I am a dedicated therapist specializing in helping individuals break free from negative thought patterns and develop healthier, more constructive ways of thinking and behaving. I have over 25 years of experience working with clients facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions, providing them with practical tools to navigate their emotions and improve their well-being. My approach is collaborative and goal-oriented, empowering clients to take control of their thoughts and behaviors through structured techniques, guided self-reflection, and actionable strategies. I help individuals gain clarity, build resilience, and develop lasting skills that improve their confidence, relationships, and overall quality of life. My impact goes beyond symptom relief—I strive to create long-term, positive change, equipping my clients with the ability to face future challenges with strength and confidence.
In our first session, I will take the time to get to know you, understand your concerns, and explore what you would like to work on in therapy. This initial meeting is an opportunity for us to build rapport and create a comfortable, supportive environment where you feel heard and understood. I will ask questions about your background, current challenges, and goals for therapy, allowing me to gain a clear picture of how I can best support you. We will also discuss how therapy works and how we can tailor it to meet your specific needs. By the end of the session, we will establish a collaborative plan to guide our work together, ensuring that therapy is both structured and aligned with your personal growth and well-being.
As a provider, my greatest strengths lie in my ability to connect with clients, create a supportive and non-judgmental space, and provide structured, evidence-based guidance that leads to meaningful change. I approach therapy with compassion, patience, and a deep commitment to helping individuals gain insight into their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. My expertise as a therapist allows me to equip clients with practical tools to manage challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, anger management, and coping difficulties. I tailor my approach to each individual—whether an adult or child—ensuring that they feel empowered and actively engaged in their healing journey. Additionally, my ability to listen attentively, ask insightful questions, and challenge negative thought patterns in a constructive way helps clients shift their perspectives and develop lasting resilience. By fostering self-awareness, problem-solving skills, and emotional regulation, I guide individuals toward long-term personal growth and improved well-being.
I work with both adults and children experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, anger management challenges, difficulties with coping skills, and general life stressors. Through a structured and evidence-based approach, I help my clients develop healthier thought patterns, manage emotions more effectively, and build resilience in facing life’s challenges. My goal is to provide a supportive, solution-focused environment where individuals gain the tools they need to navigate difficulties, improve emotional well-being, and create lasting positive change.
As a therapist using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), my goal is to help clients recognize how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are interconnected. I guide them in identifying negative or unhelpful thought patterns and replacing them with more balanced, constructive perspectives. By doing this, I empower them to change behaviors that may be reinforcing distress or limiting their growth. I start by building a strong therapeutic relationship and assessing each client's unique challenges. Through structured conversations, I help them recognize cognitive distortions—patterns of thinking that may be exaggerated, irrational, or overly critical. Using Socratic questioning, I encourage them to examine the evidence behind their thoughts and explore alternative ways of thinking. Beyond talk therapy, I incorporate behavioral techniques to reinforce cognitive changes. I assign practical exercises and homework, such as thought records, behavioral experiments, and exposure exercises, to help clients apply what they learn in real-life situations. I also teach coping strategies like relaxation techniques, mindfulness, and problem-solving skills to help them manage stress and anxiety effectively. CBT is a collaborative, goal-oriented process, and I ensure that each client takes an active role in their progress. As we work together, I monitor their development, adjust strategies when needed, and equip them with tools they can use long after therapy ends. Ultimately, my focus is on creating lasting change by helping clients build self-awareness, develop healthier thinking patterns, and take control of their emotional well-being.