Self-Care
I believe self-care is not a luxury, but a foundational element of emotional well-being and personal growth. In therapy, we can explore self-care not just as a set of practices, but as a mindset—one that honors inner resources and fosters inner resilience. It’s about learning to listen to yourself with compassion, to recognize what nourishes you, and to make choices that support your healing and wholeness. The key elements I focus on in my practice are: Sleep, Water, Food, Movement, Social, and “Me”. Each of these elements, when given attention and care, contribute to your overall well-being, both physically and emotionally.
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Whether you're navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, or a major life transition, self-care can be a powerful act of healing and building self-respect. It’s not always easy, especially when life feels overwhelming. But this is when self-care is even more important to practice. Small, intentional acts of care can create meaningful shifts in how you relate to yourself and the world around you.
As a psychologist, I view self-care as an essential part of the therapeutic relationship. When both client and therapist are grounded in care and presence, the work becomes more authentic, connected, and effective. Together, we’ll explore what self-care looks like for you—practically and meaningfully—so that it becomes a sustainable part of your life. My goal is to help you recognize self-care as a path to building a relationship with yourself, a journey that is rooted in kindness, respect, and trust.
Meditation is not about feeling a certain way. It's about feeling the way you feel.
JON KABAT ZINN
Mindfulness
Mindfulness can take many forms and meanings, depending on one’s background, beliefs, and needs. Here, we approach mindfulness in a way that’s gentle, flexible, and open to interpretation. For the purposes of this page, mindfulness is the practice of bringing gentle, non-judgmental awareness to the present moment. It invites us to slow down, notice our thoughts and emotions, and connect with our inner experience. In a world that often pulls us in many directions, mindfulness offers a way to return to ourselves—with clarity, compassion, and intention.
In therapy, mindfulness can be a powerful tool for change. It helps us become more aware of patterns that no longer serve us and creates space for new ways of responding. Whether you're working through trauma, anxiety, grief, or navigating a life transition, mindfulness can support emotional regulation, deepen self-understanding, and foster resilience.
As a psychologist, I may integrate mindfulness into the therapeutic process—not as a one-size-fits-all solution, or with my own personal agenda, but as an evolving, supportive practice that meets you where you are. Together, we may explore mindfulness through simply learning to pause and notice, becoming aware of the body, or in breathwork. Over time, these practices can become a steady foundation for healing, growth, and a more connected inner life.