What causes PTSD? Shock (acute) trauma: loosely defined as a single-episode traumatic event. Sexual assault, witnessing a violent event, being in a car accident, physical assault, combat related trauma, medical trauma, natural disaster, traumatic loss, school violence, etc. Chronic Trauma: an event that happens over and over and over again or it may be a multiple layering of events....
Preteen and teenage years can be rough on everyone in the family. It’s not uncommon for adolescents to feel out of place, depressed, irritable and/or anxious. Parents and (pre)teens may struggle to communicate. Even though they love to say things are “fine,” most of the time they aren’t. Middle school and high school can wear on...
Does anxiety feel like a constant companion? Some amount of anxiety is a good thing and propels you to work towards your goals. However, all too often, the pressures of modern life cause anxiety spiral to a place where it feels unmanageable. It can have a negative impact on both your professional and personal life...
I work with individuals who are seeking greater wholeness and overall wellness in their lives. Sometimes this state of being is interrupted by depression, anxiety, grief and loss, neurological challenges, parenting struggles, spiritual questions, or significant life transitions; all of which can be addressed within a professional therapeutic relationship. I work with a range of individuals who...
Is relationship counseling right for you? Hope lends us courage and strength to reach for help, and just by considering therapy, you make a first step in the right direction. Seeking therapy makes the statement that you actively pursue a chance at a happy, long lasting connection. All relationships go through periods of ups and...
I believe that everyone desires a sense of belonging and connection and to be both understood and accepted by others. And yet at one point or another in our lives, most of us will find ourselves in relationships where we hide parts of ourselves for fear of being misunderstood or rejected. Group therapy is one...
I tend to focus on how clients can start structuring their time and getting back to activities that are gratifying. I want them to start reconnecting as soon as possible with the sense that they can enjoy things and feel effective again. As a long-time family therapist, I was always interested in how we interact...
If you have one of these problems with your children, I may be able to help: Disobedience and rebellion Drugs and alcohol Depression and anxiety Self harm or suicidal ideation Poor school performance Issues around sexuality Technology addiction Grieving over the loss of someone Setting boundaries (rules and limits) and keeping our bonding (love and caring)...
