I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Kentucky with seven years of combined therapy and case management experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges. I specialize in working with individuals suffering from anxiety, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, self-esteem issues, and codependency. I look at the bigger picture of your life and take a collaborative approach with my clients to figure out what areas we can work on helping you change to improve the quality of your life.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In the first session, clients can expect a welcoming and supportive environment where we focus on building rapport and getting to know each other. We'll take some time to discuss your background and experiences, helping me understand where you've been and what you're currently going through. This initial conversation is an opportunity for you to share your story and for me to learn more about your unique situation. We'll also complete some necessary intake paperwork, which includes screening for anxiety and depression. This process helps us establish a baseline and tailor our work together to your specific needs. My goal is to make you feel comfortable and understood from the very beginning, setting the stage for a positive and productive therapeutic journey.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
As a therapy provider, my greatest strengths lie in being insightful and understanding, which helps me deeply connect with clients and grasp the nuances of their experiences. I balance a friendly and caring demeanor with a willingness to be confrontational when necessary, challenging clients to explore difficult topics and make meaningful changes. My curiosity drives me to continuously learn and grow, while my supportive nature ensures that clients feel heard and valued throughout our sessions. I am also a good listener, always providing a safe space for clients to express themselves freely.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I utilize Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to help you understand and manage your emotions more effectively through four central skill focuses: emotional regulation, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Learning these combined skills can help you to better cope with stress, reduce your emotional distress, more effectively manage your relationships with others, and gain greater self-awareness and balanced perspective.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Ever feel like you’re your own worst enemy or you’re getting in your own way? I can help with that! The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques I use include recognizing distorted and negative thinking patterns that are causing you to have intense anxiety, depression, and self-doubt. We can look at behaviors that you may want or need to change to feel better and help you develop the ability to problem-solve in the areas of your life ripe for change.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Are you bogged down from trying to wrap your head around the things in life that you can’t change? Acceptance and Commitment Therapy can help! I use ACT to help you identify what you value most in life and deal with your emotions rather than running from your problems and the way they make you feel. We can work together to help you develop the psychological flexibility to work toward change while managing your stress effectively.