Take the Risk it Takes to Grow
It takes a lot of courage to ask for help. When the risk pays off it creates security, trust, confidence. And we leverage that confidence to take the next risk. This is how we learn something new. This is how we get close to another person. This is how we grow.
My work is very relationally focused. We spend a lot of time exploring the different ways you learned to relate to others throughout your life and how continuing those unhealthy patterns leads to the problems you face today. To do this I also help you develop a greater awareness of the thoughts and feelings that lead to the choices you make. I draw from psychodynamic and attachment theories and often teach mindfulness skills.
Because my work is deeply relational it is also very collaborative. I tend to have a strong point of view and I also know I am not the expert on your experience. The insights I provide are not authoritative but are an offering for us to explore as we make sense of your life. I try to show up in a way that is honest and curious because this is what I ask of my clients.
I’m a good fit for you if you’re looking for help with….
Couples Therapy (Weekly Sessions and Intensives)
Relationship Issues
Life Transitions
Stress
Work Related Problems
Licensure Supervision in WA
Here’s a summary of my training
Bachelor’s in degree in Psychology, Texas A&M University
Master’s in Counseling, Western Seminary.
Trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy and the Gottman Method.
Certificate in Relationally Focused Psychodynamic Therapy (RPT), Contemporary Psychodynamic Institute
Certificate in Supervision of RPT, Contemporary Psychodynamic Institute.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Washington
Clinical Supervisor in the State of Washington
I take the following Insurance plans
Cigna
Providence
Regence
If I’m not in network with your insurance company, I can provide you with a superbill for you to submit for out of network reimbursement.
I’m located at the Studio in downtown Camas
417 NE 2nd AVE Camas, WA 98607