I have been practicing for 27 years, working with a wide variety of populations and in many different settings. I have a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision and an MA in Counseling and Rehabilitation. I am independently licensed as a professional counselor in KY and MO. I practice primarily from an existential-humanistic approach while also utilizing evidence-based therapies that are the most effective for treating the specific disorders, symptoms, or behaviors with which the individual presents. Aside from practicing therapy, I have a special interest in multiculturalism, social justice, and advocacy work. I believe extraneous social factors also have an impact on our emotional well-being, so I am involved in activism work that I believe will assist in changing the lives of people I serve.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Ultimately, therapy is most effective when there is a strong therapeutic alliance between the client and the therapist and this develops from genuine unconditional positive regard and empathy. When this occurs, it creates a safe space where clients feel they can be open and honest to work through issues and problems without fear of judgment or criticism. I feel so honored to be able to serve and treat the people I do.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I practice primarily from an existential-humanistic approach. I also add evidence-based therapies that are most effective for the symptoms or disorder present. Some of the methods I use include polyvagal theory, somatic therapies, ACT, DBT, CBT, and motivational interviewing.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have a lot of experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, personality disorders.