My Approach to Therapy and Counseling
I work from a systems-oriented, collaborative perspective with clients. I believe that problems do not reside within the person, but instead arise from a complex set of interactions with different systems (family, friends, school, work). My goal is to provide space for clients to see "blind spots" and find new solutions. Clients may choose to work on short-term, solution-oriented goals or longer-term goals to create changes in their lives.
I also incorporate empirically guided practices such as mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and interpersonal therapy for depression and anxiety. |
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My Interests
I especially enjoy nurturing creativity, story-telling, and meaning-making in clients. My research in creativity has guided my practice, especially in helping creative individuals who experience mood and anxiety difficulties. My interests in working from a mind-body integrative perspective also guide my practice. See my links page for research into the effectiveness of exercise on depression and anxiety.
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Education:
Ph.D., Counseling Psychology, University of North Texas (APA Accredited)
M.A., Psychology, University of North Texas
B.A., English & Psychology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Accreditation:
Licensed Psychologist, Colorado, Texas (Retired 11/08)
Health Service Provider, National Register
Professional Associations:
Member, American Psychological Association
Publications:
Wohl, E., Lahner, J. & Jooste, J. (2003). Group processes among grandparents raising grandchildren. In B. Hayslip & J. Hicks Patrick (Eds). Working with custodial grandparents. Springer: New York, NY.
Wohl, E. (2003). Creativity and affective traits across the lifespan: Developmental influences among adolescents and older adults. UMI/ProQuest, Ann Arbor, MI.
Training & Previous Practice:
Southwestern University Counseling Services, Georgetown, TX
Salesmanship Club Youth & Family Centers, Dallas, TX (APA Accredited Internship)
Irving Family Advocacy Center, Irving, TX
University of North Texas Psychology Clinic, Denton, TX
University of North Texas Counseling Center, Denton, TX
MHMR Denton Co. |
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