Dr. Hurst works with her clients to solve their individual, relational and family issues. Through counsel and therapeutic models, she works together with her clients to address and treat their varied needs.

Individual Therapy

Building a comfortable relationship is the key to effective treatment. Each person has different needs and comes to treatment with issues that are unique to them. Dr. Hurst uses a variety of therapeutic models and a warm, yet appropriately confrontive style to help her clients reach their goals.

Marriage & Family Therapy

Couples and families are treated in the same supportive style as individual patients. Beginning with a mutual understanding of problem areas, Dr. Hurst guides couples through treatment using models of healthy relationships and therapy methods to promote healing and trust. Extended sessions for enhanced couples therapy are additionally offered upon request for weekend appointments.

Dr. Hurst is also a Gottman-certified Couples Workshop leader. Utilizing training and therapy models developed by marital experts Drs. John and Julie Gottman, Dr. Hurst periodically presents and facilitates two-day, multi-couple workshops. During workshops, couples will learn the tools for a stronger relationship through presentations, role-play activities and real-life situations.

Group Therapy

As an alternative or supplement to individual therapy, group therapy can be a very effective form of treatment. Dr. Hurst provides a comfortable social setting while facilitating group interaction. Relationships are built and feelings evoked in a natural way allowing for feedback, awareness and change.

Medical Collaboration

Psychosocial variables are commonly accepted as one of the many factors in disease and its treatment. Dr. Hurst works with physicians to assist with treatment compliance and to lessen the impact of stress and unhealthful living on the patient's physical condition.