Hello, My name is Oshena, but many call me Shena. I recently obtained my Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida. I have over 4 + years of mental health experience. My experience consists of working in case management, hospice - bereavement- grief counseling, mental health field, inpatient psychiatric facility, outpatient mental health services, mobile response crisis counselor, group therapy, adolescent therapy, and substance use counselor. I am deeply passionate about working with a wide range of individuals, including young adults, older adults, older teens, and adults, to help them navigate the everyday challenges that life presents. These challenges often manifest as societal pressures and the need to conform, which can result in lower self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. My approach is rooted in harnessing an individual's identified strengths and empowering them to overcome life's hurdles. These obstacles may include anxiety, depression, grief, self-doubt, anger management, boundary-setting, communication issues in relationships, burnout, and the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. My favorite metaphor is based on a rubber band. "Like people, rubber bands come in different shapes, sizes, textures, lengths and flexibility. If you stretch a rubber band to the max it typically bounces back into shape due to elasticity." Based on this, I firmly believe in starting where you are to work on breaking down those walls of narrow thinking to bounce back with your elasticity to positive thinking and push towards resilience. Having faith in yourself marks the initial stride, and by seeking guidance, you've already embarked on the next leg of your journey. You hold the resilience needed to conquer the challenges you've encountered, even if it feels daunting. In the realm of therapy, my guiding principle is to embrace the process of healing and personal development with an open heart. I'm here to support you on this journey.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Within the first session, there will be a brief introduction. We will discuss specific challenges and goals the client wants to address during therapy. Using this to develop the treatment plan for future sessions.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Working with motivated individuals wanting to address/ unpack their life obstacles and traumas.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Starting where the client is in order to improve the negative way of thinking. The goal is to work towards breaking down the wall (defensive mechanism/negative self talk) and to regain ability to utilize positive thinking (Resiliency) to reach clients goal in therapy. Can be to improve boundaries, improve communication skills, relationships, self esteem and etc. ABCs A-Antecedent B-Behavior C- Consequences
Motivational Interviewing
My approach is rooted in harnessing an individual's identified strengths and empowering them to overcome life's hurdles.
Psychodynamic
Assisting clients with exploring healthier ways to respond to current life stressors/ circumstances . Negative or inappropriate responses maybe influenced by past traumas/ life events.
On average, Anthem clients pay $0-$30
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