Self-Esteem vs. Self-Confidence, And Which To Focus On
Self-Esteem vs. confidence: they may seem like synonyms, right? And in some ways, they are similar concepts. However, if you tend to put yourself down
But sometimes, your anxiety gets ahead of itself, and can create more harm than good in your life if you don’t know how to manage it.
Knowing when your anxiety isn’t serving you and how to let it go is a skill that can be learned, and getting therapy for your anxiety can help you do just that.
I believe strongly in the mind-body-spirit connection, and combine a psychodynamic approach with CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy). This means you will gain a deeper understanding of why you react to situations a certain way while also gaining practical tools and insights to better cope with your anxiety.
Anxiety is a hidden culprit that wreaks havoc on your life
Indecisive, stuck, and clueless about how to change.
Overwhelmed with existential dread and lacking purpose.
Lost in life or like you're falling behind.
Constantly worried about what others think.
Disconnected from yourself and your body.
Constantly distracted and less present around others.
As you’re reading this notice any tightness in your body.
Relax your shoulders.
Release tension in your jaw.
Take a deep breath, and exhale slowly.
(By the way… taking a deep breath is NOT going to solve all of your problems).
But learning how to take control of your anxiety so it stops controlling you will help you make decisions more easily, form closer relationships, and feel more confident.
Therapy isn’t magic – it’s science. And can help you form new, more positive pathways in your brain, so that in the future, you’re better able to handle whatever life throws your way.
If you’re tired of overanalyzing every decision you have to make and feel completely stuck without knowing how to get out of it – let me help. I’ll give you the tools you need to change and grow while diving deeper into why you have certain behavioral patterns.
Let’s get to know each other – learn more about me, my approach to therapy, and the people I’ve worked with.
Therapy gives you a safe, confidential space to talk about whatever is on your mind. Together, we can figure out how you can best cope with whatever you’re struggling with.
In our sessions, you will do more than just vent. You’re going to find new ways of thinking about your situation and managing your emotions.
What I’ll also say is that sometimes, you may look forward to going to therapy, other times you might dread it. Sometimes you might feel really good after a session, and other times you might feel exhausted or really sad.
There may be days where you have a ton to talk about, and other days where you feel like there isn’t much to say.
Some people find it helpful to jot down notes throughout the week so they remember what they want to bring up. But even on days where you have no agenda, your session can be as fruitful as any other.
Therapy can dredge up a lot of buried feelings, and sorting them all out is difficult, and takes time. But the great thing about therapy is aren’t doing it alone.
Our first session is a little bit like a warm up. I’ll send some virtual paperwork for you to complete in advance of our first session, which includes a questionnaire for you to fill out.
When we meet, we will review that information and anything else you want me to know. My goal for our first session is to understand what’s troubling you, why you’re seeking therapy, and get an understanding of what you’d like to accomplish during our time together.
For you, it is a great opportunity to ask any questions and see if you feel comfortable working together.
Good question! I always say – go with your gut. I recommend you check out my About Page and My Blog to see if what I have to say resonates.
You can also fill out the form below to schedule a consult call. If I don’t think I can help you with what you’re going through, I will let you know, and provide a referral for someone who is more aligned with your needs.
I recommend you come in once a week to get the most out of therapy. If you want to see changes, it’s important to make a commitment to yourself and show up. After some time, if you want to move to every other week, we can have a discussion about it.
You can view my current rates here. I offer a limited number of sliding scale slots in my practice for anyone with financial need, so please reach out if that’s the case and we can discuss further.
It depends on why you’re in therapy and what you’re hoping to get out of it.
Many people feel relief after the first session. And oftentimes you’ll make some progress in 6- 12 weeks.
If you’re coming in because of a crisis or life transition, therapy can last around 6 months to a year.
If you’re looking to address more deeply rooted patterns of behavior, therapy might last longer.
I have found that many of the people I work with deeply value having the time and space address their emotional health. As you start to feel better, we can assess where you are with your goals, see if any new issues have popped up that may be worth addressing, or if it’s time to end therapy.
My door is always open – even if we terminate, you are welcome to reach out at any time to check in.
Don’t wait for therapy to start to begin working on yourself. Read the posts below to gain deeper insight into your patterns.
Self-Esteem vs. confidence: they may seem like synonyms, right? And in some ways, they are similar concepts. However, if you tend to put yourself down
Will quitting social media benefit you? From my experience, the answer is both yes and no. In mid-October of 2018, I quit social media, cold
You’ve probably heard about the benefits of practicing mindfulness. It can help reduce anxiety, increase self-awareness, encourage kindness, and even improve tolerance around physical pain.
Schedule a free 15-minute consult call to learn more about starting therapy together.