Therapy/Counseling
Modern therapy is client driven and goal directed. In the initial sessions, I will listen with compassion and respect as you present the issues troubling you. Many people don’t have a more definite goal than, “I want to feel better.” Together we will create specific goals to focus our time together so you gain the maximum benefit from therapy. We will also harness your strength and desire for personal growth and change and translate it into action and solutions!
We will meet for 45-50 minute sessions. Frequency of sessions will be determined during our first meeting. Sessions are typically scheduled weekly. Depending on your goals for therapy, I may ask you to complete certain activities outside of session. Usually, therapy is discontinued when symptoms and difficult situations have improved. Many people find benefit from the impartial viewpoint and listening ear of their therapist and choose to continue therapy after their initial symptoms are resolved scheduling “tune-up” sessions monthly or quarterly.
The greatest predictor of success in therapy is the relationship we create. I strive to provide a nonjudgmental, caring, safe environment to foster the trust necessary for you to feel comfortable and supported in our therapeutic journey. By the end of the first session, you should have an idea if my style is right for you and if you feel comfortable enough to continue to work with me.
I am a client centered therapist meaning that I respect your pace and your therapeutic goals and comfort levels. I am trained in and primarily use the following treatments:
We will meet for 45-50 minute sessions. Frequency of sessions will be determined during our first meeting. Sessions are typically scheduled weekly. Depending on your goals for therapy, I may ask you to complete certain activities outside of session. Usually, therapy is discontinued when symptoms and difficult situations have improved. Many people find benefit from the impartial viewpoint and listening ear of their therapist and choose to continue therapy after their initial symptoms are resolved scheduling “tune-up” sessions monthly or quarterly.
The greatest predictor of success in therapy is the relationship we create. I strive to provide a nonjudgmental, caring, safe environment to foster the trust necessary for you to feel comfortable and supported in our therapeutic journey. By the end of the first session, you should have an idea if my style is right for you and if you feel comfortable enough to continue to work with me.
I am a client centered therapist meaning that I respect your pace and your therapeutic goals and comfort levels. I am trained in and primarily use the following treatments:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution Focussed Therapy
- Family Systems Therapy
- Structural Family Therapy
Common Treatment Issues
- Anger
- Anxiety
- Foster care and adoption related issues
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional regulation
- Financial stress
- Grief and loss
- Infidelity
- LGBT issues
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Life Transitions:
attending college
birth of children
“empty nest”
retirement
divorce
midlife crisis
- Panic attacks and phobias
- Parenting stress
- Personal growth
- Physical, emotional, and sexual abuse
- Relationship Issues
- Self-esteem
- Self Harm
- Sexuality
- Spirituality
- Stress
Confidentiality and Privacy Policy
The law protects the relationship between a client and a marriage and family therapist, and information cannot be disclosed without written permission.
Exceptions include:
Exceptions include:
- Suspected child abuse or dependent adult or elder abuse, for which I am required by law to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.
- If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person/s, I must notify the police and inform the intended victim.
- If a client intends to harm himself or herself, I will make every effort to enlist their cooperation in ensuring their safety. If they do not cooperate, I will take further measures without their permission that are provided to me by law in order to ensure their safety.
To schedule an appointment call (702) 430-1342 or email desiree@lvmft.com