More about my approacH

I have training and personal experience with meditation and mindfulness practices, specifically, vipassana meditation. Mindfulness can be an extremely useful tool to explore personal life challenges and gain a stronger awareness of the relationship between mind body and spirit. I find that mindfulness practices, when paired with psychotherapy, can teach individuals a new set of coping skills to manage life stressors by attuning to their cravings and aversions and learning to self sooth and react out of insight, rather than impulse.

I have worked with and studied addiction and substance abuse with an emphasis on the impacts of trauma and addiction. I view addiction as a brain chemistry imbalance, a spiritual and relational illness, and as a mental health issue. I work with individuals, couples, and families impacted by addiction. I consider client needs and find it extremely important to work collaboratively with those struggling to overcome addiction. I also support my clients in finding appropriate resources and will make referrals to outside care when necessary.

I have a curiosity for neuroscience and seek out cutting edge research to further expand on my understanding of how the mind and brain work together with the rest of the body. Having research and science that support theories in therapy and other healing practices makes it really exciting to be a therapist!

I also consider holistic practices and have an interest in somatic and energy therapies. I am open to working with clients who may prefer alternative medicine, or who may have other non-traditional views and intersts.

ADDITIONAL TRAINING AND MEMBERSHIP

AAMFT American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy

WAMFT Washington Association of Marriage and Family Therapy

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