Have you lost your balance in relationships and need to recalibrate? Want to close the gap between who you are and who you want to be? Do you feel anxiety or depression robbing you of your own life and need help finding the GOOD? I can help! As a licensed mental health counselor working in private practice, I have experience with children, individuals, couples, and families. As a school district counselor leader and trainer, as well as a fitness instructor, I can help guide you to live your best life through goal setting and goal reaching in nearly every area of your life. It may feel like a big step to email or call, but it will be worth it! I would be honored to support you in unraveling the knots of your heart, mind, and body and help you breathe easily, taking next steps for growth on your unique journey.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In your first session with me, you can expect a few key things to happen, though it may vary slightly depending on the needed approach or the type of therapy. Introductions and Rapport Building – I will introduce myself, explain my background, and clarify my approach. This is also an opportunity for the you to get a sense of who I am and whether you feel comfortable. Overview of the Therapeutic Process – I may explain how therapy works, what to expect in terms of structure, and discuss confidentiality and its limits (e.g., safety concerns or harm to self/others). Presenting Concerns – I will ask questions to understand why you sought therapy. This might include exploring your current struggles, emotional state, or any events that brought you to therapy. I may ask about you history (e.g., mental health, relationships, life stressors). Setting Goals – The therapist may work with the client to start identifying what they hope to achieve in therapy. These goals may evolve over time, but it's helpful to have a direction, even early on.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

Empathy – The ability to deeply understand and connect with a client's emotions, struggles, and experiences. Active Listening – My capacity to truly listen, without judgment, and to pick up on both verbal and non-verbal cues. Emotional Intelligence – Being in tune with you own emotions as well as understanding and managing the emotions of others in a therapeutic context. Patience – The understanding that progress in therapy can take time, and the ability to remain patient with clients as they work through difficult issues. Communication Skills – The ability to convey thoughts, feedback, and coping strategies in a way that is clear, compassionate, and effective. Problem-Solving Skills – Helping clients gain clarity on issues and offering practical tools and strategies to manage challenges. Adaptability – Flexibility in tailoring approaches to meet the specific needs of each individual client. Boundaries – Maintaining professional boundaries that foster trust and a healthy therapeutic relationship.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

Do you need someone to listen with compassion and help you take your next steps? Are you searching for insight into the incredible challenge of parenting or struggling to connect with others? Are you a teenager and want someone to listen as you navigate school, build confidence, or manage your social life and family so you can feel comfortable and confident in a confusing world? Have you lost your balance in relationships and need to recalibrate? Want to close the gap between who you are and who you want to be? Do you feel anxiety or depression robbing you of your own life and need help finding the GOOD? I can help!

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