New to Grow
I am a Licensed Mental Health Clinician in New York State with two decades of experience in behavioral health. My work has taught me that anxiety and life stress can interfere with many aspects of our lives, and these experiences are unique to everyone. I am also a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Clinician, trained in working with those who have experienced emotional, psychological, and physical abuse by narcissistic and antagonistic individuals.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Our first session will be focused on two different areas - first, us getting to know each other a bit better; second, goal setting - what do you wish to get out of our time together? Sometimes this is clear and can be addressed immediately and sometimes it takes a little longer but we will start working on this from our first hour together.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My therapeutic approach is a combination of Cognitive-Behavioral therapy (related to why we think, feel, and behave the way we do), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (focuses on living in alignment with personal values and increasing psychological flexibility to achieve life goals) and strengths-based work. I feel strongly that the client sets the goals and the therapist provides the tools to help achieve the goals while providing a safe environment to explore and express thoughts and feelings.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
Life can be challenging and sometimes all of us need just a little help managing stress or working through anxiety. What often happens is we get so busy that we put off seeking that help until we are really overwhelmed or maybe even asking for that help can be what overwhelms us. If this sounds a bit like you please be assured that it is never too late to tackle anxiety and stress! I have many tools and strategies intended to help you develop skills to manage these concerns.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is effective in challenging our automatic negative thoughts and cognitive distortions.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
ACT is a great adjunct to CBT because it incorporates mindfulness and awareness to help work through anxiety and things we avoid.
Psychoeducation
Psychoeducation is generally provided in helping clients understand the world more effectively.