Resources &
Research
Guided by mindful awareness practices, I weave the use of evidence-based CBT to empower teens, caregivers, and adults in understanding more about the ways in which their biggest challenges are related to sticky unhelpful thought patterns that are linked to their emotions and behaviors. This is one method in a variety of models I’m certified or trained in. When we start working together, we will figure out which model, or models, of therapy work best for your needs. You can learn more about the many resources below.
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Polyvagal Theory, developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, helps explain why you feel calm, anxious, or shut down in certain situations. In therapy, this approach helps you understand your body’s natural responses to stress, so you can learn to feel safer, more connected, and better able to manage your emotions.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical approach that helps you identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors. By focusing on the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and actions, CBT teaches you new skills to manage stress, anxiety, and depression, leading to healthier ways of thinking and coping with challenges.
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Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) helps parents reduce their child's anxiety by changing their own responses. Instead of trying to fix the child’s behavior, SPACE teaches parents to reduce accommodating anxious behaviors, fostering resilience and independence in the child.
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Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) helps families understand and change emotional patterns that cause conflict and disconnection. By focusing on creating secure bonds, EFFT helps family members express their emotions more openly and respond to each other with empathy, leading to stronger, more supportive relationships.
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Nature-Based Therapy, supported by research from the NIH, uses outdoor settings to enhance mental health by reducing stress, anxiety, and depression. Being in nature can improve mood, boost overall well-being, and support emotional regulation. This therapy leverages the calming effects of nature, offering a unique, supportive space for personal growth and healing. (source: National Institute of Health)
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Crisis Resources
If you found this website and are in need of immediate assistance, call 911, or use one of these resources to gain support: Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988998lifeline.org
LGBTQ+ Resources
The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing LGBTQ youth with crisis intervention and suicide prevention services. Youth can call 866.488.7386 for confidential help and support 24/7 or log onto their website for access to free and secure online chat and Q&A pages