Therapy doesn’t have to feel cold, clinical, and like you’re talking to a robot who nods passively. I’m an empathetic, strength-based, client-centered therapist on a mission to help you master your mental health. I use my personal and professional experience and knowledge to help you go from stuck to unstuck.
My overall goal is to make things easy and accessible. I want to break things down in an easy to understand way that leaves you feeling like you have a clear idea of where to go and what to try next. My approach consists of validation, psycho-education, and expanding your comfort zone by gently challenging you. I will support you in pushing your limits, while also teaching you to respect those limits by finding a balance between rest and challenge. I work with YOU as the expert on your own life. We’ll work together to apply new coping strategies, explore different perspectives, and focus on the strengths you bring into the therapy room.
Because there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to therapy, I use a mix of CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), mindfulness, Gestalt therapy, psychodynamic therapy and attachment theory. I work with those experiencing depression, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, anger, trauma, panic disorder/panic attacks, eating disorders, relationship issues and general life stressors.
We are all worthy and deserving of a fulfilling life. In my work as a psychologist, I want to empower you to believe this simple truth and trust that you are capable of creating true and lasting change.
Qualifications and Experience
- Two-year master’s degree in Social Science Administration with a focus on therapeutic techniques (Honors; USA)
- Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Mindfulness from Case Western Reserve University (USA)
- Trained in “Safe Zone” training and trauma-informed care from Case Western Reserve University and Northcoast Behavioral (USA)
- Anger management group facilitator and behavioral health specialist at The Free Medical Clinic of Greater Cleveland (USA)
- Crisis Interventionist and Supervisor/Trainer at a suicide helpline with Townhall II (USA)
- Domestic Violence Specialist at Safer Futures (USA)
- Certification in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing from Royal Berkshire College of Clinical Hypnosis
- Attachment Theory in Clinical Practice from Capital Knowledge
- Hypno-oncology Masterclass- Interventions for the Cancer Journey, accredited by the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC)
- Publications: Gilman, T. L., Shaheen, R., Nylocks, K. M., Halachoff, D., Chapman, J., Flynn, J. J., Matt, L.M. & Coifman, K. G. (2017). A film set for the elicitation of emotion in research: A comprehensive catalog derived from four decades of investigation. Behavior research methods, 49(6), 2061-2082.
Testimonials
“I wanted to thank you so much. Since I’ve gotten to Bahrain I’ve had wonderful people like you that made me become the person that I wanted to become, and have helped me so much that for the first time in a long time, I actually feel true happiness in my heart. You are truly a real cape-less hero! You aren’t only a great psychologist, but you are also a fantastic and wonderful person! Thank you for making me see what a truly wonderful person I really am :)”
“I’d like to thank you for always listening to me rant on with no judgement, regardless of the fact I’d swear and blare out completely nonsense. I found solace in talking to you about things I have never been able to before, and for that I am forever grateful. Although I am someone who was actively seeking help and arguably easier to deal with because of that – you really helped me understand how to look at the world in a new light!”