Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I received my Master's Degree at the University of Southern California (USC), and I have been a practicing clinician for 7 years. I focus on treating Depression, various Anxiety disorders, and trauma-related disorders such as PTSD. I also have a specialty in working with children and adolescents with mental illness and behavioral issues, as well as their caregivers.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Clients who work with me say that they feel very supported by me and comfortable opening up. Building a strong therapeutic alliance and trust with my clients is my biggest strength.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT to help my clients become more aware of their thoughts, emotions, and feelings. As a certified CBT therapist, I will help you identify any distorted/unhelpful thoughts that are contributing to your symptoms. This will lead to building healthier thinking habits that promote emotional well-being. This treatment method has been proven effective in treating individuals with Depression and various Anxiety Disorders.
Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
PCIT is a treatment for parents who have young children (under 7 years old) with behavioral issues, such as tantrums, verbal/physical aggression, and non-compliance. As a certified PCIT therapist, I help parents build a healthy attachment with their child and equip them with parenting skills to help their child thrive socially and emotionally. This also helps to decrease parental stress and improve the parent-child bond.
Trauma-Focused CBT
Trauma-Focused CBT is a research-based treatment for PTSD and trauma-related disorders in children and adolescents. As a TF-CBT certified clinician, I have experience helping children and adolescents process traumatic events. I also help their parents build the tools to understand their child's symptoms and support them towards their treatment goals.
Christian Counseling
This treatment is for clients with a Christian background who want to incorporate their faith as part of their treatment. As a fellow Christ follower, I will incorporate prayer, Scripture, and faith-based discussions as a part of your journey towards healing and recovery.
Eclectic
Although I am certified in various evidence-based treatments, I believe each individual has a unique background, and there is no "one size fits all" approach. This is why I take from my collective experience as a clinician of 7 years to tailor my therapy sessions to the client's needs. My approach is very warm, compassionate, and understanding. I aim to create an emotionally safe space where my clients can talk about any stressors they may be facing. I am here to support you in your healing and recovery with evidence-based treatments while maintaining a humanistic approach that allows for depth and connection.