New to Grow
Hi! Welcome to the first day of the rest of your life! You have made a step seeking with therapy! I will be here to support you with every following step that you decide to take while in therapy. I have six years of experience in both substance use and mental health. I have worked with children to adults 65 or older. I implement person-centered therapy techniques such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
The first session will be person-centered and will be used to identify what brought you to therapy. If the patient is comfortable we will work on identifying goals of therapy in addition to any other services that might be beneficial. Such as case management services or mental health/substance abuse specific assessments.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I have loved both personally and professionally individuals with substance use dependence and mental health. My personal insight gives me a personal insight into both. I also feel like many years of experience is also beneficial in both fields.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I feel as though my skill set best serves individuals 16 + with a substance misuse and/or mental health.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational interviewing (MI) uses targeted techniques—primarily summarized as OARS (Open-ended questions, Affirmations, Reflective listening, Summarizing)—to help individuals resolve ambivalence and boost intrinsic motivation for change. These methods encourage "change talk" while avoiding confrontation, empowering clients to identify their own reasons and plans for behavior modification.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques are active, goal-oriented strategies used to change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Key methods include cognitive restructuring to challenge negative thoughts, behavioral activation to boost mood, and exposure therapy to reduce fear. These tools are often practiced through journaling, role-playing, and mindfulness to improve coping skills
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) techniques are active, future-oriented methods designed to help clients identify existing strengths and create solutions rather than focusing on problems. Key techniques include the miracle question, exception finding, scaling questions, coping questions, and compliments, all aimed at building on what already works to achieve rapid, positive change.
Supportive
Being supportive involves meeting the client where they are with no judgement. Additionally, providing a safe space for the client to express themselves.