I am a independently licensed therapist, with professional experience since 2014. I've earned my Bachelors in Art from Albany State University in Albany Georgia; and my Master's in Art Therapy/Counseling from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. My professional experience extends to working in the Illinois Department of Corrections, various hospital settings, community outpatient services, and crisis intervention settings.
The first session will typically consist of you and I getting familiar with one another. I belive it is important for both parties to become comfortable with each other before discussing the most serious topics.
Over the past several years of being a provider, I have developed skills to bond with my clients that improves the therapeutic relationship.
I use CBT for long terms solutions for Anxiety and Depression.
DBT is used in my practice for issues relating to depression, self esteem, and coping skills