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New to Grow
Hello and Welcome! My name is Danielle and I am a licensed LPC with over twenty years of experience working in clinical, school and home settings. I recognize the increasing complexity of modern life. With each year we accumulate more experiences both positive and negative that we are expected to process while "keeping it all together". I have a Master's Degree in Education from West Chester University which I enthusiastically use to help my clients learn to thrive in our challenging world. I view every client relationship as a unique opportunity to serve as a positive and impactful influence that inspires lasting and meaningful change. As a parent, daughter, caregiver, sibling and partner, I understand the pressure and expections of modern relationships and the flexability needed to manage daily struggles while remaining motivated, focused and stable. Similar to many of the clients I work with- I recognize that even the good days are exhausting and demanding. My ideal client is a person that is ready to choose to show up for themselves and engage in the process of self-transformation to create the outcomes they desire. You deserve to become the best version of yourself. I welcome the opportunity to walk with you on this journey.
The initial session will allow me to understand your goals for counseling and define what success personally means to you. We will spend time discussing what you feel is important to share about your background and the life experiences, what inspires you or discourages you, things that are crucial to your self-concept and individual values that would be important for me to know as we work together. Defining where you want to be in the future and how that looks different from where you are today in addition to discussin what has contributed to your decision to seek counseling and some of the reservations and/or questions that you have about the theraputic process is also valuable. Together we will explore how I can best support you in your counseling experience and the components needed for you to feel comfortable sharing your life story while also feeling valued as an individual. Together, we will establish a working action plan to help you move in the direction that you desire which may include a homework assignment that will give us a starting point for the next session. The pacing of our session will be determined by your level of comfort as this is your journey. My goal is to create an environment where you are supported and encouraged to be your authentic self.
"Come as you are"! I highly value authenticity and the unique characteristics of each individual I partner with in the counseling process. I encourage all clients to challenge themselves to leave the fear of judgment behind as they enter the counseling relationship. Bring your whole self with the good, the bad and the ugly and lets get to work helping you move the obstacles in your path. My approach is compassionate and solution-focused that recognizes the messyness of life. Being a human in this evolving world is hard on the best of days. Seeking guidance to overcome adversity and create the life that you desire is a brave and admirable step that deserves unwavering support. Problem solving does not have to be painful and overwhelming--it can be enjoyable. My approach is eclectic--together we will find what works for you. I aim to make sessions productive while keeping it real. Sometimes life is unbearable and sometimes it is flat out hilarious. It is in those moments where you can laugh and step back with another individual and see the ridiculousness of a situation often gives us the strength to push through the next day. I aim to find creative ways to implement changes that are realistic for you to incorporate into your daily life. When you make small maintainable changes, results follow, limitations shrink and possibilities multiply. Everything you need is within yourself---Progress begins when you are finally ready to believe in your own power!
Have you reached the point where you want your needs and feelings to matter? Are you scared or apprehensive to talk about the things that are painful, stressful and overwhelming? Does the fear of judgement stop you from accepting help from others? Choosing to accept and believe in yourself is a gift that you deserve. As humans we all have aspects of ourselves that we want to change or don't like, choices we wish were made differently and goals that may have not have been met---yet. Give yourself the opportunity to identify your thinking patterns, recognize your strengths and values and embrace the life experiences that shaped who you are. With thoughtful solution-focused support that celebrates the messiness of being human, we will work together to create a path that moves you in the direction you seek and a renewed sense of wellbeing.
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I identify as
Compassion Focused
Entering counseling is a huge step that requires authenticity and commitment to yourself and the process. Having someone that accepts your unique circumstances and your whole self is vital for trust and healing to begin. Parterning with each client at whatever place they are at in their life provides the space needed to acknowledge what they need and want. Showing up prepared to support each client unconditionally as they work through pain and growth is the essence of the therapists role. Welcoming clients to "come as your are" without fear of judgment creates the environment needed for every individual to reach their highest potential.
Humanistic
Every person experiences a unique set of life challenges, relationships dynamics and memories that impacts how they function with others and themselves. Assisting others to accept themselves and the messyness of being human provides a foundation to overcome adversity, embrace forgiveness and move forward leaving behind emotional pain and self limiting beliefs.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
You can easily become your thoughts. Learning what thought patterns best serves your goals and alligns with your values will help you to eliminate the behaviors and unhelpful ways of thinking that stand in your way. Learning alternative perspectives and implementing a mindset that honors your best self will provide the mental reset needed to make meaningful change.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Finding realistic solutions that do not take forever to put in place and provide relief are possible. Not every problem can be solved overnight but ever problem can be broken down into solutions that can be worked on each day. Guiding clients towards daily change that provides hope and confidence in problem solving gives them critical tools for success.
Psychoeducation
Learning is power! Providing clients with information on disease subsets, symptom development, lifestyle choices and wellness practices sets the stage for progress. When client's are engaged in becoming experts on their mental health they are able to use their strengths to access resources and process their experiences with clarity and understanding.