psychotherapy in the woods
explore, ground, and connect
About
I specialize in a blended approach to therapy, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), reality therapy, interpersonal, family systems, emotion focused, gestalt and psychodynamic therapy, using somatic techniques. My sessions are rooted in mindfulness and grounded awareness, with a strong emphasis on staying goal-oriented. I work closely with each client to clarify what they most want to experience in their lives—whether it’s peace, connection, clarity, or healing—and then help them build the path to get there, one intentional step at a time.
Much of my work centers on helping people manage distress and improve interpersonal relationships—whether in romantic partnerships, family dynamics, or workplace environments. I believe in the power of exploring a person’s belief systems: understanding what serves them, identifying what doesn’t, and making meaningful choices about how to move forward. My goal is always to create a space where clients feel safe to explore these deep parts of themselves—free from judgment, and supported in their growth.
Here at Psychotherapy in the Woods, I welcome you into a setting that feels both peaceful and grounded, where you can begin or continue your journey toward healing, wholeness, and purposeful living.
Services
individual counseling
At Psychotherapy in the Woods, individual counseling is a personalized journey toward healing, self-discovery, and growth. Using a blend of evidence-based therapies—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Family Systems Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Gestalt Therapy—each session is tailored to meet the unique needs of teens and adults facing life’s challenges. Whether struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, or life transitions, clients receive compassionate support in a safe, nonjudgmental space. Sessions incorporate mindfulness techniques and nature-based practices to promote emotional balance, self-awareness, and resilience. For teens, counseling provides tools to manage stress, navigate social and academic pressures, and develop emotional regulation skills. For adults, therapy focuses on overcoming obstacles, improving communication, fostering self-compassion, and building meaningful relationships. With a counseling style rooted in connection, intuitive wisdom, and practical strategies, clients are empowered to gain clarity, heal from past wounds, and create a more fulfilling life.
counseling for couples
Couples counseling is offered to help partners strengthen their relationship, improve communication, and navigate challenges with greater understanding and emotional connection. Using a blend of evidence-based approaches—including Emotion-Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Gestalt Therapy—each session is tailored to support the unique needs of the couple. The focus is on enhancing closeness, rebuilding trust, and fostering deeper emotional intimacy. Partners learn how to communicate more effectively, resolve conflicts in a healthy way, and shift from cycles of blame to patterns of connection. With a counseling style that values relationships over being right, sessions encourage mutual respect, emotional attunement, and growth as individuals and as a couple. Couples counseling is beneficial for those facing: Communication breakdowns Conflict resolution struggles Emotional disconnection Life transitions and stressors Trust issues and relationship wounds Differences in parenting or family dynamics By integrating mindfulness and nature-based practices, couples are also guided toward greater emotional regulation and self-awareness, allowing them to approach their relationship with renewed clarity and compassion. Whether navigating a difficult season or simply wanting to deepen their bond, couples find a supportive, nonjudgmental space to heal and reconnect.
other stuff
You are invited to explore shadow work, a deep and transformative process of uncovering and integrating the hidden aspects of the self. Rooted in Gestalt Therapy, mindfulness, and self-exploration, shadow work helps individuals recognize and heal unresolved emotions, limiting beliefs, and unconscious patterns that may be influencing their thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. By bringing awareness to these parts, clients can cultivate greater self-acceptance, emotional freedom, and personal growth. In addition to traditional counseling, drumming and various forms of meditation are also offered as powerful tools for self-discovery and healing. These practices can help: Deepen emotional awareness and self-connection Regulate stress and anxiety through rhythm and movement Foster clarity and intuition Support healing by engaging the mind-body connection Clients are welcome to incorporate shadow work, drumming, and meditation into their counseling sessions or explore them separately as a means of personal growth and transformation. Whether used as standalone practices or integrated into therapy, these approaches offer a unique and meaningful way to engage in self-exploration and inner healing.
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