(she/her)
I'm a licensed mental health counselor who likes being authentic and direct with my clients without being judgmental. People want realness from their therapist, not a cold and and clinical approach. My approach to treatment is holistic, multicultural, and collaborative. I want my clients to feel in control of their lives and be proactive in their treatment. Together we will help you identify the things that are holding you back and you will learn the skills needed to propel you forward. This journey is yours and I'm here to assist you in reaching your goals.
Our first session will be getting to know each other. I'll be gathering information from you so I can get to know you and your situation better. We will go over questions about your history, concerns, and goals for therapy.
I'm very real with my clients and building trust and mutual respect with my clients is important to me. Authenticity, mutual trust, and respect are the foundation of a successful therapeutic relationship. We will work together to design your treatment plan and consider not only your mental, emotional, and physical well-being, but also respect your cultural identity, spirituality, gender identify, sexual orientation, and relationship structures (monogamy, ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, etc.).
I work with individuals experiencing life stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, women's issues (perimenopause and menopause related mental wellness), and life transitions (divorce/break-ups, dating again, empty nest, etc.). I'll help you identify the things that are holding you back and you'll learn skills to move you forward. I respect all genders, cultures, spiritual beliefs, lifestyles, sexual orientations, and relationship structures (monogamy, ethical non-monogamy).
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Focuses on the relationship between thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I’ve been using CBT for years to help clients identify and change negative thoughts and beliefs that lead to negative emotions and unhelpful behaviors.
Mind-body approach
The mind-body approach is a holistic strategy designed to reduce stress and promote overall well-being. It focuses on the interactions between the mind, body, and behavior to improve physical and mental well-being. It includes Somatic therapy. Techniques that may be used are meditation, relaxation and breathing exercises, and movement based therapies like yoga, tai-chi, and pilates.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing helps clients to explore and resolve ambivalence about making changes. I use motivational interviewing to help instill confidence and motivate clients to make positive changes in their lives.
Psychoeducation
This approach empowers clients by teaching them about their diagnosis, treatment, and self-management, and helps to reduce the stigma associated with mental health. Tools used include worksheets, articles, books, websites, educational videos and other resources.
Strength-Based
Strength-based therapy focuses on the client's strengths, resilience, and resourcefulness. It empowers clients to solve problems by utilizing existing personal strengths and positive emotions, promoting a growth mindset.