Treatment Modalities 

CBT: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

CBT is a widely used evidence-based therapy that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to mental health issues. It is a more structured therapy approach, relying on techniques and skill building. 

Gottman Couples Therapy

John and Julie Gottman developed the most researched and effective couples therapy framework to date. Their approach focuses on strengthening relationships by fostering trust, intimacy, and effective communication skills. 

ACT: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

ACT is a personal favorite, which focuses on acceptance of difficult emotions and experiences while promoting commitment to values-based actions. It helps individuals build psychological flexibility and resilience. 

Person-Centered Therapy

This therapeutic modality emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness from the therapist, creating a nurturing and non-judgmental environment for clients to explore their feelings, thoughts, and experiences. The therapist serves as a facilitator, helping clients tap into their own wisdom and resources to find solutions and make meaningful changes in their lives.

DBT: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

DBT combines CBT techniques with mindfulness practices to help individuals develop skills for emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and mindfulness. You will like this approach if you enjoy in-session exercises and homework.

Psychodynamic Therapy

Explores how early childhood experiences and unconscious conflicts influence current patterns of behavior and relationships. By uncovering and processing these underlying issues, psychodynamic therapy aims to alleviate symptoms, improve interpersonal relationships, and promote psychological growth and self-awareness.