Avrille Birnbaum

My communication style

What I've heard from my clients is that a session with me is conversational, sometimes funny, and collaborative. Together, we increase self-awareness, work with your strengths, identify choices that align with your goals, and help you become the character you'd like to be in your own story.

My journey to mental healthcare

Before pursuing this profession, I recognized that one can do more damage than good without solid self-awareness and self-examination. So, I started my process on the other side of the desk, eventually recognizing that I was still drawn to the work of helping others navigate their own journeys.

My goals for you

Goal setting is an important part of therapy as it allows us both to track progress and clarify what would be most useful in getting there. I start work by asking what goals are important to you so that we can focus and be effective. I revisit goals to ensure that we are using your investment of time, energy, and resources in the best way possible.

Our first session

In an initial session, I like to understand your history and what brings you to therapy at this time. I explore if any developmental or physical health issues might be part of your story so that I can help you think holistically about a solution. Goals are an important part of the first session, and you should feel free to ask questions.

I identify as...

• Female, My gender isn't listed
• Caucasian or White