If you’re struggling with anxiety, overthinking, negative self-talk, low self-esteem, relationship patterns, or feeling stuck because of experiences from your past, therapy can help you begin to feel more grounded, confident, and in control of your life.
As your therapist, my purpose is to help you recognize the strengths and potential that may be difficult to see in yourself right now. I provide a supportive space where you can better understand your emotions, identify patterns that may be holding you back, and develop practical tools to create meaningful change.
I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a life that feels fulfilling, peaceful, and authentic. Regardless of your background, past experiences, or where you are in your healing journey, there is always space for greater self-understanding, self-compassion, self-love, and personal growth.
My Approach to Therapy
My approach to talk therapy is primarily rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and psychodynamic approaches. My style is compassionate, direct, and practical.
I work with clients experiencing concerns such as:
- Anxiety and excessive worry
- Overthinking and racing thoughts
- Negative self-talk
- Low self-esteem and low self-worth
- Anxious or insecure attachment patterns
- Codependency
- Relationship difficulties
- Trauma and distressing past experiences
- Difficulty setting boundaries
- Emotional triggers
- Feeling emotionally “stuck”
- Building confidence and a stronger sense of self
Together, we can work toward understanding the patterns behind what you are experiencing while developing healthier ways of thinking, coping, communicating, and relating to yourself and others.
My goal is not simply to help you manage difficult feelings, but to help you develop a more secure sense of self, strengthen your self-worth, and feel more confident navigating your emotions, relationships, and life.
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
I also specialize in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), an evidence-based therapeutic approach that can help clients process distressing memories, trauma, anxiety, and other emotional challenges.
ART uses guided eye movements, imagery, and visualization techniques to help the brain reprocess difficult experiences and reduce the emotional distress associated with them. Unlike some traditional forms of talk therapy, ART does not necessarily require you to describe every detail of a painful experience.
ART may be particularly helpful for individuals experiencing:
- Trauma and PTSD symptoms
- Anxiety
- Phobias and fears
- Performance anxiety
- Distressing or intrusive memories
- Negative self-beliefs
- Emotional triggers
- Persistent negative self-talk
- Feeling stuck despite previous therapy or personal growth work
ART is designed as a relatively brief therapeutic approach, and some clients may experience meaningful improvement within a limited number of sessions. Individual experiences and treatment needs vary, and results cannot be guaranteed.
Is ART or Talk Therapy Right for You?
Many concerns—including anxiety, low self-esteem, codependency, anxious attachment, relationship struggles, negative self-talk, and difficult past experiences—can be addressed through either traditional talk therapy or Accelerated Resolution Therapy.
You do not have to know which approach you need before beginning therapy.
Together, we can explore what you are experiencing, what you hope to change, and which therapeutic approach may best support your individual goals.
ART may be a good option when you want to focus more directly on a distressing memory, trauma response, fear, emotional trigger, or deeply rooted negative belief.
Talk therapy provides more space to explore emotions, relationships, recurring patterns, identity, attachment, and life experiences while building insight and developing tools for long-term emotional growth.
In some cases, we may incorporate elements of both approaches depending on your needs.
Start Therapy with Aly at Paloma Therapy
You do not have to wait until things become overwhelming to begin therapy. Whether you are navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, negative self-talk, attachment concerns, low self-esteem, or difficulty feeling confident and connected to yourself, therapy can provide a place to begin.
Paloma Therapy provides mental health and psychotherapy services with options for in-person and virtual care depending on clinician availability.
Book a consultation with Paloma Therapy to learn more about working with Aly and determine whether her therapeutic approach is a good fit for your needs.
Email: hello@palomatherapy.com
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