to design a program that fits your needs, empowering you to create a life of greater peace and contentment.