LMFT, 3 years of experience
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist and Marriage and Family Therapist. My training journey has led me to embrace EMDR techniques and Harvard's mindfulness approaches in clinical practice. With a doctorate in education and a master's in marriage and family therapy as well as being an intervention specialist, I'm thoroughly equipped to support the unique journeys of adults, children, teens, and parents.
I believe that therapy should be a collaborative journey where individuals and families feel empowered to create positive change in their lives. My therapeutic approach draws from evidence-based techniques, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness practices, MRI (Mental Research Institute) approaches, Genogram analysis, Narrative therapy, collaborative approaches, psychoeducation, as well as art and play therapy. By integrating these approaches into therapy, I help clients develop inner strength, emotional resilience, and a sense of purpose.
I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals and families can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Together, we will identify your goals, uncover underlying patterns, and develop practical strategies to foster growth, healing, and lasting change.
I am an easy-going psychotherapist with a sense of humor, who provides compassionate and effective counseling services to individuals, couples, and families. My areas of practice are· Anxiety · Depression· Stress · Divorce ·Marital/Pre-marital ·Parenting ·Couple/Family Conflict· Learning Disabilities · LGBTQIA+ · Life Coaching ·Mood Disorders · Panic Attacks · Peer Relationships · Behavioral Issues · Career Counseling · Codependency · Coping Skills. I support the unique journeys of adults, children, teens, and parents. I accept insurance. With a client-centered therapeutic approach in mind, I deeply respect and honor my clients' needs, cultural and spiritual beliefs while employing the most appropriate therapeutic methods to guide them.
Challenge clients negative thoughts and distortions about themselves and the world to correct the thoughts leading to a happier and more positive life.
Utilize play and art therapy and some PCIT approach to help improve parenting and relationship between children and their parents.
Have clients process thoughts and emotions by creating their own stories either in writing or verbalizing it. May use symbolic approach such as writing a letter to the decease.
Skills training, teaching clients how to enjoy the present moment by modeling and practicing mindful drinking, eating, walking or beathing.