New to Grow
I have worked as a social worker and therapist for 10 plus years. I am experienced with working with young adults and adults struggling with mood issues such as depression and anxiety and issues like work related stress and inter-generational conflict. I utilize practices such as CBT, motivational interviewing and supportive therapy in accordance with your needs and comfort level. I am here to support you working through issues and experiences that are causing you to feeling emotional distress and dysregulated. My therapeutic approach will support you in identifying the origin of the problem, acknowledging how you feel and to help you recover and heal in a warm and thoughtful space.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
in our first session, we will start by talking about what brings you in and what you hope to get out of therapy. I will explain my therapeutic style and how sessions usually go.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I listen actively without judgement. My role is to support you as long as what you are sharing doesn't involve harm to yourself or others. My approach is collaborative, meaning we work together to understand what you are experiencing and to decide what direction feels right for you.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse racial, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. I am especially passionate about supporting vulnerable and historically underserved populations, including African American communities, and members of immigrant and first generation families. As a Christian, I am also open to integrating faith-based perspectives into the therapeutic process for clients who desire it, always being mindful of honoring each person's belief.
Integrative
I use an integrative approach, which I tailor to our work to you, rather than a one size fits all approach. Together we focus on understanding your experiences, strengthening coping skills in order to create lasting change.