I firmly believe that you possess the inner strength and resilience to overcome obstacles, and my role is to be your companion on this path to healing and self-discovery. Together, we'll navigate the complexities of life, identify patterns that may be overwhelming you, and work collaboratively toward meaningful change and personal growth. I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C). In my 20 years of clinical experience, I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including life transitions, relationship difficulties, grief, depression, anxiety, parenting problems, trauma, end-of-life transitioning, physical illness, and ADHD. I have also helped many people address attachment-related difficulties related to emotional abuse, abandonment, and neglect.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
I provide a safe emotional space for exploration of feelings and understand clients are individuals, needing unique support. I aim to always provide a supportive presence and believe respect, sensitivity, and compassion are paramount for a therapeutic alliance. My approach is eclectic, utilizing cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, solution-focused, mindfulness, and person-centered modalities. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy I have trained extensively in the areas of: Trauma Treatment, CBT, DBT, Grief Therapy, and Solution Focused therapy.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I specialize in supporting adolescents and adults. I also have a passion for working with advanced-age clients, those suffering serious medical conditions, and those in the "sandwich generation" who are consumed with caretaking for their children as well as their advanced-age parents.