:: About counseling

My approach is growth orientated, building on an individual's strength, successes and positive experiences, while acknowledging and addressing the influence of the past. I believe that it is essential to develop a supportive, caring, honest relationship based on respect in order to assist an individual in meeting their self-defined goals.

Counseling is a process, and together we will determine how often and how long you continue in counseling. Of course you may choose at any time to discontinue your counseling sessions. The reasons why people choose to end therapy vary--their goals have been reached, their life circumstances have changed, they are satisfied or dissatisfied with their progress, etc.

I encourage you at any time to discuss candidly with me your feelings about how counseling is proceeding as well as any thoughts you may have about ending. I will always be willing to provide you with feedback, recommendations or, if desired, referrals to other qualified therapists.

I assure you that every effort is made to handle your concerns in a sensitive, caring and professional manner.

The counseling relationships I have occupy a position of importance in my life. If you choose to enter into counseling with me, I will strive to use my professional skills to assist you in any way I can. Please do not hesitate to ask me questions you may have about any of these policies or anything else regarding our work together.