Arena Mueller

My communication style

Clients tell me that I am very warm and supportive. I want my clients to feel heard and understood. I routinely check in to make sure we are on the same page. When our relationship is solid, I offer new and different perspectives, emphasize important things, offer counterpoints, and, if needed, challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have wanted to be a therapist for as long as I can remember. People are complex, dynamic, and so very unique in their individuality. I wanted to become an expert in human behavior to understand and help people.

My goals for you

Setting goals for therapy takes place in a conversational way during the first meetings. Sometimes people are uncertain about specific goals; they just want to feel better. I help clarify what you want to get out of therapy, and we'll talk about how we'll know when progress is being made.

Our first session

First and foremost, I want to hear what is bringing you to therapy at this time. Next, I'll ask some questions about your life to get the bigger picture (social, work, family, hobbies, history). I will ask about recent panic, thoughts of death, or other safety concerns.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Agnostic, Atheist, Spiritual