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Colleen’s approach to counseling is integrative and rooted in a holistic understanding of each individual. Her primary goal is to create a compassionate space where clients feel safe to release stress, heal, and engage in non-judgmental self-exploration. Colleen’s person-centered philosophy emphasizes each client’s innate strengths, empowering them to apply insights gained in therapy to their lives and relationships. She respects each client as the expert on their own life, weaving their unique culture, experiences, and goals into a personalized treatment plan.
Colleen incorporates evidence-based modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing, adapting techniques to meet the client’s specific needs. She is also skilled in mindfulness and meditation practices, helping clients stay grounded, supported, and at peace—fostering self-compassion and setting a foundation for lasting change.
Years of Experience: 4 years
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Family issues - Promoting communication and supporting family members to address challenges and reduce conflict and distress
Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating
Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect
Sexual health & dysfunction - Addressing emotional, physical, and biological concerns related to sexual intimacy and functioning; education and skill building around topics such as erectile dysfunction, orgasms, low libido, shame, and history of abuse; improving communication to realize a fulfilling sex life
Women's issues - Therapy tailored to common concerns among women; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges, stressors, and questions around identity as a woman
Please note that at this time, I'm unable to accept Medicare or Medicaid plans.