Specialties

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a widely used and evidence-based approach to mental health treatment. It focuses on the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, emphasizing the idea that our perceptions and interpretations of events significantly impact our emotional and behavioral responses. Through CBT, you will work with your therapist to identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns and beliefs, ultimately restructuring them to promote healthier coping strategies and more adaptive behavior. This collaborative, goal-oriented therapy is effective in treating a range of conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. CBT equips individuals with practical skills and tools to better navigate life's challenges and improve their overall well-being.

Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy combines CBT with meditative practices, to better tolerate the present moment and become comfortable with our thoughts and feelings, without judgement. This is especially helpful for those struggling with racing thoughts, anxieties, negative thoughts, and challenges with concentration.

DBT is a form of psychotherapy that works to better manage intense emotions and increase effective communication in relationships. DBT is built on the four following structures: interpersonal effectiveness, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation. The term “dialectic” acknowledges that life is complex and challenging, and the goal is to balance opposite forces we may face.

We deserve to grieve the loss of our loved ones in a space that is safe, empathetic, and supportive. Grief can alter the world we once knew and leave us feeling lost. Our grief support aims to walk beside you as you heal on the physical, emotional, and spiritual level. Resources can also be provided for support groups.

Do you tend to notice that you experience many symptoms on a physical level? tension, heart rate, changes in your breathing? For those who suffer from anxiety, PTSD, and depression, these experiences may show up in a physical way. Somatic healing focuses on how these emotions appear in the body, and to work toward better regulating our nervous system.

Falling under the umbrella of CBT, exposure therapy is effective in treating specific phobias and OCD. If you recognize intense anxiety and panic attacks in the presence of a specific situation, and that you are avoiding particular activities or having difficulty functioning in your day-to-day responsibilities, exposure therapy can be a very effective form of treatment. We will gradually reintroduce you to the situation causing distress, while managing your symptoms using new coping skills.