Ms. Pat Archer

The experience of a relationship with yourself which is peaceful & content is your birthright. I'd like to help you in the fulfillment of that promise. You can expect me to attune to your needs, encourage your exploration & respond with empathy. Fear, anxiety, grief & unfulfilled longing can constrict self-expression & the capacity for intimacy. Therapy can relieve you of the burden of worn out patterns, reclaim your strengths & wisdom, & develop your resilience in response to life's challenges. Together we can foster your healthy self-esteem & the "next greatest version of the grandest vision" you have of yourself.

The decision to explore the meanings behind a painful past or difficult present takes courage. It also takes an ally - the therapist who listens without judgement & quiets your own self-critical voice. Then we can hear what is true for you, trust develops in our alliance, & the path is eased.

In addition to a relational model of psychotherapy, the spiritual lens is an optional addition to our work together. I respect the personal meaning of spirituality. A growing awakening is in my background; but it is for you to choose whether it's a useful foreground for your purposes.