Elizabeth York
I have 18 years of experience in the field and have worked with adults of all ages and youth. I have facilitated support groups in English and Spanish, including those for stress management, relaxation, creative therapy and early recovery. I treat anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and substance abuse using a range of modalities, including mindfulness, CBT, and active listening. I have worked in mental health settings, employee assistance programs and family rehabilitation centers, helping clients to reduce depression, anxiety, stress, substance abuse and and a range of other issues in order to succeed in life and at work. I came to mental health from an artistic/performing arts background as well with a strong interest in helping others to succeed and to be happy.
First session
The first session is an introductory session where I am getting to know you. We discuss what brought you to therapy and any goals that you may have as well as helping you to set those goals. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space in which you will (hopefully) feel comfortable to discuss whatever you choose and what may be most pressing for you.
Strengths
I understand the challenges that may come with life's ups and downs, and instabilities. I will help to engage you in order to help you to get to know yourself and will challenge you when appropriate.
Ideal clients
The ideal client is a working professional, artist or student dealing with life issues- family, relationships, work stress, anxiety and depression. The ideal client is willing to commit to therapy on a regular basis and explore their own patterns as well as work toward their goals. This person wants to improve their mental health and is willing to engage in self-exploration.
Treatment methods
Interpersonal
This method using the therapist-client relationship in order to foster personal growth.
Mind-body approach
This method incorporates physical components either in session or in goals with the understanding from a holistic perspective that everything (mind, body) is connected.
Psychodynamic
This is an exploration of the mind using talk therapy and includes bringing unconscious thoughts and patterns into consciousness.
Location
Virtual sessions