Psychotherapy

At its core, individual psychotherapy is a 1:1, collaborative process between therapist and client. After identifying what brings you to therapy, your therapist will help you explore different contributing factors that may be impacting your situation. Whether you want to work on a specific goal or enhance the quality of your life, in general, individual therapy can be an effective tool in helping you achieve your desired outcome(s). Common focus areas include, but are not limited to: family of origin, mood management, relationship issues, coping skills, communication tools, substance use, and boundary development. Sessions are generally 45 or 60 minutes and the duration of therapy varies depending on the nature of the issue(s) being addressed.

Whether dating, married, or engaged, couples therapy provides a safe space for couples to explore challenges hindering their connection and intimacy.  By teaching strategies for healthy communication, active listening, and boundary setting, the therapist facilitates a process that allows each individual to constructively share their perspective, feelings, and needs.  Couples may seek therapy with the goal of working through one specific conflict or to work through longstanding issues that have caused one or both individuals to question their desire to stay in the relationship. No matter the circumstance, couples therapy can help couples learn how to build a stronger, healthier relationship.

Just like any relationship, families don’t always agree or have the same idea of what’s in one another’s best interest.  Family therapy offers a safe and supportive process for families to learn how to communicate in a way that cultivates trust and strengthen connection.  The goal of the family therapist is to help family members hear one another’s perspective, appreciate that differences don’t have to lead to disconnection, and practice a new, healthier approach to relating with one another.

Group therapy can be utilized on its own or as an adjunct to individual therapy.  Either way, it can be a highly effective format for developing a new skill-set and/or processing challenging life experiences.  Benefits of group therapy include having the support and accountability of others going through similar experiences, feeling less alone, and having more than the therapist’s perspective.  Practically speaking, group therapy is typically more cost effective than individual therapy – making it more accessible to more people.  Ultimately, the choice between group and individual therapy depends on the individual’s preferences, needs, and therapeutic goals.