During my graduate internship at UTSW Zale Lipshy Inpatient Psychiatric Unit in Dallas, Texas I discovered my passion working with individuals struggling with the day-to-day challenges of their mental health and life’s obstacles. I engaged with them on treatment planning, individual and group therapy, education as well as case management. After graduation I worked full time on the unit until 2017 when I transferred to UTSW William P. Clements University Hospital Emergency Department working with adults from age 18+ mostly with those needing/requesting mental health treatment. I left my position at UTSW in 2022 to begin my private practice and help those struggling remain in the community and not become hospitalized.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
I have motivated individuals, couples and families to engage in change. My goal and mission is to challenge and encourage individuals to see themselves and their situations through a different lens. Together we can make that happen! I have an extensive "toolbox" and encourage clients to build their own.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I have engaged clients in Cognitive behavioral Therapy, Reminiscent Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy as well as Motivational Interviewing.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Working to manage depression, anxiety, addiction, substance use/abuse, grief and/or suicidal ideation is my calling as I easily connect with others.