Raymond Coffin

My communication style

I encourage open communication, listen and respond to questions, and offer guidance and feedback appropriate to each person's needs throughout our work together. I place a great deal of emphasis on ensuring that together we build a safe, supportive relationship that allows you to express what you need to

My journey to mental healthcare

Like people often assume, undoubtedly I have been driven by a desire to better understand myself and what's happened in my own life, but also by a deep compassion and empathy for others. I credit my father with instilling the belief that we all have a responsibility to help others when we can, and over time, I discovered that I could support others

My goals for you

I approach goal-setting with clients as a dynamic, collaborative process that is likely to evolve throughout our work together. Sometimes clients have a very focused goal for their therapy, and once that is reached are ready to move on with their lives. My interest is in ensuring that we work together in defining what the client needs from therapy.

Our first session

During the first session, my focus will be on getting to know you and the problem that you are trying to solve, and discussing a focus for our work together. I generally ask people to describe in their own words "what brought you in", answer any initial questions you may have about me, then listen, and take some notes.

I identify as...

• Male
• Caucasian or White
• Christian