What’s is integrative therapy?

As an integrative therapist, I draw from different therapeutic theories and methods rather than using just one approach. This allows therapy to be flexible and responsive to what is most helpful for you. These are the primary modalities that inform how I work.

Buddhist and Contemplative Therapy integrate mindfulness, compassion, and acceptance with modern psychology. It supports greater self-awareness and helps you relate to difficult thoughts and emotions with more steadiness and care. This approach focuses on the whole person and can support healing, growth, and a deeper sense of connection. Approaches that incorporate mindfulness, acceptance, and compassion (ACT, MBSR, MBCBT, DBT for example) are all influenced by Buddhist psychology. More about Buddhist Psychology

Psychodynamic Therapy explores how past experiences, early relationships, and unconscious patterns may be shaping your current emotions, relationships, and ways of coping. It focuses on increasing insight and self-understanding so that old patterns become less automatic and you have more freedom to respond differently.

Mindfulness-Based CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) combines practical coping tools with mindfulness and present-moment awareness. It helps you notice unhelpful thoughts and feelings without getting pulled in by them. This approach can support emotional balance and give you skills you can use both in and outside of therapy.

Feminist Therapy explores how social, cultural, and systemic forces shape mental health and identity. It values intersectionality, emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, and supports clients in building voice, agency, and self-trust. While rooted in feminist principles, it is inclusive of people of all genders and can encourage self-advocacy and advocacy for others.

Trauma-Informed Therapy recognizes how trauma can shape emotions, relationships, and the nervous system. It focuses on creating safety, trust, and collaboration so therapy feels supportive rather than overwhelming. This approach helps you move at your own pace and supports healing without causing further harm.

Relational Therapy looks at how your relationship patterns affect your emotional life. It also sees the therapy relationship itself as an important place for healing and change. Together, we pay attention to trust, closeness, conflict, and the ways you connect with others.