My approach to therapy
I collaborate with individuals and couples to develop goals and empower them to take steps to enhance their overall well-being. I work with clients to recognize strengths and resources within them to help them achieve their goals. I believe that everyone is unique and bring in meaningful experiences into the therapy room. As such, I strive to understand my clients to guide my work with them.
When working with couples, I place a greater focus on the couple relationship than on the individuals that make up the relationship. I am also not on any one partner’s side, I am on the side of the relationship. I work with couples to achieve goals such as (but not limited to) improving communication, understanding each other better, and/or developing a closer relationship with each other.
I approach issues from a trauma-informed framework and view mental health issues as a symptom of significant events that have occurred. I believe that these significant events shape who we are today and should be taken into consideration during treatment.
I strive to have unconditional positive regard for my clients; I believe that everyone deserves to be seen in a positive light. I also tend bring humor into sessions and have been described as animated and lively.
I tell clients that life is not about waiting for the storm to pass, but learning to dance in the rain; we all face challenges in life that are difficult, but once you learn to overcome or manage it, you will find that you will be able to take on any challenge that comes your way.
I look forward to working with you.
- Cassandra
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