Courtney Markowitz LMFT

I am more of a directive therapist who enjoys providing insight and solutions to help you change your behavior. I want you to learn the skills in order for you to reduce symptoms, so you don't have to be in therapy forever. I believe it is helpful for you to understand why you do what you do to build self-compassion while making changes simultaneously.

Well, to be candid... family dynamics brought me to this field. Taking care of everyone's emotions when I was a little girl and trying to therapize everyone I was in a relationship with. Thank goodness for healthy boundaries!

I use a lot of humor and real-life examples. I love being able to call my client's out in a funny way once the relationship has been developed. I use personal examples and metaphors to help you understand intricate concepts and normalize behaviors. I am only human and can check myself on my own bullshit too.

• California, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, 119812
• Montana, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, 57682

Prior to working in private practice I previously worked in high acuity settings including; Vista Del Mar psychiatric hospital, Aspiranet (COEDS) in home emotional and behavioral support through the school district, Beachside teen residential treatment center and Casa Pacifica's residential treatment center. In most of these settings I worked with teenagers and families to reduce high risk behavior including such as suicidal ideation and self harm.