As someone with a history of complex trauma and addiction, I have an "expert" understanding of how scary and difficult the healing journey can be, what is required, and how important it is that we go at your pace.

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As a trauma-informed therapist, I understand that trauma affects us holistically and must be treated through an integrative approach beyond talk-centered therapy. Recovery from trauma is the ability to live in the present without being overwhelmed by the thoughts and feelings of the past. I use strength and empowerment-focused perspectives to promote resilience while reducing re-traumatization risk.

 

I provide alternative approaches to the 12-step model of recovery, as I do not believe that we are powerless over our addiction. I believe that no two people are alike and that everyone has their own unique experiences. My treatment plans are custom-tailored, consisting of various behavioral techniques from a wide range of treatment modalities that specifically suit each person’s needs and goals.

 

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