My Philosophy
My name is Topie (she/her, short for Utopia), and I founded Seaglass Therapy because I believe that everyone has the ability to lead a happy and fulfilling life.
My philosophy is rooted in the belief that mental and emotional well-being are integral to overall health, and that therapy can be a powerful tool for achieving this balance.
As a licensed social worker and practitioner, I utilize and encourage a range of approaches—from the traditional to more inspired techniques like compassion-based mindfulness, holistic nutrition, polyvagal nerve theory and yoga.
My Experience & Expertise
I received my Master of Social Work (MSW) along with a Certificate in Gerontology at Tulane University School of Social Work. I hold an Evergreen Certification as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I can help with: Anxiety, Stress, PTSD, LGBTQIA+ and Women's Issues, low self esteem, Depression, adult and childhood Trauma and Difficult Transitions.
I try to use methods that fit each individual and address where they are in their healing journey. Some approaches that I rely on consistently are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapies, Integrative Somatic Psychotherapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Humanistic Therapy, Inquiry Based Stress Reduction, Empowerment Therapy, Parts Work and Motivational Interviewing.
When I am working but not providing individual therapy, I am doing work with Rushton Mitigation Services in the field of sentencing mitigation.
My Proven Approach
PERSONALIZED
HEALING THE WHOLE SELF
GATHERING NEW TOOLS
I believe each person is unique—so the therapy will look a little bit different for each person. I help my clients develop a curiosity about themselves that can help them grow and heal. The methods I use can help with anxiety, depression, stage of life adjustments, trauma, PTSD and low self esteem.
GATHERING NEW TOOLS
HEALING THE WHOLE SELF
GATHERING NEW TOOLS
What a client takes away from therapy is guided by why they come to therapy. You'll be given tools to help smooth the difficult times you may face. You may learn new ways to move through life, communicate, cope with ups and downs, manage anxiety and depression, and heal from past traumas.
HEALING THE WHOLE SELF
HEALING THE WHOLE SELF
HEALING THE WHOLE SELF
We will rely heavily on the mind + body + heart connection. Therapy will be geared toward the goal of providing tools and insight to navigate all the problems and challenges life brings with compassion and the ability to live in sync with your own inner nature.
Contact
I want to work with you to make therapy accessible and affordable! Please call or email me with any questions.
25833 State Hwy 181, Suite 104, Daphne, AL 36526
“A moment of self-compassion can change your entire day. A string of such moments can change the course of your life.”
Chris Germer
