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My Approach

I view psychotherapy as a collaborative process aimed at understanding the dynamics that underlie our thoughts and behaviors. It provides opportunities to gain a stronger sense of how past experiences and relationships have shaped our understanding of the world, ourselves, and what we expect from others. The insight and awareness that results from psychotherapy allows us to experience psychological and emotional growth, which frequently provides relief from current stressors in our lives. My work is guided by empathy, authenticity, and commitment to clients. 

My approach is influenced by psychodynamic theory and humanistic theory; If interested, I encourage you to read more about these principles of psychotherapy. That said, I generally do not believe in rigid models. Our work will be tailored to your particular experiences and values. Together, we will establish goals for treatment and develop an understanding of how we may address these objectives.  We will identify and foster your personal strengths and develop coping resources that help you handle the demands of daily life and relationships. My objective is to understand your experiences and challenges from your perspective. I provide reflection, feedback, and ask questions that are intended to help you consider your concerns from a broader, more comprehensive perspective. 

 

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© 2024 by David Guarnieri, Psy.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, CA PSY25682

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