I’ve been published in the Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services (JPN), August 2014, for the article “Channeling Jane Austen: How It Helped Me Become a Better Psychotherapist”. Abstract The influences on a therapist are many. This article illustrates how a 19th-century novelist, Jane Austen, informs the work of a nurse therapist in… Read more »
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Why I Like Yoga: An Adjunct Treatment for Anxiety
I often recommend yoga as a tool to help manage anxiety. We are fortunate to have several places to learn and practice yoga in Fredericksburg. There are classes for everyone, from the beginner to the advanced yogi. A good yoga teacher will accommodate you. As my favorite yoga teacher says, “It is your personal journey…. Read more »
What type of therapy is AEDP?
Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy Q: Accelerated? Does that mean I’ll need a session or two and that is it? A: Not exactly. The idea is that if the patient feels comfortable and understood they will be able to access deep feelings more quickly and that will speed the process of therapy. The theory is that… Read more »