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COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, short- to medium-term approach that helps individuals identify and transform unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to improve mood and daily functioning. Key points: Focuses on the connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Teaches practical skills like cognitive restructuring (challenging negative thinking), behavioral activation, exposure, and problem-solving. Is evidence-based for many conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, PTSD, and insomnia.
ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT THERAPY
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is based on the theory that trying to control painful emotions or psychological experiences can be counterproductive, as suppressing these feelings often leads to more distress. ACT offers valid alternatives to changing your thoughts, including mindful behavior, attention to personal values, and a commitment to action. You will learn to observe your self-talk—the way you speak to yourself about traumatic events, relationships, physical limitations, or challenges. From there, you can decide if a problem requires immediate action or if it must be accepted while you implement behavioral changes to modify the situation. By identifying past patterns that have not worked, your therapist can help you stop repeating cycles that cause long-term issues. Once you face and accept your current challenges, you can commit to stop fighting your past and emotions, and instead begin practicing more confident and optimistic behaviors aligned with your personal values and goals. (Psychology Today)
SOLUTION FOCUSED THERAPY
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is a short-term, goal-oriented, and evidence-based therapeutic approach. It incorporates positive psychology principles to help clients change by constructing solutions rather than focusing on problems. Practitioners develop these solutions by first generating a detailed description of how the client's life will look once the problem is resolved or the situation has improved to a satisfactory degree. The therapist and client then carefully explore the client's life experiences and existing strengths to discover the resources needed to co-construct a practical, sustainable solution that the client can readily implement. (Institute for Solution Focused Therapy)
PROLONGED EXPOSURE THERAPY
Prolonged Exposure (PE) Therapy is a specific type of cognitive behavioral therapy designed to help clients gradually approach trauma-related memories, feelings, and situations. By facing what has been avoided, individuals can reduce symptoms of PTSD and regain a sense of safety and control in their lives. Core components include: • Psychoeducation regarding common reactions to trauma. • In vivo exposure: gradually facing real-life situations that have been avoided. • Imaginal exposure: processing the traumatic memory in a safe, supportive environment.
COUPLES THERAPY
Couples therapy provides a supportive environment for partners to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their emotional bond. My approach focuses on identifying negative interaction patterns and developing healthier ways to relate to one another. Key benefits include: • Enhanced communication and active listening skills. • Deconstruction of recurring arguments and conflict patterns. • Rebuilding trust and deepening emotional intimacy. • Alignment on long-term goals and shared values. Through this process, I utilize The Five Love Languages and principles from the Gottman Institute.