Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Pennsylvania. I received my Master's degree from Mount Aloysius College in 2021. I have been practicing counseling for 7 years. My specialty is helping individuals struggling with substance abuse disorder as well as individuals struggling mental illness such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and OCD. I strive to help individuals gain insight into their struggles and become the best version of themselves.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, we'll start with brief introductions and develop a rapport. Afterwards, we will identify specific challenges you're facing and create a game plan on how to tackle the challenges. This will help me create a plan on what to focus on during follow-up sessions.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Having worked with clients in an inpatient setting for 7 years, I have sharpened my skills in communication, building rapport, open-mindedness, patience, and more. I am easily able to connect with clients and often utilize humor to help build my rapport.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I best serve clients who struggle with mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, OCD, personality disorders and/or substance abuse.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have utilized CBT in my years of counseling with substance use disorder and mental illness. I use CBT to help clients change their thinking patterns and to help identify and manage their cognitive disorders and negative core beliefs.
Motivational Interviewing
In addition to CBT, I utilize Motivational Interviewing to help clients find where they are at in their change process and how to find motivation to move forward with change.
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
I utilize ERP for clients with OCD and other conditions similar to OCD such as Illness Anxiety Disorder.