With over 18 years of extensive experience in clinical therapy, advocacy, and community support, I am a two-time graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi, serving as a Clinical Therapist, boutique owner, and event coordinator. I have an unwavering commitment to mental health. My diverse roles reflect my passion for fostering well-being and empowerment within my community. I help turn problems and worries into solutions and resolutions.
During our first session, we'll start with brief introductions and a bit of your personal history. Then, we'll dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This initial conversation will help me understand your unique situation and create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
Having worked with family and individuals of all ages and in all stages of life for 18 years, my greatest strength is my commitment to creating a safe, compassionate and empathetic therapeutic environment. I prioritize understanding each client's unique experiences and challenges, allowing me to develop personalized treatment plans that foster healing and growth. My dedication to evidence-based practices, combined with a deep sense of empathy and advocacy, ensures that clients feel supported, validated, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.
We utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. By identifying and challenging negative thought patterns, we empower individuals to develop healthier thinking habits and coping strategies. This evidence-based approach is effective in addressing a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and PTSD, fostering lasting positive changes in our clients' lives.
We integrate faith-based principles with evidence-based therapeutic techniques to provide holistic support for mental wellness. By combining the spiritual guidance found in Scripture with professional counseling practices, we help individuals navigate their mental health challenges while deepening their faith and fostering a stronger relationship with God. This approach ensures that our clients receive compassionate, spiritually-aligned care that addresses both their emotional and spiritual needs.
We utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients manage intense emotions, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and improve interpersonal relationships. DBT combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness strategies to assist individuals in building a life worth living. Through DBT, we focus on enhancing skills in four key areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness, providing clients with practical tools to navigate and overcome their mental health challenges.