As a Counselor I believe:
- Everyone has the capacity for growth and learning
- The counseling environment must be safe, compassionate and non-judgmental
- Problems may arise for people when they lack the necessary skills to cope effectively with painful emotions or difficult situations
- Emotional pain can be just as difficult to bear as physical pain
- A holistic approach to mental health is the best strategy—the mind, body and spirit cannot be separated
- People are much more than any mental health diagnosis or problem they may have
- Knowing and building upon strengths is crucial
- Counseling does not need to be long-term to be effective and helpful
My approach is often based on the following therapies and ideologies. Please click the links below for more information: