Hi! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Addictions Counselor in the state of Indiana. I received by Master's degree from the University of Saint Francis in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 2003 and received my licenses in 2009 and 2011 respectively. I have worked with a variety of clients in my nearly 20 years in the field ranging from children to adults and addressing many issues from depression to trauma and addictions.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session we will discuss what you are wanting to achieve in therapy, pertinent background information, your goals and how I can help you achieve those goals. We will discuss what you need from a therapist to be successful. We will also address any stumbling blocks that have gotten in the way in the past and how I can help you overcome them. We will set small weekly goals that will help you to achieve larger ones over time.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Clients and colleagues would say that my biggest strength is my compassion to help others. I believe that we as humans want to be healthy and live our best lives but sometimes life's curveballs can take us off course. I can help motivate you, support you and celebrate with you as you make necessary changes in your life. Sometimes we all need a supportive person, myself included, to help us be the best that we can be!
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I have been very effective in working with young adult to middle aged men and women, though the majority of my clients have been women. I work best with clients who have decided that they are ready to make changes in their lives to achieve success and are willing to take steps forward to create change.