Hello! I am an LCSW with over 30 years of experience working with adults, children and families in crisis programs, community based programs, inpatient, outpatient, and intensive outpatient mental health treatment. My goal is to help my clients attain more peace as they navigate the challenges of life. My experience is that most people know how they can improve their mood/meet their goals, but need someone to help shine a light on the path forward.
In our first session together, we’ll begin with brief introductions, and then begin the work of identifying issues and possible solutions. I believe it is an honor here personal story, and I will be sensitive to the time it takes to build trust. But I also understand that clients are coming to therapy to help create a path forward, and the first session will provide next steps.
In addition to a full “toolbox” of assessment and intervention tools, I have a warm and engaging style and sometimes use humor. I am collaborative, wishing to connect and create solutions together.
As every issue and challenge is unique, so is the path to resilience and change. I am skilled and experienced with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and take a person-centered and trauma-informed approach.