Hello! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Supervisor, and School Counselor based out of Florida. I have a Specialist Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Masters Degree in Guidance and Counseling. I have spent over 20 years helping individuals reach their mental health goals in private practice and working with teens and adolescents in the school system. It is never too early or too late to maximize your potential.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our initial session, there will be brief introductions and discussion of the presenting issues. We will discuss goals and expectations for future sessions. The first session is really a time to get to know each other and develop a therapeutic partnership.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Having worked with teens and adolescents for over 20 years, I have the experience, knowledge, and, most importantly, the ability to establish a trusted rapport with this particular group of individuals.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT has been a primary therapy method in my practice for over 20 years. CBT empowers clients by teaching them practical skills to identify and challenge negative thought patterns and behaviors. By fostering a greater awareness of their thoughts and reactions, clients can develop healthier coping strategies, leading to improved emotional well-being and enhanced problem-solving abilities. Ultimately, CBT helps clients regain a sense of control over their lives and promotes long-term resilience and growth.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational interviewing is a counseling approach that I utilize to help individuals explore and resolve ambivalence about change. By emphasizing empathy, collaboration, and evoking the client's own motivations for change, it encourages self-exploration and commitment to positive behaviors. The benefits include increased motivation, confidence, and readiness for change, leading to more successful outcomes in areas such as addiction recovery, health behavior change, and goal attainment.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy focuses on solutions and goals rather than problems. Its benefits include rapid progress, as it helps clients identify their strengths and resources to create practical solutions to their challenges. SFBT also fosters a sense of empowerment and self-efficacy, leading to increased confidence and resilience in facing future difficulties. It's particularly effective for clients seeking brief, focused interventions to address specific issues and achieve tangible results.
Psychodynamic
Psychodynamic therapy delves into unconscious patterns and past experiences to understand present emotions and behaviors. Its benefits include deeper self-awareness, insight into underlying issues, and resolution of longstanding emotional conflicts. By exploring the roots of psychological struggles, clients can achieve profound personal growth and lasting transformation. Psychodynamic therapy also strengthens interpersonal relationships and enhances coping mechanisms, leading to improved overall well-being and fulfillment.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Rogerian therapy, also known as person-centered therapy, focuses on creating a supportive and empathetic therapeutic relationship. Its benefits include fostering self-exploration, enhancing self-acceptance, and promoting personal growth. By providing a safe and nonjudgmental space, Rogerian therapy empowers clients to explore their thoughts and feelings freely, leading to greater self-understanding and emotional healing. This approach emphasizes the importance of the client's subjective experience and their innate capacity for positive change.