Experienced working with adolescents, couples and adults experiencing a variety of challenges including trauma, anxiety, depression, adoption-related concerns, relationship issues, grief and parenting issues. I utilize a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Mindfulness, DBT and Family therapy to assist people in working towards building healthy relationships and learning to cope with stressful life events in healthy ways. Prior experience includes Military Family Life Counselor, Clinical therapist at a Residential treatment center for adolescents, Private practice and clinical work in an injury and pain clinic.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Our first session it is about me getting to know you and how I can best help you. Getting a history, figuring out what your goals for therapy are and coming up with a plan to get you feel better.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I use a multilevel approach. I am not a one-size-fits-all counselor. I use many different modalities to assist each need. From CBT, DBT, Rogierian to Solution-Focused. I will offer various strategies and tools to assist you.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have a passion for people and helping them on their journey. We all go through difficulties but you don't have to do it alone. I am caring, genuine, compassionate and encouraging. I will supply a supportive, validating environment to assist you in your growth and help you face life's many challenges.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I enjoy working with men and women who are facing life's challenges and are wanting to overcome the obstacles. Helping people make progress on their journey and see the growth is so rewarding! If you are feeling stuck or caught up in the "what if's..." in life and haven't been able to break through, then I would love to talk with you.