Cory Renay Friendshuh

My communication style

Therapy is hard. Vulnerability is hard! I come to sessions full of gratitude and without expectations that you've prepared something to talk about. Depending on where you're at, I'll offer activities, reflection, silence, and challenge as needed. We'll celebrate the joyful feelings just as we make space for the awkward and difficult ones.

My journey to mental healthcare

The stories we tell about ourselves and our world are what make us. It is an honor to bear witness to those stories and to help my clients develop the confidence, insight, and support to shift their narratives. I do this work because I believe helping one person strengthen their relationship with themself in turn strengthens all of us.

My goals for you

In our first two sessions, we'll create a customized, written narrative of your concerns and goals. I'll ask, "Where are you now? Where do you want to be? And, how will we know that you're getting there?" Then, using my experience alongside your strengths and support, we'll collaborate on those objectives together.

Our first session

The first session is about getting to know each other. We'll notice any emotions or nerves that come up and welcome them as entirely human and natural. I'll ask about the reasons you're coming in as well as your background, interests, and daily life. Questions, laughter, and tears are all welcome.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White