Information about Therapy Services during Covid19:
These are unprecedented times!
For many, additional support is beneficial.
I am accepting new clients at this time.
With the ever changing flux of Covid19, services may move from video conferencing and phone to in person. Please inquire for current status.
First Counseling Session: What to Expect
Whether new to therapy or familiar, many people experience nervousness or increased anxiety prior to a first session with a new therapist. As with any new situation or relationship, there is usually a large amount of "unknown" involved so some apprehension is to be expected.
Let me reassure you that my goal in first therapy sessions is to help my clients get comfortable and let them set the pace. This way, we can get to know each other and you can begin to decide if I am the right match for your needs. There is some basic information about my policies, professional guidelines and your privacy rights we will need to discuss. However, most of the time we can devote to talking about who you are and what is important to you.
Generally, we take some time to talk about what motivated a person to seek counseling and what goals of therapy might be. However, some people don't have clear answers to these questions, initially. If this is you, that's perfectly alright. We can explore these topics together over the first few sessions and I can support you in finding answers.
If you have any questions or concerns that come up prior to your first session, please feel free to contact me
Phone: (707) 347-9749
Email: alyssum@sonomarincounseling.com
Couples and Relationship Counseling:
My role as a therapist working with those in relationship is to support the development of long-term solutions for issues that arise. Most couples who come to see me benefit from improving communication and learning a better way to work through conflict. I use a Jungian personality assessment to foster the understanding of each person's unique needs and traits. By laying a foundation of connection, couples gain a more satisfying experience of being in relationship.
Note: Because of the volatile nature of intimate partner violence, if this is a problem in a relationship, Couples and Marriage counseling is not indicated. To receive support with Intimate Partner Violence please see the links below:
https://www.ywcasc.org/
If you need immediate help please call 911
Therapy for Children:
Play therapy is generally employed with children aged 3 through 11 and provides a way for them to express their experiences and feelings through a natural, self-guided, self-healing process. As children’s experiences and knowledge are often communicated through play, it becomes an important vehicle for them to know and accept themselves and others. This approach is common to young children.
For more information please check out the article in the link below:
https://www.a4pt.org/page/PTMakesADifference/Play-Therapy-Makes-a-Difference.htm
Therapy for Children under 13 is currently waitlisted...please contact me for more information and to be placed on list.
These are unprecedented times!
For many, additional support is beneficial.
I am accepting new clients at this time.
With the ever changing flux of Covid19, services may move from video conferencing and phone to in person. Please inquire for current status.
First Counseling Session: What to Expect
Whether new to therapy or familiar, many people experience nervousness or increased anxiety prior to a first session with a new therapist. As with any new situation or relationship, there is usually a large amount of "unknown" involved so some apprehension is to be expected.
Let me reassure you that my goal in first therapy sessions is to help my clients get comfortable and let them set the pace. This way, we can get to know each other and you can begin to decide if I am the right match for your needs. There is some basic information about my policies, professional guidelines and your privacy rights we will need to discuss. However, most of the time we can devote to talking about who you are and what is important to you.
Generally, we take some time to talk about what motivated a person to seek counseling and what goals of therapy might be. However, some people don't have clear answers to these questions, initially. If this is you, that's perfectly alright. We can explore these topics together over the first few sessions and I can support you in finding answers.
If you have any questions or concerns that come up prior to your first session, please feel free to contact me
Phone: (707) 347-9749
Email: alyssum@sonomarincounseling.com
Couples and Relationship Counseling:
My role as a therapist working with those in relationship is to support the development of long-term solutions for issues that arise. Most couples who come to see me benefit from improving communication and learning a better way to work through conflict. I use a Jungian personality assessment to foster the understanding of each person's unique needs and traits. By laying a foundation of connection, couples gain a more satisfying experience of being in relationship.
Note: Because of the volatile nature of intimate partner violence, if this is a problem in a relationship, Couples and Marriage counseling is not indicated. To receive support with Intimate Partner Violence please see the links below:
https://www.ywcasc.org/
If you need immediate help please call 911
Therapy for Children:
Play therapy is generally employed with children aged 3 through 11 and provides a way for them to express their experiences and feelings through a natural, self-guided, self-healing process. As children’s experiences and knowledge are often communicated through play, it becomes an important vehicle for them to know and accept themselves and others. This approach is common to young children.
For more information please check out the article in the link below:
https://www.a4pt.org/page/PTMakesADifference/Play-Therapy-Makes-a-Difference.htm
Therapy for Children under 13 is currently waitlisted...please contact me for more information and to be placed on list.
