I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor LPCC based in KY. I received my master's at Lindsey Wilson College of Professional Counseling. I have been in practice for 6 years. Life can be hard at times. We have challenges and experiences that seem impossible to deal with or get through. I want to help you navigate and make it through these difficult times. It is truly rewarding to see my clients grow and learn to love themselves. I am very passionate about what I do and one of my best qualities as a therapist is providing encouragement and listening because having a strong therapeutic relationship is vital for healing to even begin.
Initially, the first session is gathering some basic information. My main priority is building your trust. I realize I am a stranger, and you may not want to share much at your first appointment. I want you to feel safe. In the following sessions we will identify your concerns, needs, goals and build a treatment plan.
One of my greatest strengths as a therapist is encouraging and acknowledging your strengths. Most of us do not come to therapy with confidence and self-love. I have had many challenges, losses, and struggles in my life and I feel that this is also one of my greatest strengths because I made it through. I want to help you get through your difficult times. I am available evenings and weekends.
CBT is a modality allows the client to be aware of negative thought patterns that affect the way they feel and react to certain situations. CBT gives the client the ability to challenge negative thoughts so that they can think clearly and respond to situations in a productive way. I use this technique with most of my clients. It provides them with more knowledge of themselves. They learn how to challenge their negative thought patterns.
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing is an evidence-based practice that uses bilateral stimulation to process past trauma, anxiety, phobias, behavioral problems, addiction, and many other mental health issues. I use this technique with my clients especially when they have trauma, but it works great with every population. It is the most researched evidence based technique. It is amazing how effective it is at healing people.
Motivational Interviewing is a modality that is used to help people find motivation to make positive changes in their life. I incorporate this into all my sessions. I love providing encouragement and building confidence in my clients.
Integrative Therapy is a combination of different therapy modalities that allows therapist to provide the best approach for each individual. Every client that I see is unique. I match the therapy with the client and their specific challenges.