Hello! My name is Taylor. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) out of Hampton Roads Virginia. I received my master’s degree in Social Work with Integrated Behavioral Health Area of Study from University of Kentucky, and have been practicing for 6 years. I help children, teens, and adults navigate various needs ranging from: anxiety, ADHD, depression, life transitions, stress, adverse childhood experiences, trauma, and young adulthood.
One of the most important components I explain to clients during their intake is this: "You are in the driver's seat of your own healing journey. Everyone knows or has a general understanding of where they want to end up or what goals they want to accomplish. Allow me to be the GPS, I will provide you with route recommendations (treatment options, techniques, etc.) and you get to pick which path/s you wish to travel." During our first session together, I will ask you relevant questions about various aspects of your life to begin painting a picture of what challenges you are facing.
Throughout my time in the field, I have learned that a genuine, honest, and collaborative team approach between client and therapist is essential to treatment. This frame of view allows us to discover the root cause of your challenges and identify your goals in an empathetic and open space.
Seeking support in navigating the complexities of life can definitely be a vulnerable experience, but oh so exciting and liberating at the same time. I absolutely love working with clients who are cautious at taking that scary, but meaningful step towards healing.
I have experience utilizing this modality to treat variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, adjustment issues, life transitions, and stress.
I have training in this modality to help individuals recover from traumatic experiences.
I have specialized training in this modality to help children and adolescents recover from traumatic experiences.
I utilize this modality with clients who are at various points within stages of change model.
Psychoeducation is typically used within my clinical work to help clients learn about their areas of focus. More specifically, to increase awareness of their mental health concerns, triggers/reminders, thinking patterns, coping and relaxation skills that align with them, and as needed resources.