In
my work as a clinical
psychologist, I help people understand who they are and how
to make their lives
work
better.
I
love working with anyone
who truly wants to learn about themselves and to grow. I particularly
enjoy smart,
quirky people who
feel like they don’t quite fit in. Sensitivity, intense feelings,
and complex thinking are celebrated here! I
work well with
people
who want
to break out of the constraints
of
rigid cultural or societal expectations. There
are many reasons why people feel as if they do not belong; as
if they are not doing life quite
right.
Things
feel harder for them, or they lack a sense of meaning or connection.
Being accurately seen and truly understood is
something that some people have
never
experienced.
Through
either ongoing psychotherapy or formal psychological evaluations
(testing), I work collaboratively with clients to answer questions
and build skills. People learn to differentiate their true self and
desires from the masks they have put on to survive. They develop a
cohesive conceptual understanding of why they face particular
challenges. Clarifying truth from the erroneous stories people
learned in childhood is a life changer. Clarity and a stronger sense
of self opens doors to changing emotions, behaviors, relationships,
and lifelong patterns that no longer serve.
We
can train the brain away from anxiety and overwhelm, increase
joy, and heighten a sense of confidence and competence.
People can learn to regulate their emotions, thoughts and behavior,
so that they can create the life they want. This can result in
physical healing of chronic conditions as well as emotional healing.
We do not need to be victims of our wiring or our experiences.
My
practice is informed by my
study of lifelong
human development,
and
a
deep understanding of
the
impact of neurodivergence,
attachment,
and trauma. Integrity, empathic understanding, and respect are the
tenants of my work
(along with years of study,
training, and experience).
We
live in a challenging society that encourages self-doubt
and stepping
away from our
true, creative, beautiful selves (regardless of neurology, ability,
race, gender, or any other details). My life's work is to help
people understand and celebrate themselves exactly how they are,
while
learning to manage in the world.
I
wish you all the best on your quest for healing and in all your
endeavors.
Safe
travels,
Tiffany
(She/Her)