Therapy for Women

Life feels like a constant struggle.

You’re exhausted, wake up tired, and often go through life on autopilot.

As you go through the same daily motions, you fulfill your daily duties and go to bed tired.

Others talk about “being fulfilled” and “living their best life,” but you don’t even know what that means for you.

As a woman, you know the struggle.

You have so many expectations placed upon you and even more that you put on yourselves. Others expect you to juggle multiple responsibilities, such as caring for children and managing all their schedules, schoolwork, and extracurricular activities. Then, you must cook healthy meals and keep the toilets clean. And if that’s not enough, you may have elderly relatives and extended family responsibilities.

What about a career for you? Where does that fit in? Did I mention that the expectation also includes you always looking presentable and not showing signs of aging or weight gain?

And what do many women do to manage all the expectations? They put themselves last and forego their dreams and desires to be everything to everyone else. They find themselves apologizing for not meeting everyone’s needs or being overly enthusiastic and commending when their partners “help” by caring for their children.

You care for your children with your entire being but also need a break. If you’re “too involved” in their lives, people label you as a “helicopter mom,” but if you’re hands-off, they consider you a “bad mom” or “uninvolved.” Everyone seems to have an opinion on how you should parent, and countless inconsistencies exist. Where can you find the balance? Gaining a balance is where therapy can help.

And what about “co-dependency?”

Co-dependency is often thrown around and given to mothers and partners who show their love the only way they know how.

How can you determine whether you’re being helpful or hurtful or whether the way that you show love is beneficial to all parties? Women’s therapy can help.

Aren’t you exhausted?

Are you wondering when it will be your turn to come first? Have you lived this way for so long that you fear it will be your new normal?

Women’s therapy addresses these unique needs. I provide a safe and confidential space for women to explore their thoughts, emotions, and expectations. I will help you challenge these expectations to see whether they serve you.

Issues like infertility, childbirth, and menopause are typical stages that women face, yet they are talked about very little in our society. Women often find themselves in situations where they must navigate the healthcare system without appearing “crazy” or “dramatic.”

Therapy focused on women and their specific life stages provides time to understand women’s entire stories profoundly and holistically.

Gain empowerment and self-confidence.

As a psychologist who emphasizes Feminist Therapy, I focus on empowering women and helping them discover how to break the stereotypes and molds of some traditional roles that women play that may be blocking their development and growth.

We work on recognizing the effect that gender plays in your life and strengthening in areas such as assertiveness, communication, relationships, and self-esteem. One of the main goals of feminist therapy is to develop equal mutual relationships of caring and support.

You are the only “expert” in your life, and I will help you develop the tools needed to reach your potential as a unique and valuable individual. We will face your unique challenges and stressors head-on, acknowledging gender-based discrimination, societal pressure, and issues related to navigating relationships. We will explore your anxiety, depression, and grief.

Don’t struggle in silence. You deserve recognition and to receive credit for your talents and abilities. Let’s work together to help you deal with the struggle you face.

Contact me today for more information on how women’s therapy can help you.