I am so glad you are seeking help for whatever is troubling you. I am passionate about helping individuals feel better and improve their quality of life. Whether it's to solve problems, improve the ability to cope with the enormous difficulties facing us during these very challenging times, or heal from past or recent trauma, I'm ready to work with you to start making a change. I work with people struggling with relationship problems, mood disorders such as Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD, as well as gender affirming therapy for the daily struggles faced by the LGBTQ+ community. --- No judgement here! I have an office for those who are in close enough proximity to visit in person, as well as tele-health, giving access to most everyone. I am free spirited, transparent, and real. I have 20+ years of experience working with various populations in a crisis setting, outpatient behavioral health clinics, school health, and private practice. I attended graduate school at Temple University where I earned my master's degree in Social Work.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
During our first session, we will begin to get to know one another. I will ask you a lot of questions that will help me assess the nature of your problems, and you are free to ask me questions as well. We will talk about what's troubling you and explore your goals for therapy. At the end of our first session, we will decide together if we think that we are a good fit to help you achieve your therapy goals. Sessions typically last from about 45 minutes to an hour.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
My therapy is very individualized, and person centered (you won't be working through some manual that -a. you could purchase for yourself from amazon, and b. assumes that everyone's problems fit into a box). I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Creative Art Expression, Trauma Informed Person-Centered, and EMDR. I am a Certified Trauma Specialist, and a Certified Adolescent Trauma Specialist.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I am a very warm, friendly person. I like to laugh, and I think therapy should be enjoyable experience.