I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in North Carolina. I was awarded my master's degree from Walden University. I work with individuals with various mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and many more. I also help new moms with the "mom guilt" and struggles that come from transitioning into being a parent. I utilize multiple evidence-based practices to support my clients and help them to reach their mental health goals.
In our first session I will set aside time to get to know you as a whole person. We will work together to identify your current goals and develop individualized methods to overcome these and future challenges. I will answer any questions you have about the therapeutic process and provide information about my experience and modalities I offer that will suit your situation. During the first session I want to get to know you as a person, your experiences and life events that influence who you are.
My greatest strength as a provider is my understanding of the breadth of human experience and an open mindedness leading to acceptance. I am able to relate to many individuals because of my own experiences in life. I utilize holistic care along with personal experience to create an authentic therapeutic relationship.
I use CBT to challenge negative thoughts and thinking patterns. CBT therapy helps increase the awareness of how our thoughts, behaviors and feelings are all related and affect mental health.
I use mindfulness to help increase awareness of body, feelings and environment influence. Mindfulness assists with finding balance and reduce anxiety and depression.
I feel strength-based therapy plays a role in every type of treatment modality. Strength-based therapy helps with confidence, anxiety, and many other mental health struggles.