LCSW, 20 years of experience
Being at peace in the world as we face life's stresses and difficulties. This is the place I hope to bring my clients. Life is a challenge - one finds sadness and joy; darkness and light; despair and hope. We can learn how to face all of these experiences, accepting both the consolation and the trials inherent in each. I can help clients navigate this great journey, as they build the habits needed to bring fullness of life. I hold a Master's degree in Social Work from Portland State University and have practiced in the areas of adults, children & families, couples, and geriatrics for nearly 20 years. I focus on working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, & grief. I have substantial experience working with binge-eating disorder, geriatrics, substance use, sexual abuse, child abuse, domestic violence, and suicide. I developed my clinical experience at Vitas Healthcare (hospice), the Seminole Tribe of Florida, and other agencies both in the United States and the United Kingdom.
As we work together, we will develop a plan that fits the goals you would like to accomplish in therapy. In each session you will learn new ways to face the difficulties that arise in your life. You should expect, as with any change you want in your life, that sometimes you may find the process difficult. But what is most amazing, is how the difficulty will also bring a sense of hope in your life. You can begin to see a light at the end of the tunnel.
I believe my biggest strength would be my ability to be genuine, to connect with the pain being expressed during the time of therapy. Also, that through this connection, I am able to help you challenge yourself to change and to live a life that is filled with a sense of purpose and mission.
This therapy has changed the lives of my clients. It is highly effective and people get better sooner. If you would like to learn more about this therapy, go to this link: https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/
This therapy helps my clients to notice, learn about, and correct distortions in their thinking - and to then experience less emotional disturbance.