I am a licensed clinical social worker and seek to work with clients who are motivated to identify root causes of issues or frustrations to make their lives more fulfilling and enjoyable. I tend to see myself as supportive and understanding of the situations and perspectives of others which allow me to be open-minded in crafting approaches that we can work together on in a therapeutic relationship.
First, I think that I client should feel a sense of accomplishment in taking an actual action step towards bringing about real positive change in their life. Mostly, in a first session, I look to listen and work towards having the client believe that I am an ally in support of what they wish to address.
I'm not particularly reliant on specific therapeutic techniques as I am on my intentions to understand and support others. I utilize my own life experiences and opportunities I've created through hard-work and courage to change aspects of my situation so that I'm more connected to my life direction and more focused on placing energy into what can be controlled.
Gaining an understanding as to how thinking impacts behaviors and actions is critical to developing healthy coping mechanisms. This is focused on to empower clients in seeing their ability to affect real and positive change in their lives.