Emily S.

Introduction: Let's talk it over... Good for you, reaching out for support! You are taking a big, worthwhile step. I'm a licensed psychotherapist working with adult individuals and couples. I have over 13 years experience and work with issues involving anxiety, stress, depression, grief, life transitions and relationships. I provide a safe space to explore and process the feelings and issues you are experiencing. It's not about getting rid of your feelings but rather learning how to manage them in a more healthy way. It's usually best to work through your issues rather than ignore them or try and push them aside. I want to help you or you and your partner lead a more fulfilling and joyful life. If you are interested, our sessions can also focus on the mind-body connection which allows me to help you achieve the body's relaxation response - relaxed body with a calm, alert, mind. Research has shown the body's relaxation response has a myriad of health benefits! This includes helping in the reduction of pain, stress, anxiety, fatigue and irritability. It's shown to help lower blood pressure and stress hormone levels in our bodies. It helps to increase energy, motivation, productivity, and improve decision-making abilities. It's what I like to call, "Calm Energy." I also offer a 4 session series of talk-then-walk where you will learn Mindful Walking and get the added benefits of being outside and moving your body a bit. It usually consists of 35 minutes talk inside/15 minutes walk outside. Mindful Walking is done at a nice, slow pace and another wonderful way of managing stress, anxiety and keeping you more connected in the moments of your life. It continues the theme of working with both mind and body and can be viewed as a more active form of meditation. Ask me about my brief workshop or one-on-one sessions teaching Calm Energy -helping to reduce stress, increase energy, as well as productivity. Look forward to hearing from you and don't forget to Breathe!