LPC, 15 years of experience
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a passion for helping clients achieve emotional well-being, build resilience, and find clarity in their lives. I specialize in providing compassionate, tailored support to individuals facing life transitions, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. I endeavor to collaborate with my clients on their journey of emotional healing.
In your first session, we will take the time to explore your reasons for seeking therapy and what you hope to achieve through our work together. This is an opportunity for you to share your story, express any concerns, and ask questions about the therapeutic process. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel truly heard, understood, and supported. We will work together to clarify your goals and identify the challenges you’re facing. By the end of the session, we’ll begin outlining actionable steps and strategies tailored to your unique needs, setting the foundation for meaningful change and the development of healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
My greatest strengths lie in my ability to create a warm, supportive environment, my use of evidence-based approaches like Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and Internal Family Systems, and my commitment to personalized care. With over a decade of experience in counseling and education, I bring insight, empathy, and practical tools to help clients achieve lasting results and tools to create the healthy relationships they desire.
I work best with individuals seeking personal growth, emotional balance, and deeper connections in their relationships. My ideal clients value a collaborative, solution-focused approach and are open to exploring new strategies to overcome challenges. I also serve clients interested in integrating faith-based principles into therapy or those looking to heal from past wounds while fostering healthier and more fulfilling relationships.
In my practice, I use SFBT to help clients identify their desired outcomes, focus on their strengths, and develop actionable steps to achieve their goals. I guide clients through techniques like scaling questions, exception finding, and miracle questions to highlight progress and empower them to envision a preferred future. This method is particularly effective in short-term settings, fostering hope and motivating clients toward meaningful change.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a therapeutic approach that views the mind as composed of distinct "parts," each with its own feelings, thoughts, and roles, alongside a core "Self" that provides healing and balance. In my practice, I use IFS to help clients explore and understand their inner parts—such as protectors, managers, or exiles—and the roles they play in their lives. By fostering a connection with the Self, I guide clients in healing wounded parts, resolving internal conflicts, and achieving greater harmony within themselves. This approach is particularly effective for addressing trauma, improving emotional regulation, and promoting self-compassion.
As a counselor, I have worked with clients who explicitly expressed a desire to integrate their faith into their therapeutic journey. I ensure a respectful and collaborative approach that acknowledges their spiritual beliefs for these clients.