Therapy is extremely valuable in managing personal growth, relationships, and the many difficult life situations causing you emotional pain. Using effective, gentle therapy techniques, I provide different perspectives on complicated problems and guide you to a solution that works for you and your specific needs. I specialize in treatment of a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, and have helped clients feel better, even resolve, many challenges, including those listed below.
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My Specialties
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Am I overwhelmed by that unrelenting inner critic? Will I ever stop seeking their approval? How do I improve my respect and relationship with my own self?
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Can I navigate this new situation comfortably? How am I adjusting to this transition?
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Are my relationships healthy? How do we build trust after infidelity? We used to be close, what happened? Do I feel heard and understood by my partner? Am I tired of arguing?
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Am I constantly on edge or overwhelmed with worry? Is there a way to manage this stress? Does my need for reassurance push them away? Do I have the power to create an inner life equal to the comfort of the lifestyle I enjoy?
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Will I ever see a sunny day? Do I feel like I’m in a fog-disconnected, numb, or guilty? Do people look at me and think I have it all when on the inside I am feeling devastating emotional pain and stress? Am I losing hope?
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Why did I say that when I know it’s not good for me? What was I doing when I for sure know better? Will I ever break this cycle? Can I ever forgive myself?
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Is shame, guilt, anger, fear, competition, or jealousy overwhelming me? I live surrounded by beauty and luxury...why am I still feeling so bad inside? How can I shake these painful feelings?
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Substance Abuse – Am I watching the clock for my first drink of the day? Have I been overdoing it? Am I showing up for responsibilities as my best self? Has the substance become a priority?
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Am I ready for freedom? Am I ready for a happy and healthy life?
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Why can’t we get along? We used to be close, what happened?
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Does my past haunt me? How can I learn to let go of these painful memories? Is there healing after this trauma?
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Do I have healthy boundaries? Is my behavior best for me? In reality, am I helping or hurting the situation? How can I be an enabler when it’s not intentional? Do I put their needs before my own? Do I fear rejection?
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Am I anxious about the aging process? What limitations do I fear growing older? How can I create a fulfilling and satisfying life in older years? Is dementia changing the dynamic?
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Is loss overwhelming me? How will I ever go on? Is there a way to let go of this persistent sadness? Since they are gone, have I been struggling with anger, guilt or acceptance?
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Am I challenged by the demands of a loved one? Am I overwhelmed with responsibility for others? Can I put myself first without feeling guilty? Are my needs going unmet?
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Do I regret saying, or doing, that? Where are these outbursts coming from? Why does everything annoy me? Why can’t they do what I want?
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Am I bothered by distressing thoughts and urges? Is there a continuous loop playing in my head? It seems my brain has a mind of its own, how will I ever stop ruminating?
“Working with Sara is the sole reason I have a happy, healthy relationship and why I’m sticking up for myself”
- Client Quote