INDIVIDUALS

Topics of exploration might include stress management techniques, how being labeled as gifted has impacted self-esteem, relationships with family, friends, or co-workers, identifying personal strengths, handling disappointment and fear of failure.

COUPLES

In a couple where one or both people are gifted, there can be additional challenges and stressors. While couples tend to seek counseling when they are having difficulties, therapy can also be useful in exploring relationships before challenges arise. Discussion of each person’s views on topics such as money, sex, work, friends, and family can be useful in the early stages of a relationship as well. As a therapist, my job is to help facilitate these conversations, not to determine “who’s right”. Couples work can be challenging but also a way strengthen your relationship proactively.

TEENS

I have a particular interest in working with teens and young adults and therefore sought that out in my training and internship experiences. This can be a difficult, stressful time for many, trying to juggle school, activities, friends, and family life. Having an adult that they can talk to in a non-judgmental, neutral environment can be very helpful. Of specific interest to me is working with gifted and talented children and I offer groups as well as individual sessions. See “groups” for more information.