Anxiety Therapy

I believe in a direct yet integrative approach to anxiety therapy. I use evidence-based techniques and a personalized treatment plan that suits your unique needs. This includes a blend from depth-oriented psychodynamic approaches like ISTDP, and also influences from many other modalities (Coherence Therapy, ACT, Gestalt, EMDR, and more). Here's what you can expect from treatment:

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• Assessment: We begin by thoroughly assessing how your anxiety is triggered, which can be due to either an external or internal threat (like an underlying feeling, thought, or memory). This is critical, as we will work differently depending on how your anxiety responds to treatment. 

• Pattern Identification: We will work to identify and change patterns that were established long ago. These probably helped you initially, but now they are holding you back. I will encourage you to fully experience various feelings and emotions. We cannot shy away from the hard stuff, but together we can intentionally dive in.

• Collaborative Environment: I aim to be upfront and, at times, will challenge you. However, this only makes sense in the context of a partnership of trust. Establishing this trust is my highest priority when starting therapy.

• Connection: With work and dedication to the process, you can expect improved connection with family and friends and also with yourself. You will understand your own maladaptive patterns and feel more stable emotionally. You may even pick up a few coping skills to manage when things get tough.