Jovanna Shaw, Park Avenue Psychotherapy

The first steps towards therapy are truly beautiful as it affirms the commitment of wellness to oneself. My passion for therapy is reflected within my intention to aid others through the ups and downs of their human experience. As your therapist my goal is to ensure that you can practice using coping skills, develop your communication abilities and sense awareness of yourself and others. I utilize different approaches like CBT, coaching, motivational interviewing, and sometimes sensory motor techniques to help you forge a stronger, happier path for yourself.

My approach to therapy is to simply be your ally. I encourage you to laugh or cry or rant if you need. Allowing me into your world usually means taking on approaches similar to CBT, using open ended questioning and mindfulness. However, my ultimate goal is to hold sessions with a person-centered approach to help you meet your individualized goals.

When outside of our sessions, I take healthy risks to discover new things that can help me become a happier human, and I encourage others to do the same! Getting comfortable with combining old and new versions of myself has led me towards a rewarding lifestyle and I genuinely want the same for others. So if you're ready to take this step together, lets go!