An Important Life Decision

Deciding to enter psychotherapy is not only an important life decision but it is also a clear sign of one’s underlying health and resiliency.   When beginning counseling, some—but not all—individuals and couples are aware of existing difficulties, and are seeking help to reflect on their choices, and to review paths toward positive change. I find that people can be helped to release a level of optimism that points them toward new “do-able” goals.   All of these reflect an inherent foundation of health, even when an individual experiences such common challenges as depression, grief or anxiety.  Psychotherapy and cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT), as one type of modality that I utilize, require some risk-taking. It also takes a willingness to examine one’s “self” and life position from various perspectives.  And therapy certainly requires the ability to trust another human being.  

Finding the best match in a psychologist is an important first step in the process. I believe that both the therapist and the client must feel comfortable with one another, and recognize each other’s competencies and abilities.  A trusting, private and confidential therapeutic relationship is a significant ingredient for reaching a successful outcome.  I try to maintain a very open, honest, collaborative, and direct partnership with clients; always respecting their individuality and personal beliefs.

I am willing to speak with you on the phone, at no charge, to determine whether it makes sense for us to work together.

“I’ve had a lot of worries in my life, most of which never happened.”

— Mark Twain