I have been practicing as a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the District of Columbia for the last 10 years. I obtained a Masters in Clinical Counseling from the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut. My expertise involves working with teenagers and adults , especially at risk youth. My mantra is to ''keep the hope alive'' by encouraging young people to explore meaning in their lives. I have also worked with the immigrant population in addressing issues of adjustment , assimilation and conflict.
First session will most certainly be about building rapport and trust. This would be followed by an exploration of the presenting problem.
I bring empathy and good listening skills to my practice.
I take great pleasure in working with teenagers and adults.
I have used CBT in treatment for at least five years now. After initial rapport is developed and a presenting problem identified, subsequent sessions involve challenging irrational thoughts. Reframing irrational thoughts is an important feature allowing for goal setting and skill building.