For the past century, psychology has been focused on diagnosing ‘what was wrong with mankind’ and relieving suffering.  This is called the ‘medical model’ of treatment.  Psychologists and Psychiatrists have done a wonderful job understanding and helping people recognize symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, mood disorders, and personality disorders.  Increasing awareness about what we are going through is powerful and can be very helpful. More recently psychology has turned their focus toward wellness, human flourishing, and strategies for enhancing joy and purpose.  This ‘Positive Psychology’ emphasis has had a significant impact on my practice.  Two of my favorite quotes “(Mankind) is, that they might have joy” and “living is so dear… I wanted to live deep and suck out all the marrow of life, to live so sturdily and Spartan-like as to put to rout all that was not life…” embody this optimism, and highlight the importance of deliberately seeking to create enjoyment, satisfaction, and meaning in life. My Purpose will not only be to help you understand those things that are harming you, but also to help you adopt a perspective that will enhance your motivation, and improve your relationship to life and others.  Let’s get to work!