I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist with 7 years of experience. I work with teens, adults, and older adults, helping them navigate a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where clients can explore their emotions, gain insight, and develop effective tools to overcome obstacles.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session, you can expect a welcoming and supportive environment where you will feel safe sharing your story. I'll take time to get to know you by asking questions about your current challenges, personal history, and your goals for therapy. This session is a collaborative space where we will work together to identify what's more important to you and outline a clear direct for our work.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I am highly skilled in tailoring evidence-based approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, attachment-based theory, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, to meet the unique needs of each client. My extensive experience with trauma, anxiety, and life transitions enables me to guide clients through their challenges with a focus on empowerment, resilience, and growth. .
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I am best positioned to serve individuals who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, and relational difficulties. This includes teens who may be struggling with identify, self-esteem, or school related stress; adults managing the pressures of work, relationships, or personal growth, and older adults facing grief, loss, or significant life changes.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
In my practice, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a core approach to help clients better understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Over the years, I have found CBT to be incredibly effective, particularly when working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, or the impacts of trauma. I collaborate with clients to identify and challenge negative thought patterns that may be holding them back, helping them replace these with more balanced and constructive ways of thinking.
Attachment-based
I have extensive experience using attachment-based theory to help clients understand how early relationships and attachment patterns influence their emotional well-being and current relationships. In my practice, I focus on creating a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore these dynamics, particularly when working with trauma, anxiety, and relationship challenges. I guide clients in identifying patterns rooted in their attachment experiences and support them in developing healthier, more secure connections with themselves and others.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I incorporate Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to help clients identify their strengths, resources, and goals while focusing on practical solutions rather than dwelling on problems. In my practice, I guide clients to envision their desired outcomes and identifying small, actionable steps to achieve them. By emphasizing what's already working in their lives, I help client's build confidence and create sustainable change.