First and foremost, I believe that the essential aspect of any
therapeutic encounter is the quality of the relationship between therapist
and client. I have a deep commitment to maintaining an open, trusting, and
mutual relationship with anyone who seeks my help. I will do everything
I am able to assure this remains true, from introduction to conclusion.
My clinical style is conversational and egalitarian. My practice
perspective is grounded in Analytical Psychology, the theories and practices
developed by Carl G. Jung (1875-1961), a Swiss psychiatrist and
psychoanalyst. It is also informed by my training and experience in Object
Relations theory, Ego Psychology, and Self Psychology, which are associated
psychoanalytic perspectives and can compliment a Jungian approach.
I
have had extensive training and experience in treating
unwanted emotional responses (chronic depression, fear and anxiety,
anger and aggression, compulsions, emotion dysregulation, intolerance of
distress) and the intrapsychic conflicts from which they arise. I can help
you address associated relational problems as well as impediments
to personal development. I am also able to help you address, and resolve,
frequently painful internal psychological experience that may aversely
affect your ability to express and receive love and affection, to work
to your desired capacity, and to achieve a sense of personal mastery in your
interests.
My background and on-going interest in the
fine arts also shapes my practice perspective. It is the foundation on which
my exploratory approach to psychological intervention rests.
I maintain an open practice. I welcome everyone without regard to age, race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity.