Fall down seven times, get up eight
– Japanese proverb
Therapy for Veterans
Before transitioning to a career as a therapist, I was a professional airplane and helicopter pilot (civilian). I had the opportunity to fly and work with many veterans. I learned about their struggles with reintegration to civilian society after deployment, combat and separation from the military.
These challenges included reuniting with family, feelings of isolation, anger, loss of identity, loss of purpose and meaning and moral injury. I also learned about veterans’ resilience as they faced these challenges.
Within therapy, client and therapist can create a team to navigate your transition to civilian life and overcome challenges by building skills to improve your coping with difficult emotions and thoughts.
A new mission statement can be created based upon your goals. The most effective and efficient path to reaching your goals can then be created through a strengths-based approach using various types of therapy tailored for you.
I also offer therapy services for law enforcement and first responders.
I am trained in evidence-based therapies for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and trauma:
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy and Exposure Therapy.