What We Do & Our Specialities
Every therapist has specialized training in their selected areas of interest. We ensure that you are getting up to date, research-backed, modern treatment. We attend trainings, conferences, are members of multiple associations to make sure you are getting what you need.
Postpartum Depression & Anxiety
Postpartum depression and anxiety (prenatal mood and anxiety disorders) can affect a person anytime during pregnancy and after pregnancy. They are the #1 complication of childbirth, know that you are not alone and you are not to blame. Symptoms of postpartum depression and anxiety include feeling sad or depressed, more irritable/angry than normal, difficulty bonding with your baby, crying often for no reason, mood swings, intense and constant worries, feelings of worthlessness, guilt and/or shame, panic attacks, thoughts of harming yourself or baby and more. Untreated prenatal disorders can last for months or years. Prenatal mood and anxiety disorders are nothing to be ashamed or embarrassed about and it is critical to get the help you deserve. With our specialized training in maternal mental health, we will make sure you get the help you need so you can feel better. With help, you will feel better.
Depression
Depression is real and it can be extremely debilitating. Symptoms are different for everyone, and can include lack of motivation, sadness, hopelessness, avoidance, and many other things. There are many reasons that people experience depression- it can be situational, seasonal, a chemical imbalance, and other causes. Our clinicians will help you with coping skills, tools and ways to manage and effectively deal with the depression.
Infertility
Infertility is something that affects an estimated 15% of couples. There are so many complex emotions and feelings that people experience as they are trying to grow their family & dealing with infertility. Frustration, anger, fear, sadness, hope are just a few. No one should have to go through infertility alone. We will help you navigate the process and help you learn to cope with the challenges you are going through.
Anxiety
Anxiety is real. When a person suffers from anxiety, it can make day to day things seem almost impossible. It can manifest in many different ways, including physical symptoms of elevated heart rate, inability to focus, hypervigilance, and fear when there is not an immediate danger. We will work to help you understand your triggers and provide you with coping skills so it no longer hijacks your life.
Trauma
Trauma is different for every person who experiences it. Symptoms of trauma can be nightmares, feeling agitated, hyper-vigilant, lack of motivation, and so many other things. It can affect so many areas in a person’s life, especially relationships. When trauma goes untreated, a person can experience debilitating triggers that get in the way of a person living how they want to. We have clinicians trained in EMDR which is an extremely effective, evidence based trauma treatment to help you heal and move forward in a healthy, lasting way. Our clinicians are trauma-informed and will provide you with great care and support to help you heal.
Eating Disorders & Body Image
Eating disorders are complex illnesses that include anorexia nervosa, bulimia, binge eating, orthorexia, and distorted eating. If not treated, eating disorders can put a person’s health and life at risk. Society puts an extreme amount of pressure on people to look a certain way, leading to a lot of children, teens and adults experiencing an extreme dissatisfaction with their body. Poor body image can lead to unhealthy and dangerous behaviors and eating disorders. We will teach ways to challenge the messaging from society, social media, peers, etc. and help you learn skills to develop a healthier body image. Body dissatisfaction, trauma, stress, feeling a lack of control, perfectionism can all cause eating disorders. Eating disorder behaviors are a slippery slope and it is critical to get professional help as soon as possible. Eating disorder recovery is hard, but with professional help, you can get better.
Grief and Loss
Loss and grief are part of the human experience, but they are emotions that no one should have to go through alone. We will provide support, help and guidance with the uncertainty and complex feelings. We have a hard time speaking about our pain & emotions associated with our losses & grief. Loss affects us in every aspect of our life and self. Often, we suppress our complex emotions that come with grief & loss because we don’t know how to manage it all. We naturally hope that we will “get over” our loss and wonder why we are still struggling months later because of expectations- whether we place them on ourselves or others place their expectations on us. The truth is, we never “get over” the loss of a loved one- death ends a life but does not end a relationship. We change and the loss of a loved one becomes part of our story. Grieving and mourning affects everyone differently. Grief is not the same for anyone, it is a very personal experience but that does not mean you are alone and have to go through it alone. You need support in loss and you need a place of safety and trust to help you on your journey.
Perfectionism
Perfectionism is rampant in our society and typically comes from not feeling good enough or worthy. Because we don’t feel good enough, we hustle for worthiness, constantly trying to perform, please, & accomplish while never messing up. We live in a world of constant comparison, social media filters, and unrealistic expectations. If you are hyper-critical of yourself and have extremely high expectations, you could be experiencing perfectionism. Perfectionism is self defeating and can lead to depression, anxiety, eating disorders and other mental health issues. Perfectionism can get in the way of being able to experience joy and happiness because there is always a moving target. We understand perfectionism and will help you navigate through the challenges and we will help you create a healthier sense of self and more realistic expectations.
Child Therapy/Play Therapy
Children are experiencing mental health issues & feelings including depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, social problems, grief at an alarming rate. Through play therapy, a child can express, communicate & process experiences and learn better coping and behavioral skills. Play therapy will provide a safe, calm environment to support the needs of your child and family.