My Approach
Specializing in couples and family work means my approach is integrative. I draw from multiple modalities and honor common factors that strengthen the therapeutic relationship and encourage growth: empathy, unconditional positive regard, congruence/genuineness, and cultural sensitivity. My work is attachment-based, emotion-focused, and neuro-affirming. I commonly use The Gottman Method, cognitive-behavioral, narrative, somatic, play therapy, and expressive/art-based modalities in ways that are sensitive and a good fit for my clients as I seek to notice, affirm, and find value in the uniqueness of all people.
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Statement on Christian Counseling: As a counselor who is Christian, I am open to incorporating elements of Christianity, spirituality, and other religions into the counseling process in ways that align with the client’s values and beliefs. My work is governed by the ACA Code of Ethics and Oregon State Laws and Statutes, so my primary ethical virtue is to do no harm. Therefore, all interventions must be clinically appropriate and evidence-based. While I recognize the importance of practices like prayer and reading scripture, I encourage clients to take the lead with these elements if they choose to incorporate them into the therapeutic process, and I am happy to provide referrals to practitioners who align with client expectations when they differ from my preferred practice. ​
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