Behavioral Therapy Approach

My approach is empathic, interactive, and practical —qualities that allow me to work collaboratively with a wide range of clients to reach their goals. I have been described by my clients as very nurturing, knowledgeable, and direct in my approach.

My work is informed by my training in various therapeutic orientations including:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) 
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) 

I assess the best therapeutic approach for each client on an individual basis and often incorporate relevant pieces from the above frameworks. Generally speaking, most teens and young adults benefit from a short-term, solution-focused approach that promotes real-world skills.

CBT and DBT are evidence-based approaches that are especially effective with these age groups. When working with individual adults and parents,  I combine insight-oriented therapy along with these behavioral approaches.

Mindfulness, increased emotional security, and positive interpersonal communication are areas most clients of all ages and stages benefit from.

Finally, I provide parent coaching as part of my practice, either in conjunction with treating the child or independently. Here, I leverage my training as a Positive Discipline parent coach.