Casandra Perks (she/her)

My Approach to Helping

When we work together, you can expect a warm, down-to-earth presence that offers a compassionate, non-judgmental space for you to deeply reflect and explore your thoughts, feelings, and stories. I value humor, both in life and in work, so you can expect a little of that as well. I use a trauma-informed, person-centered approach, believing that with the right support, everyone can grow into their best self. I don't have the answers to how you should live your life, you ultimately know what will be best for you. Life can be busy and distracting, making it feel rare to have dedicated time to focus on our needs, which can leave us feeling overwhelmed, unclear, or stuck. Sometimes it just takes slowing down and doing a bit of digging and reflection to clarify or make sense of things. Whatever it is that may have brought you here today, I would be honored to have the opportunity to understand your experience so you feel seen and supported along the way.

Why I am a Good Fit for You

Much of our work will focus on your strengths, highlighting the skills and resiliency you’ve naturally developed over the years, all while supporting you in developing new ways of coping if old patterns are no longer working. Together we will build tools to help you move toward the healing and growth you want to see, even if that simply means growing more comfortable sitting with the uncertainty life holds. Other methods I incorporate into my practice include psychodynamic theory, somatic noticing, and mindfulness. I believe what we have experienced in the past affects how we live in the present. If it feels safe and comfortable for you, we can use somatic noticing to tune in to your body, exploring your experiences on a deeper level. Becoming a therapist has been deeply driven by my own life experiences of loss and yearning for self growth. I really love this work.