Hi! People of all walks of life often go through tough times ... and I am here to help. Since 1991, I have worked with individuals across outpatient and inpatient settings, in homes and schools, and now through telehealth. I have assisted people with a variety of challenges--whether related to depression, anxiety and stress, trauma, behavioral control, self-esteem, substance use, life transition, and other issues. I believe in "possibilities thinking", goal setting, active strategizing, and frequent accounting of progress. As a long-term counselor and college psychology professor, I am well acquainted with many therapeutic approaches; however, I am somewhat partial to cognitive-behavioral therapy, relaxation and mindfulness, and solution-focused treatment. I am also formally EMDR-trained and DBT-Certified. There are many therapy options and providers--whomever you select, I wish you the best. Remember--it’s your life, your journey … make the most of it! Sincerely, Rick NOTE: At the current time, my availability will typically be from 7 - 10 pm on M-W-F evenings; 3 - 6 pm on T/TH afternoons; 8 - 10 am on most Saturday mornings; and varied times from 8 am - 8 pm on most Sundays. NOTE: I am accepting only adults (no children under 18). NOTE: I am offering only 1:1/individual therapy (no family or couples). NOTE: I do not engage in any court-ordered treatment. NOTE: I am interested in conducting therapy, not doing work-mandated, IEP, or other one-time (e.g., Drug & Alcohol or Mental Competency) evaluations. NOTE: Though an experienced Licensed Professional Counselor, I am not a Licensed Psychologist or a Psychiatrist. As such, I cannot conduct psychological testing or prescribe medications.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
You should expect that I wish to understand your problem, have you feel heard, and help you generate a plan to address your concerns. I will listen but also actively offer various ideas ... all within the general theme of self-knowledge, self-regulation, and functional living.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I truly want folks to feel "heard". I am very person-centered, recognizing that everyone has a unique situation and a different set of strengths and weaknesses. I enjoy fostering hope and reconsidering of realistic possibilities. Personally, I continue to gain new skills and insights and I continue to pursue cutting-edge thinking--having completed many doctoral-level courses in Psychology. I am also a long-term Psychology professor. I see my role as that of a facilitator, and I enjoy brainstorming about how to reach goals.
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Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
EMDR
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