THERAPEUTIC APPROACH

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Individual therapy

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In my practice, I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) - ACT is an evidence-based therapy approach that helps people develop psychological flexibility and adapt to challenges in a productive way. ACT is based on the idea that pain, grief, and other negative experiences are a natural part of life. The goal is to learn to accept them rather than try to eliminate or avoid them. ACT is a behavioral and cognitive intervention that uses six core processes: 

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• Acceptance: Accept emotions and feelings without trying to change them 

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• Defusion: Separate yourself from your inner experiences and see thoughts as just thoughts 

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• The now: Focus on the present moment 

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• Self: Learn to see your thoughts about yourself as separate from your actions 

 

• Values: Identify what's important to you and motivate action 

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• Committed action: Change your behavior based on your values 

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ACT is transdiagnostic, meaning it can be applied to a wide range of mental and physical conditions. It can be delivered in a variety of ways, including in-person, online, or through smartphone apps. 

 

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Couples/Relational Therapy

 

I am a Gottman-trained therapist, a research-based couples therapy approach that aims to strengthen relationships by improving communication, increasing intimacy, and building empathy: 

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• Assessment

  The therapy begins with an evaluation of the couple's relationship dynamics. 

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• Interventions

  The therapist uses research-based interventions to help the couple address problems and build skills. 

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• Goals

  The goals of the Gottman Method include:

  • Increasing intimacy, respect, and affection 

  • Disarming conflicting communication 

  • Removing barriers to healthy communication 

  • Building a culture of admiration 

  • Learning to manage perpetual conflicts