Welcome to Chai Life Counseling & Therapy
“How many times have you noticed that it’s the little quiet moments in the midst of life that seem to give the rest extra-special meaning?”
-Mr. Rogers
Hello, I’m Irene. I enjoy working with clients who long to live a fulfilled life with internal bliss, self acceptance who appreciate a gentle path of self discovery. Meeting my clients where they are is key to fostering a healthy, impactful working relationship. Offering a slight nudge where needed, or a eureka moment through creativity, thought, and processing is the result of a compassionate connection with my clients. I believe in creating connection through cultural humility, shared experiences and active listening and questioning. Looking for lines of connection fosters a sense of belonging and strength. This approach allows me to form beneficial & therapeutic relationships with my clients.
Chai,(pronounced “hi”), means “Life” in Hebrew. You may have heard the sentiment L’Chaim, which is a toast that means “to life”.
While I do love the homograph tea, “chai” was chosen as the name for my practice because I believe life is for living. When times are challenging, I can offer hope as I help guide and assist my clients find their way to the living the life of their choosing. When we work together my goal is for you to feel seen, supported, valued, and heard.
My Approach
Highly-Certified & Dynamic
As a Licensed Social Worker, I’ve seen the benefits of mixed modalities and like to incorporate a variety of evidence based modalities in my approach to care. I am EMDR trained, IFS informed and have had exposure to somatic experiencing and EFT. I use these modalities to impact attachment wounds, trauma, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Having extensive experience (both personal and professional) I am passionate about parenting and co-parenting support as these journeys can be some of the most challenging parts of adulthood. As a co-parenting specialist, I hold specialization certifications in divorce and co-parenting coaching
Effective & Compassionate
My passion lies with growing and evolving clients. Seeking guidance through a transition or challenging life event is to be admired. I have successfully worked with many individuals in the midst of navigating unforeseen trauma, chronic illnesses (physical and mental), disordered eating, adolescence (the most transformative set of years a human will navigate), divorce, grief, and loss. With a deep awareness & knowledge of how culture and family of origin impacts healing and learning, I take pride in forming connections through a cultural humility framework.
I understand that seeking out therapy can bring up a myriad of mixed emotions, ranging from excitement and joy to trepidation and fear. I am happy you found your way here. If you are processing grief, loss, trauma or are on a journey of self discovery to improve your relationship with yourself and others, I can help.
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