Tori Purcell

Who I Work With:
I often work with young adults, teenagers high school aged and older, as well as adults of any age. I work with people with a variety of different needs. My passion is with trauma work, and I also work with folks with substance abuse and addiction concerns, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, and folks who are in transitional periods of their life and looking for additional support.

What Therapy Looks Like In My Office: I think that one of the most important pieces of an effective therapeutic relationship is a safe and nonjudgmental space. My goal is to allow you the space to process and learn about all aspects of your identity and experiences. I believe that therapy needs to be individualized as we all have different needs, goals, and lives outside of the therapeutic space. I will work collaboratively with you to process trauma, identify healthy coping skills, better understand yourself and work towards meeting your goals – whatever they may be!

Why I Became  A Counselor: As someone who had difficult experiences with therapy growing up, I want to be able to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to heal and become the best version of yourself, whatever that looks like for you. I’ve always had a passion for helping others and find that I’m my best self when I’m able to do that in a hands-on way.

My Treatment Theories and Approaches: I like to integrate different therapeutic styles into my practice. I do this in a way that’s individualized to the client, and at a pace that feels right for you. I am trained in EMDR therapy, CBT, motivational interviewing, and I implement some DBT skills into my practice. I am trauma informed and LGBTQIA+ affirming.

My Integrative Approaches to Helping Clients: I utilize a combination of mindfulness, talk therapy,  practical coping skills, and trauma work as appropriate, in my work with clients.

My Certifications and Trainings: I am formally trained in EMDR, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing.

My Life Outside of Work:

 1: Personal Life: Outside of work, I love to spend time with friends and family. I enjoy spending time outside and trying different restaurants around the city. I have a German Shepherd / Siberian Husky mix named Pepper, and I love finding new ways to spend time together outside swimming, hiking, or playing fetch. In my down time you can find me reading, baking, or watching Grey’s Anatomy.

2: My Favorite Movie or Song: My favorite movie is probably Everything Everywhere All at Once, and my favorite artists are Manchester Orchestra and Sabrina Carpenter (I can’t pick just one song!).

3. If I weren’t a Counselor I’d be (and why): I grew up wanting to be a writer and always had a passion for fiction and poetry, so maybe an author or journalist!

4. Hobbies/ Interests/ Passions:

I have loved running for the past 10 years and it’s something I prioritize throughout the week. I also enjoy baking, playing with my dog, and reading. I also have a passion for the homeless population and believe that housing is a human right, I have spent a lot of time working with this population and believe they deserve more than the resources that are currently accessible to them.

 Practice Highlights (Identify Any that Apply to Your Practice)

Early Morning Appointments, Morning Appointments Evening Appointments, Weekday Appointments,  Weekend Appointments, In-person Appointments Online Appointments