Congratulations on seeking therapy! Most people who seek therapy or counseling report that they experience an improvement in mood and anxiety. Timing is everything and I can generally see you within 48 hours. Unfortunately, many folks have to wait weeks to see a therapist. I believe I am easy to talk to and approachable. Therapists are excellent listeners and I will be honest with you, rather than just agreeing or dismissing your opinions. If you see me and we establish a plan, you will be able to determine how much you need and for how long. Since most of what I am doing involves Telehealth, I ask that you cancel ahead of time if you cannot meet per schedule. I will do this as well. As your therapist, I will: Respect your privacy Respect your schedule Respect your opinions and values Respect the severity and urgency of your difficulties Make myself available when you need assistance Help you find answers and solutions rather than feeling “stuck"
In our first session, we will get to know each other and answer any questions about my qualifications or what to expect. In order to become familiar with you and your challenges, I will spend time learning about your challenges, as well as other aspects of your life that might play a role in them.
Areas that I have been successful in treating include Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, Traumatic Brain Injury, Anger management, and decisions regarding Psychopharmacology. I have substantial experience with more severe mental illnesses. I prefer to provide individual therapy given the use of Telehealth. I also have been married for 33 years, am a Christian, and a father of 4 children and grandfather of 4. I provide training and presentations to other professionals and consumers in a variety of settings.
CBT is widely used and requires less time than other therapies. However, I believe that the individuals' needs determine what intervention is most appropriate. What the therapist likes to provide is not the deciding point.
Mindfulness seems to be everywhere and it stems from eastern philosophy. However, I dont focus on eastern concepts and instead use techniques that are effective in preventing excess emotional reactions from dominating