Licensed to practice in Tennessee and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Anger Management, Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.
(he/him)
New to Grow
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes therapy should feel safe, human, and a little less intimidating. I earned my MSW from the University of Memphis and have worked in a variety of settings, including clinics, schools, and residential programs. I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you can talk openly, at your own pace, without judgment. Together, we’ll focus on what matters most to you and build practical tools for real life.
In our first session, you can expect a calm, welcoming space where we focus on getting to know you and what brings you to therapy. We’ll talk about your goals, what you’d like to feel or do differently, and what support looks like for you right now. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and not rushed. You’ll leave with a clearer sense of direction and a plan we can build on together.
I work by meeting you exactly where you are, taking into account your life, relationships, and environment—not just the problem you’re facing. I use evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT to help you better understand your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while building practical coping skills. Our work is collaborative, supportive, and paced to fit your needs, because therapy should feel like something done with you, not to you.
An ideal client for my telehealth private practice is someone who’s ready to show up honestly, even if they’re not sure where to begin. They’re often navigating anxiety, relationship stress, life transitions, or burnout, and they want a space where they don’t have to perform or hold everything together. They’re reflective, open to learning about themselves, and willing to try new strategies—even if change feels uncomfortable at first. They value collaboration. They’re not looking for someone to “fix” them, but for a therapist who can help them understand patterns, build emotional resilience, and move toward a life that feels more grounded and aligned with their values. Their goals might include improving communication, strengthening boundaries, healing from past experiences, or simply feeling more regulated day‑to‑day. Most importantly, my ideal client is someone who believes that therapy can help them grow, and is ready to invest in that process at a pace that feels safe and sustainable.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. In session, we work together to identify unhelpful thinking patterns—like catastrophizing, all‑or‑nothing thinking, or harsh self‑criticism—and explore how those patterns influence daily stress, relationships, and decision‑making. CBT with me is active and collaborative. I guide clients through exercises such as examining evidence for and against a distressing thought, practicing cognitive reframing, or developing healthier behavioral routines that support their goals. We break problems down into manageable parts and build skills that clients can apply outside of session, like grounding techniques, structured problem‑solving, or thought‑tracking. My approach is supportive and practical: clients leave sessions with insight into their patterns and concrete tools they can use immediately. Over time, CBT helps them feel more regulated, confident, and capable of navigating challenges with clarity rather than overwhelm.
I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients build practical, real‑world skills for managing emotions, improving relationships, and staying grounded during stressful moments. In session, we focus on four core areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT with me is structured, supportive, and very hands‑on. We practice noticing emotions without judgment, identifying triggers, and choosing responses that align with long‑term goals rather than short‑term impulses. I guide clients through strategies like paced breathing, opposite‑action, checking the facts, and building a personalized coping plan they can use between sessions. Because DBT is skills‑based, clients leave each session with something concrete to try—whether it’s a mindfulness exercise, a communication script, or a distress‑tolerance tool for moments when emotions feel overwhelming. Over time, DBT helps clients feel more regulated, more confident in their ability to handle difficult situations, and more connected to the life they want to build.