LMHC, 5 years of experience
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida. I received my Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University and have been practicing for 4 years. I am a native of the community that I serve, St. Lucie County. I work with children, adolescents and adults to improve overall mental well-being through the use of adaptive coping skills to reduce and manage symptoms.
In our first session together, we will identify areas of concern and collaboratively create a treatment plan with measurable and attainable goals. The plan will include specific objectives outlining how we will work together to achieve those goals.
I am thankful for the opportunity to work with new clients and create a trustworthy therapeutic alliance. I prioritize providing a safe and non-judgmental environment for clients to feel comfortable sharing their difficult emotions and everyday challenges.
I enjoy working with clients of all ages to help them reach their full potential and become the best version of themselves that they can be.
Cognitive behavioral therapy is utilized to challenge irrational thoughts, reframe negative thinking patterns, and refocus to positive and productive ways of thinking and behaving.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment is utilized to construct solutions based on current circumstances rather than focusing on problems rooted in past experiences.
Family therapy is utilized to improve communication and relationships among family members by focusing on individual strengths to find new ways to work together.
Trauma informed care integrates awareness of trauma and how it impacts functionality with traditional therapeutic interventions and is utilized to ensure the physical and emotional safety of each client.
Narrative therapy is utilized to provide a safe environment for clients to share their life story in an effort to gain a better understanding of their experiences and to become empowered as the author of their story going forward.