Cienna Bancroft

My communication style

I use humor in sessions when appropriate. I often tell clients that being the therapist may make it seem like I have all the answers, but that is only because I can be the observer on the outside. I am aware it is harder when someone is in the middle of it. For that reason, I go at the client's pace and am understanding of that.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a therapist in hopes of becoming a source of support for people. I love looking at relationships and the dynamics between people. Our world is so goal-driven, it often feels like there is no room to breathe, and I want to be that small hour for people that allows for a sigh of relief.

My goals for you

In the first session or two, I will ask the client questions about what brought them to me and formulate goals from that. I check in with the client often to see if I am on track with them. I think the best work comes in small steps, and I prefer to celebrate mini-milestones with clients to help build morale.

Our first session

In the first session, I try to ask open-ended questions that allow me to get to know someone. I prefer to use a Humanistic approach that allows me to see a whole person and not just problems or things that someone feels they need to fix. I like to build on goals, starting small and then working toward a larger focus.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Agnostic