Individual Therapy
I work with people from all over the world who wish to:
have better ways of managing problematic thoughts, emotions or behaviors
nurture better relationship with themselves
improve interpersonal relationships
find deeper meaning in their lives
process difficult or painful personal or collective experiences
Specialty Areas
Trauma & PTSD
Sometimes the events that happen to us rattle our nervous and emotional systems to the point that if feels difficult to recover. Professional support can help you heal from trauma and regain a sense of safety, stability and control.
Grief & Loss
Grieving a loss is part of the human experience, but when the emotions that come from our grief feel too heavy or difficult to manage, you can reach out to a professional to help you through the process of bereavement.
Eco-anxiety
Our relationship to nature can bring up many emotions, from feelings of connection and wellbeing to grief and anxiety around the devastating effects of climate change and the ecological crisis. Climate Aware therapy can support you manage eco-anxiety and offer the tools to develop a sense of agency and resilience.
Self-Esteem & Empowerment
There are many ways to improve your self-esteem and build up a sense of empowerment. Working with a professional can help you develop a more realistic and authentic view of your qualities, resources, and abilities, fostering greater confidence in facing life’s challenges and making choices that feel more aligned with who you are.
walk & talk therapy
Walk and Talk Therapy is a form of psychotherapy that is conducted outdoors while walking. When possible, it takes place in natural settings – be it a city park or areas farther from urban settings. The goal is to be outdoors, to have the body in movement, and to weave our connection to nature into the therapy session to maximize benefits to wellbeing and the therapeutic process and to nurture our relationship with the natural world.
My Approach
I draw from different approaches to therapy that have been proven to be effective, and tailor therapy based on the needs and strengths of my clients.
The main frameworks I incorporate into my work are:
Psychodynamic & Attachment Theory
Understanding the deeper, sometimes unknown or unconscious roots of thoughts, behaviors and emotions, and how these may be connected to early childhood relationships.
transcultural psychotherapy
Acknowledging that the society and culture we live in affects our mental health, the way we relate to the world around us, and the freedom we have to strive for self-determination.
Existential and Humanistic Psychology
Connecting with our potential for growth, finding authentic meaning in life, and developing a sense of purpose.
Strategic Therapy
Enabling change in behavior and thought-patterns by building on evidence-based tools and strategies, i.e. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Mindfulness and Somatic Work
Cultivating a deeper connection between mind and body by developing awareness of physical sensations and learning to listen to the body as a source of understanding, self-awareness, and insight into our emotions, needs, and lived experiences.
Parts Work
Exploring the different parts of ourselves that hold emotions, beliefs, needs, and protective strategies; developing greater self-understanding and compassion by building a more balanced and harmonious relationship with our inner experiences.
Positive Psychology
Highlighting the strengths each client brings with them and leveraging these to increase well-being and life-satisfaction.
Trauma Informed Therapy
Being sensitive to how trauma history impacts emotions, thoughts, physical symptoms and relationships; leveraging the human potential for post-traumatic growth.
eco-psychology
Recognising that our relationship with the natural world is deeply connected to our mental and emotional well-being, and supporting clients in strengthening this connection as a source of resilience, meaning and collective healing.
climate aware therapy
Understanding the complex feelings that arise around climate change and other symptoms of the ecological crisis to help clients understand how to process, adapt and take action.
Polyvagal Theory and Nervous System Regulation
Exploring how the nervous system influences our experiences of safety, stress, and connection; developing greater awareness of bodily responses and supporting the capacity for regulation, resilience, and co-regulation through meaningful relationships.
Parts Work
Exploring the different parts of ourselves that hold emotions, beliefs, needs, and protective strategies; developing greater self-understanding and compassion by building a more balanced and harmonious relationship with our inner experiences.
Find out more
If you’d like to find out more about individual therapy, you can check out my fees and read the frequently asked questions page. Before booking an appointment make sure to check the updates on my availabilities at the top of the contact page.
If you’d like to know more about my work in eco-psychology and climate aware therapy in Italy, you can check out my blog, look at upcoming events, browse through the media archives and resources.