LCSW, 15 years of experience
I live in the Hampton Roads section of Virginia with my son and our dog. I enjoy spending time at the beach, hiking, reading, and traveling. I have been a licensed clinical social worker for over 15 years and have worked in the field of mental health both, in-patient and out-patient, for over 25 years. I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)and Rational Emotive (RET) therapies to guide patients toward a greater understanding of themselves with the goal of emotional equilibrium or “balance.” Living in such a large military community has also provided opportunities to work with active-duty personnel and their families. I have successfully treated patients with depression, anxiety, Bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, and trauma histories.
We will spend our first session together reviewing your history, allowing me to clarify my understanding of the challenges with which you are faced, and identifying a realistic and achievable goals.
I am not a traditional psychotherapist. I weave therapy into the conversation as I learn and understand you and the life circumstances that have challenged you. While I don't claim to be an "empath," my approach is both sensitive and respectful. I respect the therapeutic relationship and in so doing, respect the histories and stories that have made us who we are. I will make a concerted effort to "walk" a few steps in your shoes.
I enjoy “walking with” clients motivated to change. Change is frightening. Whether you are confronting the irrational thoughts and beliefs that sustain anxiety and/or depression, or accepting that you have a substance use problem; taking that step to change can feel overwhelming and terrifying. Walk with me. If you are ready to change, let me walk with you.
4 ratings with written reviews
July 10, 2025
Excellent communicator with tangible goals and candid mutual discovery
May 19, 2025
This is my second appointment with Jeff and he was really inspiring and uplifting despite me kind of having a set back since our last appointment. I feel like we really got down to solutions with sprinkles of humor that felt uplifting. I really appreciate his outlook on life.
April 23, 2025
Very good introduction. Is very personable and helped identify points of personal stressors, behavior changes I should make, and future topics to discuss.
My approach to our varied struggles is grounded in the belief that our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are interconnected, and by identifying and challenging irrational beliefs, we can achieve lasting. Change.