Types of Therapy

The therapeutic modalities I have prioritized are cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, narrative, existential, and relational psychodynamic modalities.

My work is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and shows a commitment to exploration and innovation - one where I strive to continue to learn with and alongside the clients in my care.

Evidence-Based Therapy

 

Evidence-based treatments are therapies that are grounded in research, and have been shown to be effective. I am trained in several evidence-based practices: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and EMDR. Using evidence-based modalities, I help individuals recognize, process, and better respond to their emotions.

 

Clients who work with me often experience increased self-acceptance and confidence, improvement in their relationships, release of the emotional impacts of trauma, and an ability to use emotional information to guide them towards greater meaning and purpose.

 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT is a form of psychotherapy that attends to the ways thoughts and behaviors impact emotions - a relationship that is referred to as the “cognitive triangle.” This active and practical therapy is highly effective in shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns

 

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) & Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

DBT and ACT are “third wave” CBT therapies. Whereas CBT focuses on changing maladaptive thoughts and behaviors, DBT and ACT focus on shifting an individual’s relationship to uncomfortable internal experiences.

Mindfulness practices are key components  of both DBT and ACT. DBT skills are incredibly effective for emotion regulation. ACT interventions tend to reduce one’s experience of suffering and support movement towards more meaningful and value-driven lives.

 

Mindfulness and Compassion Focused Approach

Paying attention to the sensations of the body, the tides one’s emotions, and the chatter of the ego-mind with compassion and kindness is a powerful healing practice. Mindfulness and compassion focused therapies teach practices that build one’s confidence to both weather the difficult times, and savor the joyful moments of life. These practices allow one to fully feel and release emotions.

 

Evidence-Based Therapy for Trauma

 

I specialize in the treatment of trauma and chronic stress. I am trained in Cognitive Processing therapy (CPT) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).

 

These modalities, along with an attention to trauma-informed mindfulness practices and somatic interventions, are effective in calming the nervous system dysregulation caused by trauma and chronic stress.

 

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

CPT is a specific type of cognitive behavioral therapy that helps clients to stop avoidng trauma related thoughts and emotions. This brief and systemic treatment supports patients in shifting core beliefs (about the world, and about themselves) that rigidly endure following traumatic experiences.

 

Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)

EMDR is a form of psychotherapy that can help people recover from trauma, and other emotional difficulties, including anxiety, depression, and panic disorder. EMDR supports the release of trauma from the body through somatic awareness, which leads to changes in cognition.

Curious about how these types of therapy are used in sessions?

Learn more about my therapy specialties.