existential dread, meet existential support
in-person and virtual psychotherapy services with mercedes
Choosing to start psychotherapy is a deeply personal choice. Because of this, I believe it’s important for people to know what kind of therapy they’ll be receiving. Deeply rooted in existential analysis and relational therapy, my sessions are meaning-oriented, process-based, and reflective. Rather than resorting to weekly homework sheets, I use questions designed to help people pause and let thoughts and feelings simmer. Some questions I might use include:
Since this type of psychotherapy involves in-depth conversations, it is typically best suited for those who like getting honest, vulnerable, and curious. I’ve found that typically those who are gifted, twice exceptional (gifted + ADHD and/or autism), highly sensitive, or creative are drawn to my approach.
therapy offerings
While I work with a variety of concerns and a diverse client population, I specialize in certain areas. To read more about the areas I work in with individual and couples therapy clients, click on the buttons below.