Performance Pressure
I frequently work with individuals who are committed to high achievements, outcomes, and exceptionally high standards. It's no wonder that terms like "Imposter syndrome," "perfectionism," and "burnout" resonate with so many individuals, as they often point to a shared struggle: living a life that strays far from what truly brings us joy and fulfillment. As a result, satisfaction becomes elusive while stress levels soar.
Trauma
Additionally, I have extensive experience working with clients who have endured profoundly challenging experiences that have left them feeling vulnerable, heartbroken, or shattered. These events, whether occurring in adulthood or as far back as childhood, can take on a life of their own, haunting my clients, still hurting them as they struggle to piece themselves back together.
Negative Self-Talk
Some of my clients have become ensnared in patterns of self-destructive narratives, either directed inwardly or projected outwardly. These internal accounts perpetuate sadness or a constant, joyless state. Such stories insidiously whisper to my clients that they are inherently flawed, that they are the cause of their own problems, or that the world is a relentlessly bleak place; these caustic words leave them feeling trapped.
However, there is often a faint, quieter voice within them that longs for change, whispering, "This is not who I am, not who I want to become." My goal is to equip these clients with tools to quiet the loud, critical voice and amplify their more hopeful, realistic inner voice.
Interpersonal Problems
Some clients simply struggle with relationships. They want to learn how to break the ice with people who interest them. They want to learn how to stand up for themselves. They want to learn how others view them, and they wish to strengthen how they see themselves. Sometimes, they want to grow healthy boundaries, perhaps because they guard their hearts too much, or because others’ emotions readily become their own. Sometimes, they just want to learn how to escape their feelings of loneliness.
