Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 19 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression and 4 more.
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New to Grow
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience. I pride myself in continued educational enhancement. With my education, experience, and continued growth, I can help my client to see the counseling session as a rewarding experience and an oasis of serenity. I have serviced a wide population and demographic to include clients from age 6 to 97 years old; all with various ethnicities, income status, occupation, and of course "need"
I understand the challenges of the ability to trusting and opening up to stranger. However, Your the first session is a collaborative, introductory meeting. We’ll review paperwork and confidentially discuss your history. It’s a space to build rapport, not a test. You share only what you feel comfortable with, as we establish goals to tailor your future sessions. Ideal is to establish a comforting and non judgmental session.
My experience consists of delivering guidance throughout numerous settings (Individual, group, couples, and family) at various levels of acuity: Telephonic environment, Outpatient, Community Rehabilitation, Residential, and Inpatient. I am skilled in using various therapeutic approaches; Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing Therapy, Client Centered, or a combination of approaches, if found necessary, to meet the essential needs of the individual.
I don’t believe in the “ideal client”; yet, I have work well with children as young as 6 to 97 years old. Currently, the focus on adult individuals/couples who are dealing with depression, anxiety, work stress, grief, relational issues, and various life stressors. My goals are developing rapport, emotional regulations, foster coping skills to navigate life uncertainties while building self esteem and healthy relationships.
I have over 20 years experiences with CBT treatment method. My approach and experience with this treatment rely on several structured, hands-on strategies to help you break negative