I view my work as a therapist through a multicultural lens, and I customize my approach depending on the unique needs of every individual I work with. Many people have told me they’ve been frustrated by therapists in the past who sat quietly and provided very little feedback. In response, I’ve developed a forthright, solutions-oriented style of engaging with my clients that encourages them to set goals for themselves and empowers them to work toward them. I also have experience working with clients who prefer a softer, less structured approach, so I can customize the therapy experience to each person.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our initial session, we'll begin by introducing ourselves briefly before delving into the specific obstacles you're encountering. By identifying these challenges upfront, we can develop a personalized plan to address them effectively in subsequent sessions. This approach ensures that our therapy sessions are focused and productive, tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Many people have told me they’ve been frustrated in the past when they have left therapy feeling they do not have tangible tools to work with and provided very little feedback. In response, I’ve developed a forthright, solutions-oriented style of engaging with my clients that encourages them to set goals for themselves and empowers them to work toward them. I challenge my client's and point out ways in which thoughts may be hindering growth.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
Adults today face many professional, personal, academic, and other responsibilities. Relationships are inherently problematic and require continual maintenance. Worse yet, life has a way of throwing a wrench into people’s plans, usually when they least expect it. Most of us are never taught healthy coping mechanisms for dealing with stress. In fact, many people grow up in abusive, toxic, or invalidating environments that set them up for stress later in life. Modern technology is another common source of stress. Social media and other digital information sources have made it easier than ever before for us to compare ourselves to the idealized (and often fictitious) versions of others. So it’s no surprise that people often end up feeling like they are somehow lesser than their peers. These factors are taking their toll, with nearly one in five adults in the U.S. suffering from chronic anxiety. For adults who are facing economic difficulties, discrimination, or other systemic barriers, these numbers are even higher. Fortunately, anxiety is very treatable.