I have been a social worker for over 10 years. I graduated from Boston College and am an LICSW in Massachusetts. I am licensed in other states as well, and I have several years of experience in crisis counseling and helping people manage anxiety and depression. I specialize in short-term counseling by utilizing Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness.
My first question to you is usually, "What is your biggest stressor?" Together, we can find solutions to those worries that keep you up at night!
I practice active listening. I offer advice only if requested. Please understand that I hear you and acknowledge your strengths and challenges.
My first question to you is usually, "What is your biggest stressor?" Then, we break down this stressor by discussing your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors.
We practice mindfulness daily without even realizing it. We take deep breaths, we stretch, and we take walks. Mindfulness helps you enjoy those activities by staying in the present and minimizing those stressful thoughts.
SFBT is my specialty. Let's talk about what recently happened and how we can address it and learn from it.