Licensed to practice in Florida and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression and 10 more.
(she/her)
New to Grow
I am a mental health therapist with over 14 years of experience, specializing in working with adults and couples from diverse backgrounds. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and integrates evidence-based practices with Christian values for clients who seek spiritual guidance. I provide a safe and supportive space to explore thoughts, emotions, and relationship challenges while aligning with faith-based principles. Whether addressing anxiety, depression, life transitions, or strengthening relationships, I help clients build coping skills, foster healing, and find growth rooted in both resilience and spiritual well-being.
In the first session, clients can expect a welcoming and supportive environment where they can share their concerns and goals for therapy. I will gather information about their personal history, current challenges, and any factors impacting their emotional well-being. Together, we’ll explore what brought them to therapy, discuss their values, and begin developing a treatment plan tailored to their needs. This session is also an opportunity for clients to ask questions, share expectations, and start building a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
My greatest strengths as a provider include creating a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and supported. I tailor my approach to each client’s unique needs. I excel in integrating evidence-based practices with Christian values for those seeking spiritual guidance. My ability to foster trust, guide clients through emotional challenges, and help them build practical coping strategies and meaningful connections are core strengths that contribute to their healing and growth.
I am best positioned to serve adults, couples and families who are seeking support for challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, and managing life stressors. I specialize in working with clients from diverse backgrounds who value a compassionate, evidence-based approach, including those who wish to integrate Christian values into their therapeutic journey. My ideal clients are motivated to explore their thoughts and feelings, improve communication and coping skills, and work toward personal growth, healing, and deeper connections in their relationships.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I assist clients to identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts, develop healthier perspectives, and practice new behaviors. Through psychoeducation, cognitive restructuring, and behavioral techniques like exposure or activation. I also guide clients in building coping skills, fostering resilience, and improving their emotional and mental well-being collaboratively and compassionately.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Provide Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) by helping clients build psychological flexibility through mindfulness, acceptance, and values-based actions. Clients learn to accept difficult thoughts and emotions, focus on the present moment, and commit to meaningful goals aligned with their values, fostering resilience and a deeper sense of purpose.
Child Parent Psychotherapy
Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) supports caregivers and children in strengthening their relationship to promote healing from trauma or stress. Through reflective dialogue, play, and addressing "shark music" triggers, I help caregivers understand their child’s needs, foster secure attachment, and create a nurturing environment for emotional and developmental growth.
Christian Counseling
Through Christian counseling I integrate psychological principles with biblical truths to support clients in addressing emotional and spiritual challenges. Through prayer, scripture, and evidence-based practices, I guide clients in deepening their faith, finding hope and healing, and aligning their thoughts and behaviors with their values and spiritual beliefs.
Gottman method
Through Gottman method Couples Therapy, it help partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen their relationship using research-based techniques. Through structured exercises, I guide couples in managing conflict, fostering emotional connection, and deepening intimacy while focusing on friendship, shared meaning, and creating a foundation for lasting relationship success.