The 411
Happiness is the positive effect of personal effort. Once you’ve achieved a state of happiness, it’s important to not become lenient about maintaining it, but rather continue to work at creating your blissful existence. Perspective and motivation are everything. You want to live a happy life. Now let’s get you there.
Utilizing an eclectic approach of modalities, I work with you to promote happiness and empower change. With knowledge in Insight Oriented, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Positive Psychology methods, my approach is rooted in the understanding that psychoeducation of self and others is a vital element in the therapeutic process. Every client is different and each session is tailored entirely to you.
I will gladly assist you in finding your brighter side. Offering a positive and friendly environment, free from judgement, my office is a safe place to reveal vulnerabilities where we can work together to help transform you into the best version of self. Let’s explore your strengths and ignite the spark within. I know that life is messy and difficult at times. From my couch to your home, my services are available in various formats to help you in your quest to find an optimistic state of well-being.
Modality: Individuals & Couples
Level III Gottman Institute trained. A Research-Based Approach to Relationships.
Ages: Adults & Adolescents
LGBT Friendly
I am an out-of-network provider. Your insurance carrier will reimburse you, plan dependent. I can provide an invoice for submission.
$175 — 50 minute session
*Flexible Spending/Health Savings Participator*
Specialties:
Relationships
Depression
Anxiety
Anger management
Career
Family conflict
Loss and grief
Obsessive-Compulsive symptoms
Self esteem
Development of coping skills
Goal setting
Inspiration
Mentors are sometimes people we haven’t met. They are wise souls or resource tools who guide and inspire our philosophy of life. These are a few of mine:
On My Bookshelf
The Happiness Advantage // Shawn Achor
Before Happiness // Shawn Achor
Girl, Wash Your Face // Rachel Hollis
Girl, Stop Apologizing // Rachel Hollis
Get Out of Your Own Way // Dave Hollis
Atomic Habits // James Clear
Start With Why // Simon Sinek
Year of Yes // Shonda Rhimes
Learned Optimism // Martin Seligman
Younger Next Year // Chris Crowley
A Curious Mind // Charles Fishman
Strengths Finder // Tom Rath
Daring Greatly // Brene Brown
The Gifts of Imperfection // Brene Brown
Rising Strong // Brene Brown
5 Second Rule // Mel Robbins
Present Over Perfect // Shauna Niequist
The Untethered Soul // Michael A. Singer
Emotional Intelligence // Travis Bradberry
The Book of Awakening // Mark Nepo
10 Mindful Minutes // Goldie Hawn
The Alchemist // Paulo Coelho
Love & Respect // Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
8 Dates // John & Julie Gottman
The Mother-in-Law Dance // Annie Chapman
The Seven Levels of Intimacy // Matthew Kelly
Getting The Love You Want // Harville Hendrix
After The Affair // Janice Abrahms Spring
Simplicity Parenting // Kim John Payne
The Soul of Discipline // Kim John Payne
How To Talk So Little Kids Will Listen // Joanna Faber
Strong Mothers, Strong Sons // Meg Meeker
Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters // Meg Meeker
Yes, Your Teen is Crazy // Michael J. Bradley
Parenting with Love and Logic // Foster Cline & Jim Fay
Parenting Teens with Love and Logic // Foster Cline & Jim Fay
How to be Happy Dammit // Karen Salmansohn
Instant Happy // Karen Salmansohn
Life is Good // Bert & John Jacobs
If // Evelyn McFarland & James Saywell
Add More ING to Your Life // Gabrielle Bernstein
V is For Vulnerable // Seth Godin