Specializing in Anxiety Treatment, Depression, Relationships, Nature, and Play Therapy
Anxiety & Depression
Therapy provides a supportive space to understand and manage the root causes of anxiety and depression. Through approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), clients learn to challenge negative thought patterns, develop healthier coping skills, and improve emotional regulation.
Mindfulness, somatic techniques, and trauma-informed therapies like Internal Family Systems (IFS) can also address underlying stress or trauma. Over time, therapy helps build resilience, restore hope, and support lasting emotional well-being.
ADHD vs. Anxiety
ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) and anxiety can look similar—especially in children and teens—but they stem from different root causes and require distinct approaches. Understanding their differences and overlap is essential for effective treatment.
Areas of Overlap:
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Trouble concentrating
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Restlessness
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Sleep issues
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Irritability
Because of these shared symptoms, anxiety is sometimes misdiagnosed as ADHD and vice versa—especially when both conditions co-occur (which is common).
Walk and Talk
Walk and Talk Therapy is a form of psychotherapy that takes place outdoors, combining traditional talk therapy with movement. Instead of sitting in an office, the therapist and client walk side by side in a natural setting, such as a park or trail. This approach can make therapy feel more relaxed and less intimidating, encouraging open conversation and deeper reflection.
Benefits of Walk and Talk Therapy
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Encourages Relaxation & Openness: Walking side by side can feel less confrontational than sitting face-to-face, making it easier to open up.
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Reduces Anxiety & Stress: Movement and nature exposure have been shown to lower cortisol levels and improve mood.
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Enhances Mind-Body Connection: Physical movement can help process emotions more effectively, especially for those who feel stuck in traditional talk therapy.
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Improves Focus & Creativity: Walking stimulates brain activity, making it easier to access thoughts, emotions, and new perspectives.
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Supports Overall Well-being: Clients benefit from both the therapeutic conversation and the physical exercise.
Who Can Benefit?
Walk and Talk Therapy can be helpful for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, and life transitions. It’s particularly beneficial for those who feel restless in traditional therapy settings or find movement helpful for emotional processing.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy helps partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen emotional connection.
Common approaches include:
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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Builds secure emotional bonds by addressing underlying attachment needs.
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Gottman Method: Focuses on improving communication, conflict resolution, and intimacy.
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Imago Therapy: Explores childhood influences on relationship dynamics to foster deeper understanding.
Therapy provides tools for healthier interactions, deeper connection, and long-term relationship success.
Trauma & PTSD
Therapy helps individuals process and heal from trauma by addressing both emotional and physiological responses.
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Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT): Helps reframe distressing thoughts and develop coping skills.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS): Explores and heals wounded inner parts that hold trauma.
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Somatic Therapy: Focuses on body-based techniques to release stored trauma and regulate the nervous system.
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Mindfulness & Expressive Therapies: Techniques like meditation, art, and movement help process emotions nonverbally.
Therapy empowers individuals to regain control, reduce symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance, and build resilience for long-term healing.
Expressive Play Therapy
Expressive Play Therapy helps children process emotions, trauma, and challenges through creative, nonverbal expression. Using art, drama, music, games, and sand tray therapy, therapists create a safe space for children to explore their feelings, develop coping skills, and improve emotional regulation. This approach is especially effective for children struggling with anxiety, trauma, behavioral issues, and social difficulties, allowing them to communicate in ways that feel natural and engaging.
