(he/him)
I am a Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience with a diverse set of skills. My extensive hands-on background includes counseling and case management. I am adaptable, results-oriented with a strong focus on helping clients achieve their goals. My clinical approach centers on clients and their environments that shape their well-being. I stand ready to work with clients who seek support to address their ongoing issues to change their fortunes.
During the first session of the Intake Assessment, I will start off with brief introductions by both clinician and client before setting expectations for the therapeutic process because I strongly believe that a good therapeutic relationship is established through understanding and trust.
My greatest strength is the ability to foster therapeutic relationships with clients and instill a sense of hope no matter their prevailing issues. I am a result oriented and eternal optimist with a strong belief in individuals' capacity to change their fortunes when empowered and equipped with necessary tools.
Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Coping Skills
Couples Counseling
Black / African American
Man
Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Therapy is simply about changing our mindset from negative to positive thinking. Perception is everything therefore I am able to work with clients to filter their unique situations through a positive lens in order to have a clear eye view to work toward their goals to minimize automated negative thoughts to improve daily functioning.
Psychoeducation
I strongly believe in the saying that identification of a problem is the beginning of a solution. In my experience working with clients over the years, they respond better to treatment when they understand their diagnosis and symptoms. Therefore, I tend to educate clients about their diagnosis, common symptoms and the course of treatment using evidence-based practice modalities. This has resulted in clients' active engagement and positive outcomes.
Strength-Based
I believe all individuals have strengths but sometimes it is difficult to realize it due to ongoing mental health symptoms and stressors. I am able to engage clients dwelling on positives about their lives to improve coping skills and general wellbeing.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Solution Focused is one of my favorite treatment modalities. I am a strong believer that every situation has a solution if you look hard enough. Therefore, I work with clients to come out with solutions to their unique situations, and this gives clients more control over their issues and the results have been amazing.