My approach to treatment is inspired by existential and psychodynamic therapies. By taking a closer look at more subtly recurring patterns throughout your life, we can better understand how you’ve developed into the person you are today. Self understanding is an incredibly empowering tool. Developing a deeper understanding of yourself and your motivations helps you increase self compassion and acceptance, while also making the necessary changes to help you live a more authentic life.

For a shorter term therapy, I find that using a combination of CBT and schema therapy is very effective in understanding the relationship between thought feeling and behavior. This allows us to understand the underlying cause of an issue and work on modifying unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors.

When the Nautilus outgrows its’ chamber, it builds a bigger chamber as an extension to the same shell. This limitless potential makes for a great metaphor for psychological growth. There is always more room to grow.

Too often we try to leave parts of ourselves or our stories behind that don’t fit us anymore or that we are ashamed of. Alternatively, in the same way that the Nautilus builds upon  and expands its’ shell, we can build upon our pasts. Transforming ourselves and moving forward instead of attempting to discard or forget the past which has brought us here. In this way, our understanding of our past selves acts as the basis for new growth.

The helix shape found inside the nautilus shell is also often used as a symbol for resilience. I find that humans are extremely resilient beings, though we don’t always recognize it in ourselves. I work with my clients to empower them to see and cultivate their own resilience.