Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW). I am licensed in Arizona, California, Colorado, Oregon, Utah & Washington. I received my Masters in Social Work in 1996 from the University of Chicago and, have been licensed since 2016. I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field working with individuals of all ages (infants-65), providing support for individuals and their families or significant other to navigate change, engage in self-discovery and accept transformation.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
You will learn about my policies & procedures associated with late cancellations, no-shows, and payment for sessions. You will be informed of your rights as my client/patient and my duties/legal & ethical obligations as your therapist. The majority of our first meeting will be getting to know each other; you will learn about my philosophy & style as a therapist, my qualifications to engage you in therapy and, I hope to learn about you, what you desire from therapy. As the first session winds down we will both have a good idea as to whether or not we are a good match for each other however, the decision to move forward and schedule a follow-up session is yours to make.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have met many people who come to me with their vulnerabilities exposed, I have been privileged and humbled in my work with them. I've developed a style that is engaging, open, transparent and one that convey acceptance and respect for the person I work with. This allows my clients to not just trust me but to be open and trusting of the therapeutic process.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I enjoy working with individuals who are experiencing changes in their life and find it challenging to navigate the landscape of their self discovery journey. My clients are ready to embrace change, curious about what they can discover about themself and are expecting a transformative experience; they come to me seeking empowerment, support and effective tools to pack for their journey.