Ava Ames (she/her)

As a therapist with expertise in ADHD, I am deeply familiar with the unique challenges and strengths of this condition. I have helped numerous clients regain balance in their lives through personalized, evidence-based strategies and techniques. Together, we will work to build skills and strategies that help you manage your symptoms and lead a fulfilling life. I am committed to helping you tap into your strengths and reach your full potential.

Do you struggle with feeling anxious, inadequate, unorganized, and unfocused because of ADHD? As someone who has a deep understanding of the challenges and strengths of this condition, I am here to help. I have assisted numerous clients in finding balance in their lives through personalized, evidence-based strategies and techniques. Let's work together to develop skills and strategies that will enable you to effectively manage your symptoms and lead a fulfilling life. ADHD doesn't define you!

Do you struggle with feeling anxious, inadequate, unorganized, and unfocused because of ADHD? As someone who has a deep understanding of the challenges and strengths of this condition, I am here to help. I have assisted numerous clients in finding balance in their lives through personalized, evidence-based strategies and techniques. Let's work together to develop skills and strategies that will enable you to effectively manage your symptoms and lead a fulfilling life. ADHD doesn't define you!

I'm really passionate about helping couples improve communication, set healthy boundaries, and foster intimacy and connection. I also have a strong understanding of conflict management and am able to teach couples effective techniques for mending and repairing their relationship. My ability to manage the energy in the room and teach effective communication skills allows me to resourcefully support couples in navigating even high-conflict situations. Let's strengthening your healthy bond!

By embracing your authenticity and understanding the power and freedom that it brings, you can increase your self-worth and self-acceptance. I'm here to help you understand the role that past traumas may have played in shaping your self-perception and work with you to shift those limiting beliefs. My ultimate goal is to empower you to live authentically and vulnerably, enabling you to fully tap into your true potential and lead a confident, purposeful, and fulfilling life. You are deserving!

I'm skilled in utilizing IFS in combination with other effective techniques to help you gain insight into the various parts or sub-personalities within yourself. By using techniques such as inner child work, guided imagery, and meditation, I will support you in engaging with these parts, particularly those that may be stuck in trauma, in a compassionate and nonjudgmental way. This process can lead to increased self-awareness, self-regulation, and allow for healing and integration of these parts.

I'm passionate about helping couples create a safe and comfortable space to address their challenges and improve their communication. I offer a range of tools and techniques to help couples repair and strengthen their relationship. My goal is to foster intimacy, connection, and healthy communication within my couples to help them better understand their individual and collective needs. I'm confident in my ability to manage the energy in sessions and create a supportive and secure environment.

My focus is on helping you understand the ways in which your personal narrative may be shaping your beliefs and perceptions about yourself. Through the process of "reauthoring" your story, we can explore alternative perspectives and focus on the truth of your experiences in order to facilitate healing and growth. I'm passionate about utilizing Narrative as a means of empowering individuals to find agency in their lives and embrace their unique story. Let's explore the stories you tell yourself!