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Nurturing Connection
Your Safe Haven at
Reflect and Restore Therapy
At Reflect and Restore Therapy, I'm committed to ensuring you feel the warmth of our connection from the beginning. This space is your safe harbor, where you're fully accepted, valued, and understood. With warmth, engagement, and a touch of lightheartedness, we'll create an environment where insights flow and genuine connections thrive!
Common Challenges in Individual Therapy
Addressing Everyday Struggles with Compassionate Support
People Pleasing
Do you ever find yourself caught in the relentless cycle of prioritizing others' needs over your own? It's like the word "no" becomes a distant memory, and you're constantly juggling extra responsibilities or agreeing to social plans, even when your own plate is overflowing!
How I Can Help:
Setting Healthy Boundaries:
Together, we'll pinpoint and establish boundaries that truly reflect your needs and values.
Taking Back Control:
I'll support you in reclaiming ownership over your decisions, empowering you to make choices that put your well-being first.
Embracing Self-Prioritization:
Let's tackle that nagging guilt that often accompanies self-care, so you can confidently prioritize yourself without hesitation, feeling empowered in every decision you make.
Shame
Ever feel like a lingering shadow of shame is impacting your sense of self-worth, making it feel impossible to let go of past mistakes? If feelings of inadequacy persist, shame might be at the core, whispering that you're not enough despite your accomplishments.
How I Can Help:
Creating a Safe Space:
Together, we'll cultivate a safe and judgment-free environment to delve into the roots of shame, understanding its origins and impact.
Promoting Self-Acceptance:
I'll guide you in navigating the path to self-acceptance, helping you recognize and embrace your inherent worth.
Rewriting the Narrative:
Let's work on reshaping the story. I'll support you in challenging and transforming the negative narratives, allowing you to reclaim your self-worth.
Trauma
Trauma, like a long-reaching shadow, casts its impact across various aspects of your life. Recognizing its presence becomes crucial when memories or emotions from a past event persistently affect your present. It's those haunting echoes that influence your thoughts, emotions, and relationships.
How I Can Help:
Understanding Trauma's Impact:
Together, we'll delve into the multifaceted effects of trauma on your life, shedding light on its intricate web of consequences.
Empowering Narrative Rewriting:
I'll guide you through the process of rewriting your narrative, empowering you to reshape the story of your experiences.
Therapeutic Healing:
Through therapeutic approaches, we'll embark on a journey of healing, fostering resilience, and reclaiming a sense of control over your life.
Perfectionism
Ever find yourself chasing flawless outcomes? Whether it's at work, in your social life, or even when you're critiquing your own appearance, that nagging voice seems to always make itself known. It's like a relentless soundtrack of dissatisfaction, constantly urging you to hold yourself to impossible standards.
How I Can Help:
Spotting Perfectionist Tendencies:
We'll explore the nuances of your perfectionism, pinpointing the patterns and triggers that keep you stuck.
Nurturing Self-Compassion:
I'll guide you in developing a compassionate perspective, fostering self-acceptance every step of the way.
Shifting Focus to Progress:
Let's shift from chasing perfection to celebrating achievable progress. I'll support you as you move forward without constant scrutiny.
Anxiety
Anxiety can transform simple daily tasks into daunting obstacles. If you find yourself overwhelmed by persistent worry, restlessness, or tension, it could be a sign that anxiety is significantly impacting your daily life.
How I Can Help:
Developing Coping Strategies:
Together, we'll craft personalized coping strategies tailored to your unique experiences with anxiety.
Introducing Mindfulness:
I'll introduce mindfulness practices to anchor you in the present moment, easing the grip of anxious thoughts.
Providing Practical Tools:
Let's explore practical tools that empower you to face daily challenges with resilience, breaking the cycle of anxiety.
Life Changes
Feeling overwhelmed by life's changes? Whether it's a move, becoming a new parent, navigating a divorce, or adjusting to a new job, I understand the challenges you're facing. Together, we can navigate these transitions with grace and resilience.
How I Can Help:
Emotional Support and Coping Strategies:
Through counseling and proven techniques, I provide a safe space for you to express your feelings and develop coping strategies to navigate life changes.
Embracing Change:
Providing a safe space and proven techniques to process emotions, grieve the old, and embrace the new beginnings that come with change.
Building Resilience & Finding Meaning:
Empowering you to cultivate resilience and discover meaning, turning change into opportunities for growth.
Your Therapy,
Your Way
Tailored Therapy Experiences Explained
In-Office Seating Options:
Find Your Perfect Spot
Whether you prefer the cozy embrace of a sofa, the grounded stability of a chair, or the freedom to stretch out on the floor, the space is designed to accommodate your needs!
Walk and Talk Options - Via Phone, In the Office, or In Nature:
Therapy on the Move
Walk and Talk Therapy is ideal if you're experiencing depressive symptoms, ADHD hyperactivity, or prefer a holistic approach to mental health. You have options! We can meet in person at the serene Rye Nature Preserve, use a stair stepper in my office, or connect via phone call for added flexibility. Learn more!
Telehealth:
Therapy Anywhere, Anytime
Experience the convenience of therapy from the comfort of your own space. With secure video or phone calls, you can connect with me from home or while on the go, ensuring that support fits seamlessly into your schedule and lifestyle.
Unlocking Your Potential with Proven Techniques
Parts Work
Embrace the Complexity of Your Inner World
Parts Work helps you understand the different sides of yourself, like the logical part and the emotional part. By learning about these parts, you can bring them together and feel more balanced.
Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals
Connecting with Yourself and Others
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for Individuals helps you understand and express your feelings better. By doing this, you can improve your relationships and feel more connected to others.
Trauma-Informed Care
Healing from Past Wounds
Trauma-Informed Care recognizes that difficult things that happened in the past can affect how you feel now. It provides support and understanding to help you heal and feel stronger.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Transforming Thoughts and Behaviors
CBT helps you recognize and change negative thoughts and behaviors. By doing this, you can feel happier and more in control of your life.
Mindfulness Practices
Cultivating Presence and Calm
Mindfulness practices teach you to pay attention to the present moment without judging it. This helps you feel calmer and more content in everyday life.
When you're ready
I am here
Currently accepting clients in:
Rye, New York, and Virtually