LCMHC, 7 years of experience
I am a licensed therapist with over 7 years of experience specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), couples counseling, and Christian counseling. My passion is helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity, emotional resilience, and purpose. In my work with individuals, I primarily use CBT to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns that impact their mood and behavior. I believe in a practical, goal-oriented approach that equips clients with tools they can apply in everyday life, whether they're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, or life transitions. My sessions are collaborative and supportive, creating a space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. With couples, I focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and resolving conflict in ways that foster deeper connection. I draw from evidence-based methods like the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy, tailoring the process to fit each couple’s unique dynamic. For those who desire a faith-based approach, I also offer Christian counseling. I integrate biblical principles, prayer, and spiritual reflection into the therapeutic process when appropriate. This allows for holistic healing that honors both emotional and spiritual needs, offering hope and a stronger sense of purpose. What sets my practice apart is my commitment to creating a warm, judgment-free environment where real change can take place. I see therapy as a partnership—one that honors your story, builds on your strengths, and supports you in becoming the person or couple you’re called to be. Whether you’re facing a specific struggle or simply seeking to grow, I’m here to walk with you through the process. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to go through it alone.
Walking into therapy, especially for the first time can feel like a mix of hope, curiosity, and anxiety. Whether you're seeking support as an individual, a couple, or with a desire to integrate faith into the process, I want you to know this: you are welcome, and you are not alone. Our first session is about beginning that journey together in a way that feels safe, clear, and purposeful. First and foremost, my goal in our initial session is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard and respected. Therapy works best when there’s trust, and that starts with a strong foundation. I’ll begin by welcoming you and offering a brief overview of what our time together will look like what therapy is, what it isn’t, and how we can work collaboratively to meet your goals. I understand that sharing your story can be vulnerable. There is no pressure to "have it all figured out" or to know exactly what to say. You can go at your own pace. Whether you're coming in with a clear issue or just a sense that something needs to change, your story matters, and we’ll work through it together. If we haven’t already handled paperwork beforehand, I’ll briefly go over some initial forms during our first session. This includes informed consent, confidentiality agreements, and any intake information you've filled out. I’ll explain what confidentiality means, including its limits (such as in cases of safety concerns), so you feel fully informed and secure. The heart of our first session is getting to know you not just the problem that brought you in, but the person behind it. I’ll ask questions about what’s been going on lately, what brought you to therapy, and what you’re hoping to get out of it. Depending on your comfort level, we may explore things like: Current stressors or symptoms (e.g., anxiety, depression, relationship conflict) Past experiences or significant life events Relationships, family, and support systems Faith or spiritual life, if you’re open to incorporating it Strengths, values, and personal goals This isn’t a rapid-fire interview. It’s a conversation. You’re welcome to share as much or as little as you feel comfortable, and we’ll build from there. If you're part of a couple coming in together, we’ll spend time understanding both perspectives and the relational patterns that have brought you in. Once we’ve begun to understand the context, we’ll talk about your goals for therapy. This might sound like: “I want to stop overthinking everything.” “We want to r
What truly stands out in my therapeutic work is the emphasis I place on the therapeutic relationship itself. I believe that no method or model is effective without a strong foundation of trust, safety, and empathy. Every client is unique—emotionally, spiritually, and experientially. I make it a point to listen deeply and collaboratively tailor the therapy process to each individual or couple. While I work within structured frameworks like CBT, I avoid a one-size-fits-all mindset. Some clients need more space for emotional processing; others benefit from highly structured interventions and goal setting. I maintain a flexible approach, adjusting based on feedback and the evolving needs of the client.
Your ideal client is someone who is motivated to grow, open to self-reflection, and ready to actively engage in the therapy process. They may be individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, or life transitions, couples seeking to improve their communication and connection, or people of faith looking for a therapist who can integrate Christian values and biblical principles into counseling. They value a warm, structured, and practical approach and are looking not just for insight, but for real tools to make lasting change. Whether they're facing emotional challenges, relational struggles, or spiritual questions, your ideal client desires clarity, healing, and purpose, and is willing to do the work to get there.
As a therapist using CBT for 7 years, I've seen how effective it is in helping clients identify and change negative thought patterns. It's practical, goal-oriented, and empowers people with tools they can use in everyday life. The progress is often visible and deeply rewarding.
In my experience with couples counseling, I've found it to be a powerful process for improving communication, rebuilding trust, and resolving conflict. Guiding couples to understand each other’s perspectives and break unhelpful patterns has been both challenging and rewarding. It's especially fulfilling to witness moments of real connection and growth between partners.
In my experience with Christian counseling, it’s been meaningful to integrate faith with therapeutic work. I’ve seen how grounding sessions in biblical principles offers clients hope, direction, and a deeper sense of purpose. It allows for healing that addresses both emotional and spiritual needs, helping clients grow not just mentally, but in their walk with God.