LPC, 5 years of experience
Hi there! I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado. It has long been my passion and purpose to support others in my community. With over eight years of experience working in diverse community settings and with vulnerable populations, I’ve come to deeply value the power of connection, support, and having the right tools to navigate life’s challenges. I approach my work with warmth, empathy, and a commitment to helping each person find their path toward healing and resilience. I’m truly honored and excited to walk alongside those navigating life’s transitions and seeking personal growth.
During our first session, it is my goal to learn as much as I can about you and your goals for treatment. In this session, you will also learn about me, and my style of therapy so you can make an informed decision if I am a good match.
What stands out about my therapeutic approach is the balance I bring between being a supportive guide and a directive, engaged clinician. I draw from specialized training in DBT, EMDR, IFS, and trauma-informed care, allowing me to tailor sessions to each client’s unique needs while integrating evidence-based methods for meaningful, lasting change. I work collaboratively with clients—following their lead while offering ongoing strategies, tools, and insights to support progress both in and out of session. I create a space that is open, warm, and nonjudgmental, and I genuinely welcome feedback to ensure the work we’re doing remains aligned with each client’s goals and evolving needs.
I’m here to support clients from all walks of life who are ready to grow and reach their fullest potential. I take a personalized approach, working collaboratively with each individual to identify meaningful goals and explore tools and strategies that align with their unique journey. With several years of experience supporting individuals who have faced a wide range of traumatic experiences, I strive to create a safe, compassionate, and nurturing space where healing and self-discovery can unfold. I’m deeply passionate about walking alongside those who are ready to invest in themselves and take the next steps toward a more fulfilling life.
In my practice, I use DBT to support clients in building skills across the core modules of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. I incorporate strategies such as chain analysis to identify behavior patterns and use diary cards to track progress and reinforce skill use in daily life. Even when symptoms aren't tied to trauma, I apply DBT techniques to reduce emotional reactivity, increase distress tolerance, and promote more stable and effective coping.
In my practice, I use EMDR to help clients process and reframe distressing memories by guiding them through bilateral stimulation while focusing on targeted thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations. I integrate strategies such as the installation of positive cognitions and resourcing techniques, like the "calm place" exercise, to strengthen emotional regulation and resilience. Additionally, I incorporate EMDR-informed interventions to reduce symptoms of anxiety and stress, even when not trauma-related, by targeting present-day triggers and reinforcing adaptive coping mechanisms.
I use IFS to help clients identify and connect with their internal parts, fostering a compassionate relationship between the Self and protective or wounded parts. I guide clients through unblending, mapping parts, and working with exiles and protectors to promote internal harmony and healing. Even when symptoms aren't trauma-related, IFS techniques support emotional regulation and self-understanding by addressing inner conflicts and promoting balance within the system.