Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Case Manager with 25 years experience in medical social work in both inpatient and outpatient settings. When working with individuals, I try to create a safe, warm, and inviting space for you to understand yourself, gain new coping skills, and different perspectives. I use both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques, Brief Solution Focused, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy to help you.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
You can expect in our first session to discuss what to expect in therapy, have space to learn about what brings you to therapy, and come up with goals that will guide our time together. I will ask some basic intake questions about your history and current needs. At the end, we can discuss if we are a good fit to continue with ongoing treatment.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Establishing rapport and creating a safe place for a relationship between individual and therapist is vital for improving outcomes. My goal is to make my clients comfortable with the process of therapy, understand as best as I can, and provide some flexibility about what works best for individual clients. Lastly, I use my sense of humor in different ways throughout the process.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal clients are those that have a new adjustment in life, are struggling with identity, and relationships.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Our thoughts can guide our behavior and mood. I incorporate CBT to identify the negative thoughts that effect bad feelings about yourself. Through exploring those thoughts, we can reframe negative to more positive perspectives.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
You know you best and might have some of the answers within yourself already. We identify what is not working in your life and ideas that might help.
2 ratings with written reviews
April 29, 2025
Excellent insights and great assistance with dealing with family issues.
February 25, 2025
Very helpful, excellent insights and advice.