As a mental health clinician, I am qualified to diagnose and treat mental health disorders. Some clients find a diagnostic label helpful by giving a name to their symptoms and potentially providing access to services and resources such as insurance reimbursement. For others, though, these labels can feel stigmatizing. You can decide if an appropriate diagnosis will be useful for you.

In my work I take a non-pathologizing approach by avoiding the interpretation of behaviors or emotions as inherently pathological (abnormal or diseased). Instead, we focuses on understanding experiences within their context, recognizing human resilience, and promoting self-empowerment. This approach emphasizes that people are more than their difficulties and that their responses to challenging life circumstances are often adaptive, even if painful. 

Others seek assistance to enhance their physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing—aiming to promote overall wellness, reduce stress, and foster a sense of empowerment and self-awareness. Through targeted support and guidance, individuals can develop healthier coping strategies, build resilience, and cultivate a balanced, fulfilling life. This holistic approach encourages sustainable growth and deeper connection to oneself.

What might therapy do for me?

Psychotherapy provides clients with a confidential and supportive environment to examine their emotions and behaviors, enhancing self-awareness and enabling the development of healthier coping mechanisms. Through this process, clients often experience reduced anxiety and depression, improved communication skills, and strengthened emotional resilience. These benefits contribute to personal growth, which positively impacts relationships and overall quality of life.