“Resilience is not a trait that you either have or do not have. It is a set of strategies that can be learned and practiced by anyone”
In 2017 I had significant health issues which eventually led to the curiosity in Eastern treatment approaches. The integration of Western and Eastern approaches helped me uncover a level of acceptance— even in the midst of life's continuous turbulences. These experiences helped me recognize the consequences of viewing my mind, body, and spirit as separate entities.
My Story.
Instead, these experiences guided me to embrace and work towards accepting the full experience of life, even during its most challenging moments. While we each have our unique differences, we also share commonalities. My goal is to help others discover what approaches work best for them… There is no one-size-fits-all approach.
My Approach.
As the CEO and founder of Tides, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in various inpatient, outpatient, and non-profit settings. My goal is to create a space that fosters a therapeutic relationship, meeting you wherever you are.
I believe in empowering individuals to feel safe enough to discover their potential and create the life they desire. There is great value in taking a holistic approach, which emphasizes interconnectedness and the belief that all parts of a person can influence each other. This includes considering their mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.
It is not a requirement to feel or be “spiritual” here at Tides of Totality. Holistic approaches are grounded in evidence-based modalities and tailored to your unique needs. As your therapist, I will respect and honor your beliefs and preferences, ensuring a treatment experience that aligns with what works best for you.
Treatment Approaches
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Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) are both designed to help people manage stress and improve their mental health through mindfulness practices like meditation, body scans, and gentle yoga.
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Psychotherapy that emphasizes the individual's potential for growth and self-actualization
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of talk therapy that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that are negatively impacting their lives.
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Form of psychotherapy that focuses on exploring the fundamental questions of human existence.
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Psychodynamic therapy focuses on understanding how your unconscious mind, past experiences (especially from childhood), and deep-seated patterns influence your current thoughts, emotions, and behaviors
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Motivational interviewing (MI) is a client-centered counseling approach that helps individuals explore and resolve ambivalence about change, fostering intrinsic motivation and self-efficacy to achieve desired behavioral changes.
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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people improve their relationships by identifying, understanding, and reshaping emotional responses—especially those tied to attachment needs
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Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a type of mental health therapy that helps you acknowledge your relationship with your thoughts and feelings. Learning to embrace feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions aligned with your values.
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Gestalt therapy is a humanistic psychotherapy approach that emphasizes self-awareness, self-acceptance, and the present moment, focusing on the client's immediate experiences and how they relate to their environment and relationships.
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Interpersonal therapy (IPT) is a structured, time-limited psychotherapy that focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and social functioning to relieve symptoms of mental health conditions, particularly depression.
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Trauma-informed care is a framework that recognizes and responds to the effects of trauma on individuals, emphasizing physical, psychological, and emotional safety, and empowering survivors to rebuild control and promote healing.
Together, we will determine the type of therapy that best suits your needs.
A Bit More About Me:
Future Mini-Farmer
Ever since I was little, I envisioned owning land and just a few animals!
My Summer Tradition
My favorite time of the year is camping in Michigan —a tradition that began with two families in 1973 and has since grown into 20+ families and friends.
Big Dreams, Smart Steps
I have a deep love for learning and asking thought-provoking questions, sometimes to the point of getting lost in the unknown. I’m constantly working to balance my grand ambition with a healthy dose of pragmatic caution.