I aim to help my clients “grow through what they go through.” I discovered my passion for hearing the experiences and stories of others while studying Psychology at NC State University. This led me to pursue an MSW degree where I was able to delve into my enthusiasm for providing therapy to individuals to foster a more positive sense of well-being. I am driven by unwavering compassion and empathy as I work with my clients to build a therapeutic alliance in order to tackle identified challenges. Through building a strengths-based and individual-centered foundation in holistic therapy, I believe in promoting a safe, trusting, and non-judgmental environment that encourages each client to find and become the best version of themselves. I strive to select therapeutic approaches that best fit my client’s specific needs and goals. Some of these modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness techniques, somatic techniques, and strength-focused approaches. I advocate for each client by validating their feelings and emotions, meeting the patient where they are at in their journey, and encouraging clients to uncover goals and solutions based on their individual needs and strengths.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we’ll begin with a warm introduction to get to know each other a bit better. After that, we’ll gently explore the specific challenges you’re facing as well as both current and historical experiences that you have had that help me better see you and your story. This will allow me to understand your unique situation and develop a personalized plan to support you in our future sessions.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
In every interaction, I strive to bring unwavering compassion, creating a safe and nurturing space for those I work with. My approach is deeply guided by curiosity, which allows me to connect with clients on a profound level and truly understand their unique experiences and needs. As an insightful guide, I navigate their journeys with care, helping them uncover their true selves. My goal is to empower clients to align with their authentic values, set meaningful goals, and recognize their inherent strengths. Through empathy and curiosity, I ensure that each individual feels seen, understood, and inspired to grow in alignment with their true potential.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT skills are used to encourage reflection and exploration of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We work towards identifying cognitive distortions shaped by experiences and examining thoughts. We work together to develop skills to encourage building self-compassion and self-acceptance to combat inner critic unhelpful thought patterns. I highlight strengths and identify coping skills to aid in processing experiences further.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I utilize interventions from DBT including mindfulness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance to support increased awareness of emotional experiencing and ability to integrate coping skills in the management of mood.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
IFS interventions are used to encourage building self-compassion, restoring trust in the Self. and coordinate and harmonize the Self and the parts so they can work together as a team with the Self in charge.
Somatic
Somatic interventions aim to build awareness of how emotions show up in the body and how to connect to the body to encourage regulation on a nervous system level.
Psychodynamic
I aid clients in developing insight regarding their emotions and experiences. I encourage verbalization of feelings and needs to promote processing and mindfulness towards self and emotions. I work to build increased awareness towards triggers, reactions, and thought patterns to guide client in processing their experiences.