Individual Therapy
Life transitions
Life transitions can be particularly challenging for high-functioning, successful professionals like yourself as the pressure to maintain performance and productivity often collides with the need to adapt to change. Whether it's a career shift, relocation, a personal milestone or a loss, these transitions can stir up a mix of emotions and uncertainties. I recognize that even amidst success, transitions can trigger deep-seated fears and anxieties.
Individuals struggling with life transitions often find themselves wrestling with:
Questions of identity and purpose, as transitions can disrupt familiar routines and challenge established roles.
Heightened stress levels and feelings of overwhelm or burnout due to the demand to excel professionally while adjusting to new circumstances.
Relationship difficulties while striving to balance competing demands and responsibilities in the midst of a life transition.
In therapy, our focus will be on providing you with an empathetic and non-judgmental space to explore your experiences and navigate the complexities of change. We will delve into the underlying emotions and patterns that may be influencing your response to transitions. Together, we will work to develop coping strategies, enhance self-awareness, and foster resilience and the confidence to navigate life transitions with greater ease and confidence. You don't have to face these challenges alone—I'm here to support you every step of the way.
High functioning anxiety
Individuals struggling with high functioning anxiety often come to see me because they feel very different on the inside from the way they are perceived on the outside.
Do these stories sound familiar?
You work so hard and everyone around you admires you. But deep down, you believe you need to be perfect to be loved. You never feel like you’re enough. The broken record in your head says “I need to try harder. I’m an imposter.”
You can’t say no out of fear of being judged, and you find yourself constantly overworked. You carry the weight of the world on your shoulders and when something goes wrong, you tell yourself it’s all your fault.
Your friends, family and coworkers are all amazed at how calm and in control you are but on the inside you’re freaking out. “If they knew what a mess I actually am, they would probably fire me/leave me/reject me.”
You’re the kind of person who can get the job done, but when it comes to figuring out how to feel better, you’re not sure where to start.
I can help.
International Professionals
Having first-hand experience with the multifaceted nature of these experiences, I specialize in providing tailored support to professionals seeking to thrive amidst career demands.
Navigating the demanding landscape of international organizations involves managing complex projects, adapting to diverse cultural contexts, and coping with the pressures of personal and professional roles. You may be experiencing feeling of grief, burnout, imposter syndrome and other struggles impacting both your personal and professional life.
I offer a safe and confidential space where you can explore these challenges with empathy and expertise. Collaboratively, we'll address underlying issues, enhance coping skills, and foster resilience, empowering you to overcome obstacles and achieve balance, fulfillment, and effectiveness both personally and professionally.
Trauma
I understand the profound impact that trauma can have on high-functioning professionals like yourself. I am here to provide you with a safe and affirming space where we can explore your experiences with skill, compassion, and curiosity. I will also provide psychoeducation about how trauma affects the brain and how neuroplasticity allows the brain to rewire from surviving to thriving.
Together, we'll explore the effects of trauma on your mind, body, and relationships, without you getting re-traumatized in the process. Whether you're struggling with distressing symptoms, intrusive thoughts and images, or difficulties in interpersonal relationships, I'm dedicated to helping you hold all of your feelings, find relief, and reclaim control over your life.
LGBTQ+
High-functioning anxiety, traumatic experiences, life transitions, and relationship issues can present significant challenges for LGBTQ+ identified individuals, especially when navigating the complexities of identity, societal expectations, and career demands. I understand the multifaceted nature of these experiences and the impact they can have on mental health and well-being.
I can help if you are experiencing any of the following:
Persistent worry, perfectionism, and an overwhelming sense of pressure to excel in both personal and professional domains.
High anxiety, hypervigilance, mistrust, and difficulty in forming and maintaining intimate connections due to past experiences of discrimination or bullying.
Heightened stress and uncertainty in the midst of life transitions, such as career changes or relationship shifts, that impact mental health and resilience.
In therapy, our focus will be on providing a safe and affirming space for us to explore and process these experiences. We will work collaboratively to identify and address underlying patterns, beliefs, and emotions that may be contributing to anxiety and trauma responses. I'm here to support you in reclaiming your strength, resilience, and sense of well-being.
If you are experiencing an emergency:
Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to reach a 24-hour crisis center
Text MHA to 741741
Call 911, or
Go to the nearest emergency room.