I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 plus years experience in direct counseling services to a wide range of clients. I also spent 10 plus years as a school administrator. After retiring from education, I started providing telehealth therapy allowing me to return to my passion for helping and supporting others through difficult times. I am seeing adult clients with a variety of concerns including distressing life events, challenging relationships, grief and loss, caregiving issues among others.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Often times our first session involves clients sharing the reasons they are seeking counseling, information gathering and getting to know the client. Clients can expect me to listen to their concerns, validate their feelings and provide feedback when needed. From there we will begin mapping out ways I can support and guide the client in their journey.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My unique background in education and personal/professional experience with caregiving and grief/loss have left me with a deep understanding and empathy for my clients. I feel there is no substitution for professional and personal experience when it comes to connecting and supporting my clients.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I have extensive experience working with clients navigating grief and loss, caregiving, anxiety and depression. Whether it's the death of loved one, the end of a relationship or marriage, the stress of parenting or caring for a family member or general anxiety/depression, these situations can leave us feeling isolated and alone. My goal is to provide compassionate support while exploring coping skills that work for each individual .