I am a licensed professional counselor who is a Christian. I understand how important it is to have a Christian counselor. If this is something you want to integrate into your counseling process I am able to do this and can use the Bible and your relationship with God to help you with whatever struggles you have. Integrating God and your beliefs is not a requirement to have counseling, but it is something I can offer. You can be yourself without fear of judgment when working with me. I respect your faith and denominational differences. I don’t have an agenda nor am I preachy. I strive to assist clients with bouncing back from life experiences such as unhealthy relationships, trauma, identity/ spiritual issues and parenting. I provide support and encouragement for working on goals that address topics such as strategies for surviving trauma, healthy ways to manage anxiety and depression, tools for building self-esteem, and more. Just because you are a Christian doesn't mean you don't suffer from depression, anxiety, stress, etch…
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
The first session we will gather the client's history and develop a treatment plan to reach goals.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
Christian Counseling - Use the Bible and your relationship with God to help you with whatever struggles you have. Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) - Learn strategies and techniques to cope with depressive thoughts, worries and rumination. Dialectical Behavior (DBT) - If you’re feeling stuck in emotional suffering, a DBT therapy can help you better manage mood or behavior instability; poor self-image; negative, judgmental or rigid thinking; and relationship issues. DBT therapy can also help with: depression, self-harm, anxiety, trauma & PTSD, suicidal thoughts/urges, and many other areas in which you may feel stuck. Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) - Is a technique that allows the brain to process and let go of trauma or upsetting life experiences.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Specialties: I help clients with anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD.