For the majority of my career I’ve used a modality called Internal Family Systems.
IFS holds the premise that our mind is a system of parts. We all have conflict between parts, but when conflict grows too strong we become overwhelmed by stress, heavy emotions, disconnection from who we are, and potentially disease in the body.
As a natural seeker, I studied many forms of therapy, but discovering IFS was life changing. I’ve found it to be the most effective approach.
WORKING WITH ME
My clients discover a sense of space and freedom from the parts of themselves that were in conflict at the beginning of therapy.
Some common parts I help: Harsh inner critics, low self esteem, avoidance, perfectionism, high achieving, procrastination, hopelessness, low motivation, anxiety, obsessions and compulsions, self-harming behaviors, addiction, and grief.
Together we come to understand and unburden the parts that might get labeled as “problems” and then we help the more vulnerable, sometimes hidden parts of ourselves.
It’s an incredible experience to witness a client's inner world transform. When the inner world begins to shift, the outer world follows. Life falls into alignment and the true Self shows up. My style is a balance of active listening, holding space, and intervening with curiosity, compassion and confidence. Often clients feel they are “in the flow” and time passes quickly without notice.
I completed all IFS advanced trainings and I was on staff as a program assistant in 2013. I received my certification from the IFS Institute in 2015.
IN PERSON
In person therapy offered in downtown Carrboro. Easily accessible from Chapel Hill and the Triangle Area.
I offer both long term and shorter term targeted therapy.
TELETHERAPY
Teletherapy is offered via video and phone for individual adults in North Carolina and California.
Teletherapy for individual adults in California LCSW #24306. Teletherapy for individual adults in North Carolina LCSW #C015109.
Individual Psychotherapy 60 mins $240
I reserve a certain number of spots in my practice for sliding scale fees.
Finding the right therapist match is a must for a successful outcome.
I recommend having consultations with multiple therapists to best determine the right fit. I offer a 15 minute phone introduction call, free of charge.