“I became a psychotherapist because I was drawn to a profession where the goal is to help people deepen their connections both with themselves and with others.”
What was your path to becoming a therapist?
I became a psychotherapist because I was drawn to a profession where the goal is to help people deepen their connections both with themselves and with others. The therapist's self-knowledge is a key feature of the type of therapy that I am drawn to and currently practice. This type of therapy is considered psychodynamic or psychoanalytic. For me, this way of working is a powerful tool by which my clients gain insight and make important changes in their lives. After several years working in a mental health clinic, I opened my private practice. I have been working privately for over 30 years.
What should someone know about working with you?
An initial consultation with me involves talking together in depth about what is bringing you to therapy, what it is you are seeking help with, and what type of therapeutic process you desire. If we decide that my treatment approach is suited for your goals and that we are a good fit, we will set up additional appointments.
How do your own core values shape your approach to therapy?
My approach to therapy is informed by my belief in the importance of knowing and understanding oneself. Such self-knowledge can be learned through many different means but I believe psychodynamic psychotherapy is one of the most powerful tools for achieving this goal.
“My approach to therapy is informed by my belief in the importance of knowing and understanding oneself.”