I utilize a strengths based perspective, meeting clients where they are at and harnessing their strengths, while building their coping skills to meet their identified goals. I work well with clients with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, anger management issues, and those with chronic medical issues. I have worked at the Veteran's Administration for ten years and have experience working with veterans. I specialize in treatment of those with both mental health and physical health issues.
In the first session, expect to get asked a lot of questions as I have a strong desire to learn my client's story from their perspective, so I can understand best how to help them. In the second session, I work with my clients to develop treatment plan goals, which we will revisit often, adding and editing as we go along. I believe strongly in getting feedback from my clients at the end of each session to determine if there is anything my clients think I could do differently.
I personally have experienced what it is like to struggle with depression and anxiety as well as overcoming barriers and possess a keen ability to connect with clients and help them on their path to recovery
I work well with people who have experienced a lot of trauma and overcome barriers and are motivated to improve their lives. While I have a lot of experience working with older adults, I have also worked extensively with young adults transitioning into adulthood.
This method is a good foundation for therapy as well as incorporating dialectical behavioral and solution based approaches as well