Dr. Maureen Hannah
Intro
I am a clinical psychologist licensed in New York with over 35 years of clinical experience working with adults. I was a Professor of Psychology at Siena University, teaching a wide range of psychological topics for 34 years. I do a lot of relationship and couples therapy, and I specialize in helping clients cope with and heal from grief, loss, trauma, anxiety, domestic violence, and other challenging life experiences. With the awareness that we all share many common experiences as we move through the journey of life, I aspire to bring my own life experiences into the therapy room in order to connect with and empathize with my clients' experiences.
How would you describe your approach to care?
I believe that a comfortable and collaborative relationship between my client and me is a primary key to working together and sharing the therapeutic healing process. I emphasize unconditional acceptance of and positive regard for my client. When and if a client is ready, I orient our sessions toward finding solutions, discussing strategies, and setting goals to help clients find relief and a new direction for their lives. I strive to connect with my client right where she or he is, offering support and validation while encouraging the client to take on new ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving.
What should be expected in the first session?
During the first session, I review my approach in particular and the therapy process in general with my clients. In our first session, I like to dive right in. I’ll ask what brings you to therapy at this point in your life and, if you’re comfortable, invite you to share your strengths, challenges, and the experiences that have shaped you. Together, we’ll explore both the positive moments and the difficulties, tragedies, or traumas you may have endured, with a focus on what you most want help with today. I want my clients to emerge from the first session feeling comfortable, safe, and with a renewed sense of trust, hope, and optimism.
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Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology
University of Arizona
