Hi! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and have been practicing psychotherapy for over 20 years. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family/relationship conflicts, low self-esteem, depression and more! I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In my initial consultation, I like to let the client know a couple of "house keeping" guidelines and what to expect going into their first session . During the initial session, I gain background information that will help set the stage one the client is ready to discuss their presenting problems.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I am non-judgmental and I work at the client's pace, not mine. I use reflection so as to ensure that I'm hearing the client correctly. I am client-centered. I want to know about the client's family of origin and I like to get that information by asking, for example, "What was meal time like when growing up?" I also like to provide activities and coping mechanisms that the client can utilize when they are experiencing negative feelings.

About Jodi S. Flanigan