Linda Epstein Graval, MA, LMFT

I am a seasoned professional who works to better relationships, weather it is with others or yourselves. This is an active experience, between us where you will be fully heard in a compassionate, safe and confidential environment. We as humans are complicated puzzles, with physiology, history, experiences and innate talents, and most of us need help, when stuck to re-start or re-design aspects of how we process the more challenging behaviors or emotions in life. It is work to untangle our messes but fulfilling. ADHD I love working with ADHD families. As a neuro divergent mother with neurodivergent children I have seen most of the emotional turmoil and behaviors associated with these quirky brains. It can be demoralizing, frustrating and overwhelming, yet help in understanding via education and individually tailored strategies can release some of the shattering effects of ADHD families. This journey is not a quick fix, but stepwise approach that requires a shift in thinking, So many ADHDers are seen as defiant, lazy, irritating, willful, destructive, argumentative, disrespectful and even intellectually challenged. While these behaviors may show up often, they are actually coping mechanisms, and ones the individuals would love to shed. There is so much to learn about ADHD and I enjoy sharing my years of expertise for your benefit. Currently, I prefer working with the parents or guardians of the younger ADHD person, as we shift our knowledge and positions, we can better align with the changes they need to integrate. Adult ADHD folks can also make shifts that redesign many aspects of their lives as well as lessen the effects of depression, anxiety and how that impacts daily success. RECOVERY FROM NARCISSTIC ABUSE In recent years the word Narcissism has become an overused label. If you have found me, I know you have researched the impact that being in a relationship with a narcissist really has and have spent just as much time attempting to deny that truth. I am not going to list all the possible criterion of a narcissist or the effects on you, because you have lived experience. You may have missed some of the substiles, and now that your eyes are open - you healing success will flourish with a knowledgeable expert to validate your perspective, find ways out or to lessen the damage, and to better establish your balance. Some of us are more susceptible to partnering or living with the abuse from narcissism. We will look carefully at what helped you to be enticed and how the abuse caused the self-doubt that permeated your days leaving you feeling diminished or trapped. Often this is a process of uncovering the numerous insidious too flagrant attacks, that you hoped would get better, but never do over time. COUPLES COUNSELING Being a partner takes vulnerable and caring communication. I have worked couples for over 2 decades, understanding that this foundational relationship, with or without children, is profound. INDIVIDUALS Finding peace within ourselves, no matter the complex issues we face comes with personal insight and clarity. I have worked with hundreds of individuals, dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, transitions, loss, neuro-divergence, chronic illness and crisis.