"There is no agony like bearing an untold story" - Maya Angelou
With over 20 years of experience, Blanche utilizes a warm, collaborative approach to psychotherapy, creating a safe and supportive space for personal growth. Her vast knowledge and diverse training in various therapeutic modalities allow her to tailor her techniques to each client's unique needs and goals.
A Deep Understanding of Human Experience
Blanche offers support for a range of concerns, including:
- Mood disorders: Managing anxiety and depression, finding balance in life.
- Trauma and PTSD: Processing painful experiences and overcoming their impact.
- Relationship issues: Building stronger connections and navigating conflict.
- Self-esteem and identity: Developing a deeper understanding and accepting yourself.
- Addiction and co-occurring disorders: Finding healing and sustainable change.
- Work-life balance: Achieving fulfillment and productivity.
A Collaborative Approach to Transformation
Her therapeutic philosophy emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, encouraging clients to actively participate in their healing journey. By exploring thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, she helps them develop:
- Enhanced self-awareness
- Effective coping mechanisms
- Improved communication and conflict resolution skills
- A renewed sense of purpose and fulfillment
Experience and Qualifications
Blanche holds a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University and is a certified Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist from the Institute of Contemporary Psychoanalysis in Los Angeles. Her extensive clinical experience includes training at The California Graduate Institute, nurturing her skills in various therapeutic modalities.
Overall Experience
The reviews provide a mixed assessment of the therapist, with some clients reporting positive experiences and others expressing disappointment and frustration.
Positive Aspects
Professionalism and Competence
Several reviewers praised the therapist's professionalism and competence, citing her attentive and kind nature, as well as her ability to provide great strategies and insight.
Insight and Coping Strategies
The therapist was also commended for her ability to provide excellent coping strategies and being extremely insightful.
Colleague and Referral Feedback
Colleagues who have referred clients to the therapist have consistently received positive feedback about her professionalism and competence.
Negative Aspects
Unprofessionalism and Lack of Engagement
One reviewer had a very negative experience, citing the therapist's failure to take a family history, not being present on a Zoom call, and not providing any advice or guidance during a session. The reviewer felt that the therapist was unqualified and unprofessional.
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