If there was one thing you wish people knew about the therapy experience who might be hesitant to try it, what would that be?
There is no reason to be nervous. This is an opportunity for you to grow as an individual or couple. I have worked to make my practice a safe and comfortable environment to share and talk about what is concerning to you. I ask that clients let me know when things are not what they seem and we will talk about what we need to do to reach their goals.
What does a first session with you look like?
Our first session with clients I offer the opportunity for you to ask me questions. It also give me the opportunity to learn about you, where you come from, what life was like growing up. I use this information to understand why you may do certain things and how they may have influenced where they are today. We will then work together to create goals and how we can make them attainable.
In what ways do your life philosophy and treatment philosophy overlap?
I grew up in New York. Knowing people of this area of the country has helped me understand issues and struggles people deal with. I look at situations systemically, looking at all the parts of an individuals life that influences them. People carry with them history and experience that guides them, but those guides are not always useful all the time.
Specialties
Aging related concerns
Family issues
Marriage issues
Infidelity
Couples
General Expertise
Depression
Anxiety
Relationship Issues
Loss/Grief
Caregiver stress & support
Communication issues
Life transitions
Parenting issues
Fees
$110
Family Therapy
$110
Couples Therapy
$100
Individual Therapy
Types of Therapy
Family Session
Couples Session
Individual Session
Clientele
Parents
Young Adults (18-24)
Adults (25-65)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment Approaches / Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness Practices
Attachment-Based Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Structural Family Therapy
Training / Certifications
Contemporary Issues in Mental Health
Licensure
NY, LMFT, 001586
Education
Marriage and Family Therapy, Capella University
Work History
I was trained as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked with individuals, couples and the elderly. I work in private practice in New York where I live and grew up. As my second career, I bring experience as a child, mother, and wife. As a systemic thinker, I look into all facets of a persons life. There are many factors that influence people and we influence others as well. I not only look at the issue that a person or couple is struggling with, but those things that can be contributing to the issue as well.
Location
48 S Main St, Churchville, 14428, NY