Relationships can bring us some of our greatest joys, along with significant challenges. Sometimes we end up stuck in negative patterns that can leave us feeling more distant from one another and alone. Other times we may be under a lot of stress - causing us to be more reactive to our partner than we would like to be.
Using a combination of my past experience working with families, along with training in a research backed method called Emotionally Focused Therapy , I help people to learn how to unlock chronic patterns of conflict and distancing; and to learn healthier ways of communicating - often leading to a greater feeling of understanding and closeness.
Counseling can be helpful for many of the challenges we face in life. I enjoy helping to support people to build on their strengths and values to lead a better life; and to have healthier, more connected relationships. My experience over the last 30 years has covered a wide range of issues - including helping people to find healthier ways to cope with anxiety, stress, parenting and other relationship concerns; along with supporting people in finding ways out of depressed moods.
I have been in the counseling field for over 30 years- working in community mental health, schools and private practice. My specialities have included working with children, adolescents and families both at the Counseling Service of Addison County and in private practice. Over the last ten years my focus has been on helping adults and couples of all ages. I will often use a holistic approach in my work - helping people to learn more about the mental health benefits that can come with making lifestyle changes; including learning about mindfulness-based stress reduction.
I received my Masters in Social Work from Adelphi University in 1990 and have been licensed in Vermont since 1997. I attend a variety of trainings every year. In recent years my trainings have included an externship in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples; mindfulness-based stress reduction for stress and anxiety; and an online course in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I am part of a consultation group with my colleagues at Lakewood Psychotherapy and we meet twice a month.
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