Individual Therapy
In-person and Virtual Therapy in Shorewood, WI
“You don’t have to do it alone. We were never meant to.” -Brené Brown
You don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. Therapy gives you the space and time to prioritize your well-being and explore what’s beneath the surface. These 50 minute one-on-one sessions provide a personalized space for you to work towards your goals through a holistic lens and with evidence-based treatment modalities that are proven effective.
Treatment Modalities Used:
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Relational therapy emphasizes the importance of relationships as the central component to emotional well-being and personal growth. It explores how past and present relationship dynamics shape a person’s sense of self and helps clients develop more authentic, mutual, and fulfilling connections with others, and with their therapist in the here and now.
The therapeutic relationship itself becomes a mirror for the client’s relational patterns and inner world.
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Attachment-based therapy focuses on understanding how early relationships with caregivers shape the way we connect, trust, and regulate emotions in adulthood. It helps individuals build healthier patterns of relating by fostering safety, emotional attunement, and secure connections both within themselves and in their current relationships.
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IFS is a therapeutic approach that views the mind as made up of different “parts,” each with its own feelings, beliefs, and roles that developed to protect us from pain.
The goal of IFS is to help people access their core self—a calm, compassionate inner presence—so they can understand, heal, and harmonize their parts rather than be controlled by them.
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CBT focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It helps individuals identify and challenge unhelpful or distorted thought patterns, replacing them with more balanced and realistic perspectives. Through structured techniques and practical exercises, CBT supports clients in developing coping skills, reducing distress, and creating meaningful behavioral changes in their daily lives.
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DBT combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness principles to help individuals manage intense emotions and improve relationships. It teaches skills in four key areas—mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness—supporting clients in finding balance between acceptance and change.
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Somatic-based therapy focuses on the connection between the mind and body, recognizing that emotional experiences are often held and expressed physically. By bringing awareness to bodily sensations, tension, and movement, clients can access and release stored emotions, regulate their nervous system, and restore a sense of safety and presence in the body.
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Mindfulness-based therapy integrates mindfulness practices to help clients develop present-moment awareness and a nonjudgmental attitude toward their thoughts and emotions. By learning to observe experiences rather than react to them, clients cultivate greater emotional regulation, self-compassion, and resilience in the face of stress.
My therapeutic values are integrated into every session because you deserve the best care.
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We will address all aspects of oneself making connections between your mind, body, and environment to better understand the root causes of your struggles and create a more balanced and integrated path to healing.
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Together we are a team, which means we will work together to identify goals and create a plan of action that feels right for you. By working together, this allows us to build a supportive and empowering relationship where you feel truly heard and involved in your healing process.
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I use techniques and strategies that have been proven effective by research and application. These approaches help ensure that the work we do together is not only meaningful but also scientifically supported to provide positive and lasting change.
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Creating a safe and supporting environment to process the most difficult experiences and emotions is my top priority.
How I believe Change Happens in Therapy:
In my view, change in therapy happens slowly and often in ways that aren’t immediately visible. It’s a relational process that unfolds over time, where trust and connection with your therapist allows deeper layers of healing to occur. Sometimes, shifts are happening beneath the surface, outside of our conscious awareness. These shifts are part of the process, and while they may not always be obvious in the moment, they create lasting changes in how we see ourselves, how we navigate our relationships, and how we take in the world around us. Change can come from simply feeling heard and validated and by identifying new perspectives, building self-awareness, and understanding your behaviors in a safe, nonjudgmental space. It’s through this gradual, unfolding process—through understanding, practice, and reflection—that true transformation takes place, helping us reconnect to our authentic selves and move forward with more clarity and confidence. Let’s get started!