I believe that most of the issues people struggle with are issues we all face as we seek to create meaningful lives.

I believe in the importance of a good fit between client and therapist, and in addressing together how the work of therapy is helping the client in their day to day life. 

I believe that in the context of an individual’s life experience, their behavior makes sense; or rather, made sense in some context or time in their life.  This approach helps me to avoid pathologizing human beings or their behavior, and instead to be respectful and curious about an individual’s experience. 

I believe that each individual is really the “expert” on their own life and experience, but that often people get stuck in unhelpful ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving, and therapy can help with that.  As well, many people find themselves living and thinking in ways that do not feel authentic, or ways that do not allow them to know and use their talents, strengths, and gifts. 

I work with people to help them come into a fuller appreciation of and access to these often-neglected parts of themselves, as well as to provide opportunities to learn new skills for living when needed.

Lift up the banner of your heart boldly and commit your very next step
to what you love most dearly.
John Fox