You are not broken; that’s the starting point.

Therapy is a personalized journey tailored just for you, where support and guidance meet discovery and growth. It’s the first step to calming your mind and unpacking the overwhelming emotions that have been sitting on your shoulders, holding you back. Here, you’ll face the things you've been avoiding out of fear and uncertainty, all while learning to let go of the exhausting desire to control every little thing. With each session, you'll build trust in yourself and explore new strategies to set boundaries without guilt. Imagine feeling the confidence to express your needs and get them met in healthy, fulfilling ways. This is your journey of the self, through the self, to the self.

We dive deep into understanding your current habits of mind. Through tools like mindfulness and self-reflection, you’ll start to notice patterns that might be holding you back. It’s like turning on the lights in a dimly lit room; here’s how:

1. Develop Awareness: Together, we’ll identify the situations, feelings, or thoughts that trigger unwanted behaviors. This step is like being a detective in your own life—enlightening the patterns of your stress or anxiety.

2. Non-Judgmental Stance: Noticing without judgment, finding acceptance, and being with what is without immediately rushing to change things. This takes a lot of practice and self-compassion. It is essential; I’ll teach you how.

3. Practice New Skills and Brain Change: We’ll explore healthy coping skills tailored just for you. Whether it’s mindfulness exercises, breathing techniques, or creative outlets, together we’ll build your toolbox for life's little (or big) hurtles.

4. Setting Achievable Goals: We'll break changes into bite-sized pieces by setting realistic and achievable goals. Think of it as building your own staircase—one step at a time leads you to the top without overwhelming you!

5. Accountability: Regular check-ins and support are key. I’ll be here to celebrate your wins, no matter how small, and help you navigate any setbacks. Together, we become a dream team on a mission for your mental wellness!

6. Building your Natural and Community Support: As you make progress, we’ll review what’s working and look to build the rest of your team. This allows you to stay flexible and adapt; it’s the long-term plan for your success after therapy is no longer needed.

7. Celebrate Your Success: Finally, let’s take a moment to celebrate your achievements! Recognizing progress, big or small, reinforces positive change and keeps the motivation high. When we are climbing the mountain, it’s important to stop, breathe, look back, and enjoy the view of how far you’ve come!

By following these simple steps, you can expect results that lead to lasting change. The journey of self-transformation is a tough and rewarding process, you deserve to invest in you!