Seeking support takes courage, so congratulations on taking that first step! Psychotherapy is a collaborate process where you and I will work together to help you succeed through transitions, get the most out of your relationships, and find greater fulfillment in your life. You will be met with warmth and compassion so that you are able to explore your feelings openly in a safe, non-judgmental space. I work from a relational and psychodynamic perspective, which often stimulates discussion around your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs, in order to identify unwanted repeating patterns in your life.
I specialize in working with the LGBTQ community, sexuality and identity issues, addictions, anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, and relationships issues. I work with individuals struggling with addiction and affected partners and family. I am a graduate of the Eating Disorders, Compulsions and Addictions program at the William Alanson White Institute.
In addition to providing individualized therapy, I work in collaboration with various Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners who can manage your medications if combination treatment is beneficial or needed. Please feel free to contact me for a phone consultation. For more information about me and my practice please visit www.dareffpsychotherapy.com