Trust
One of the most important elements of a successful working alliance between you and your therapist is trust.
Especially when it comes to online therapy, that is why I follow HIPAA confidentiality standards for my practice in an effort to make our sessions a safe space where vulnerability is not only welcome but encouraged.
And even with HIPAA compliance and a transparent list of all the tools I use in my practice, trust is not a given. Trust is built and established over time and will help us reach our therapeutic goals.
Curiosity
I will listen to you with endless curiosity, it is my passion to help you explore yourself with curious attention to detail.
You already took the first step towards knowing yourself better and curiosity is a primordial tool that will help you in your journey to understand where your symptoms come from.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or anything else that's preventing you from achieving your full potential, we'll work together toward understanding them by using our curiosity and daring to ask ourselves uncomfortable questions.
Empathy
Empathy is not about putting myself in your shoes, no therapist can truly feel what you feel nor process it the same, but we can most definitely care about our patients.
Fun fact: brains are like fingerprints, they are unique, YOU are unique!
You have your own way to feel and process thoughts and emotions, and although I can't replicate that myself, you can be certain that I will care. I am here to listen and care about everything you have to say.
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