Individual Therapy
As a therapist, I am committed to fostering a compassionate and calming space where individuals from all walks of life can feel supported and understood. My practice traditionally serves those grappling with issues such as anxiety, depression, and racial oppression, as well as providing affirming care for transgender individuals and those in the kink community. I also offer vital support to new parents navigating perinatal and postpartum challenges, and to those dealing with childhood trauma, sobriety, and substance use.
In addition, I work with individuals coping with complex PTSD, financial trauma, and the unique challenges faced by those living with HIV, offering both emotional support and practical guidance. I also support those challenged with body image concerns, helping clients to develop a healthier relationship with their bodies and themselves.
While these areas are my main focus, my practice is open to anyone needing a space to process and heal. Even if you find it challenging to express your concerns or are unsure where to start, you are welcome here. My goal is to provide a gentle, supportive environment where you can explore your feelings and experiences at your own pace, finding pathways to healing and empowerment.
Janet Mock
"I believe that telling our stories, first to ourselves and then to one another and the world, is a revolutionary act."
Relationship & Couples Therapy
At the heart of our couples therapy approach, we integrate culturally responsive and informed practices alongside the profound insights from relationship models. Our aim is to create a space where couples from all backgrounds feel understood and respected.
Methods help us understand the "Four Horsemen": criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling, along with their antidotes, teaching couples to transform conflicts into connections while considering cultural contexts that shape communication styles. Models illuminate the growth stages of relationships, guiding couples through struggles that are often influenced by cultural expectations and roles. Insights encourage us to explore the balance of closeness and distance, enriched by understanding the unique cultural dimensions that impact intimacy and desire.
With Therapy, we delve into how partners can become healers for one another, acknowledging and integrating cultural narratives that shape individual identities and relational dynamics. Emotionally focusing on creating secure emotional attachments, emphasizing responsiveness and vulnerability, all while being sensitive to the cultural layers that influence emotional expressions and needs.
Throughout our sessions, we employ parts work and compassion humor, always mindful of the cultural dimensions that color our perceptions and experiences. This approach not only lightens the atmosphere but also helps couples to recognize and appreciate the diverse perspectives each partner brings to their relationship.
Moreover, for those navigating the process of uncoupling, our therapy provides culturally attuned support, helping individuals and couples manage the emotional complexities of separation with respect to their unique cultural backgrounds. Here, the emphasis is on compassionate understanding, ensuring that both parties can move forward with dignity and continued personal growth.
Whether deepening connections, reviving intimacy, or facilitating respectful separations, our approach is designed to respect and integrate the cultural backgrounds of all relationships. Therapy is not just about addressing challenges; it’s about enriching and honoring the diverse ways we love and connect.