Forging Connections 

Discourse around mental health tends to locate our distress, pain and suffering firmly within us, and ignore the ways they can be symptoms of the environment we live in. Systems of care and education are so often formed with an emphasis on individualism and productivity that leave many of us feeling disconnected—from ourselves, others, and the environments we inhabit. This sense of isolation doesn’t arise in a vacuum; it is shaped by the relationships, systems, and circumstances that surround us. As a Gestalt therapist, I focus on helping you explore these influences, uncovering the deeper connections that shape your experiences.

Our environments—physical, social, and emotional—profoundly impact how we think, feel, and behave. The demands of late stage capitalism can leave us feeling fragmented, as though we must suppress parts of ourselves to meet external expectations. Therapy offers a space to reintegrate these parts, to see them not as separate or broken, but as interconnected aspects of your whole self.

Larger social forces also play a significant role in our lives. Factors like gender, race, class, and sexuality shape how we experience relationships, opportunities, and even our sense of belonging. Exploring these influences in therapy can help you understand how external forces shape your inner world. This process also highlights your resilience—the ways you’ve adapted and resisted within these systems.

Gestalt therapy focuses on the here-and-now, helping us examine how your current relationships, environment, and internal dialogue are interconnected. Together, we’ll explore not only the challenges you face but also the strengths and resources that sustain you. By deepening your awareness of these dynamics, you can reconnect with what nourishes you and create new possibilities for growth.

You are not alone in this. By forging connections—with yourself, others, and your broader context—you can cultivate a sense of wholeness and live more authentically in alignment with your values. Let’s work together to uncover the threads that hold your experiences together and help you thrive.