Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Connecticut. I have over 12 years experience treating adolescents to older adults who are struggling with a range of issues. I completed my Master's degree from Southern Connecticut State University in clinical mental health counseling. Previously I have worked in a residential substance use program, psychiatric emergency department, intensive outpatient program and inpatient psychiatric hospital.
During a first session, I will spend time asking questions about your childhood up until the present day to get a good understanding of your life process which has molded the person you are today. We will discuss your family dynamics, social life, medical issues, psychiatric history among other topics. This will be your time to inform me of anything important in your life and why you are seeking therapy.
I think the greatest strength is treating you as you are. I will not judge. I will listen and I will gladly use my humor when needed.
This method is helpful for most issues as it is used to identify the thoughts creating behaviors.