Services

Child (and Family) Therapy

I take a psychodynamic, behavioral approach when assessing clients. This means looking at underlying emotions (both positive and negative) that come from life experiences. Your child will be observed by me and you will educate me on how he or she shows his or her emotions in the world and at home. You will teach me what your parenting styles are and what works or does not work with your particular child. Every kid (and individual, really) has their own temperament. It is key to learn what each person’s temperament is to best treat and/or work with them.

You and your child will learn effective, positive ways to communicate with one another, express your feelings and emotions to one another, and learn effective coping strategies (skills) to better manage life’s stressors. Behavioral Therapy is effective and works. Your child wants and really needs to be understood, as do you.
From a Behavioral and Cognitive Behavioral standpoint, you and your child will create 1 to 3 treatment goals to work towards throughout our work together. Your child will learn effective ways to regulate and express feelings and emotions and know when to use a coping skill. Your child’s beliefs and behaviors will be challenged so that they can learn to change what they’ve known this far in life. Positive behavior change influences positive relationships. Sessions will start on a weekly basis and move to every 2, every 3, or even 1 time per month as treatment continues. The timeline is yours and your child’s. We will work together to build a relationship that goes at the speed necessary for your particular needs.

Parents involvement in Child Therapy is key. I have more recently begun doing more work with parents since becoming a parent myself. I say I was blessed with the 2 children that I have to be a better Behavioral Therapist (they challenge me daily)!

Schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation today by calling 919-438-2941 or email me at info@breathets.com

Adolescent Therapy

The adolescent brain is developing SO much. There is no wonder they have so many ups and downs! They are discovering who they are as individuals and where they fit in the world. Having a person outside of the family to talk with is so beneficial for them.

My approach with adolescents is very open and accepting, while providing the guidance they need. They are guided by their parents, but children are more resistant to their parent telling them “what to do”. I want to help you build a better relationship with your child in order for them to grow and flourish the way they deserve.

I use a Psychodynamic approach with Cognitive Behavioral and Behavioral Therapy techniques. Those two techniques help modify current and past thinking patterns and behaviors to be more effective and rational. Your child will learn effective, positive coping skills and ways to regulate their emotions.

Adolescents want and need love and attention more than we realize or than they would like to admit. The push back they give does not always mean they actually want to be left alone. Let’s figure out what will work best for you and your child by working together towards a common goal.

Schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation at 919-438-2941 or email info@breathets.com

Adult Individual Therapy

You will meet with me for your first appointment for anywhere from 60 to 90 minutes. The main goal of each session is for you to leave feeling better than you when you arrived.

The first session will be your time to tell me the following:

Current issues/stressors/symptoms/behaviors
Your strengths, weaknesses, and desires
Brief “synopsis” of your childhood, your teenage years, young adulthood
Family relationships
Substance/Alcohol Use history and current
Your Accomplishments
Future goals

I take a Psychodynamic and Behavioral approach when assessing clients. This means looking at underlying emotions (both positive and negative) that come from life experiences. You will educate me on how you manage your emotions, cope with stress, and communicate with others. You can tell me what has or has not worked for you (ex: some people do not like to meditate). Every individual is unique and complex; therefore, it is key to learn what approach will work for you while working with me.

I work with individuals experiencing depressive symptoms, a range of anxiety symptoms, life transitions, relationship issues, family dynamic issues, work-related problems, and short term goal making for personal improvement and growth. I also do a great deal of parenting work, as I am also a child and adolescent therapist.

Schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation at 919-438-2941 or email info@breathets.com