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New to Grow
Hello, and welcome. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker dedicated to help adults navigate life's challenges in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. I believe that every person possesses unique strengths and resilience, and I work collaboratively with clients to build on those strengths while developing practical skills to manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and life transitions. My approach integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and strengths-based interventions. My goal is to help clients gain insight, develop effective coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change that supports their overall well-being and personal growth.
During our first session, my primary goal is to get to know you and understand what brings you to therapy. We will discuss your current concerns, relevant personal history, strengths, goals for treatment, and any questions you may have about the therapy process. This session is also an opportunity for you to determine whether I am a good fit for your needs and whether you feel comfortable working together. I strive to create a welcoming, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where you can share at your own pace. By the end of the session, we will begin identifying goals for therapy and discuss a plan for moving forward that is tailored to your unique needs and circumstances. You do not need to prepare anything special—just come as you are. My role is to support and guide you throughout the process.
My greatest strengths as a therapist are my ability to build strong therapeutic relationships, create a safe and supportive environment, and help clients feel genuinely heard and understood. I strive to balance empathy with practical, goal-oriented interventions, helping clients gain insight while also developing skills they can use in their daily lives. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and tailored to each client's unique needs. I integrate evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to help clients identify patterns that may be keeping them stuck, build on their existing strengths, and create meaningful change. Clients often appreciate my ability to provide both support and constructive feedback, helping them move toward their goals with greater confidence, resilience, and self-awareness. I believe therapy should be both compassionate and practical. My focus is not only on helping clients feel better but also on equipping them with tools and strategies that promote long-term growth, emotional well-being, and lasting success beyond the therapy room.
I am best positioned to serve adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, grief, and adjustment difficulties. I work well with clients who are motivated to better understand themselves, develop healthier coping strategies, and create meaningful change in their lives. My approach is collaborative, supportive, and strengths-based, helping clients identify existing resources while learning practical skills to manage challenges more effectively. I utilize evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and strengths-based techniques to help clients achieve their treatment goals. Whether clients are seeking symptom relief, improved emotional regulation, healthier relationships, increased confidence, or personal growth, I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where they feel heard, supported, and empowered.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use this treatment method very often with my clients to help them recognize distorted or inaccurate thoughts. People who are anxious, depressed, or stressed often develop thinking patterns such as catastrophizing, all-or-nothing thinking, or assuming the worst. I use CBT to teach clients to examine these thoughts and evaluate whether they are accurate and helpful. I also use CBT to improve emotional regulation. CBT helps clients understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. By changing unhelpful thoughts, emotional reactions often become less intense. I also use CBT with my clients to develop practical coping skills. Clients learn concrete strategies such as cognitive restructuring, problem-solving, relaxation techniques, and coping statements that they can use outside of therapy. I also use CBT to reduce symptoms of mental health conditions such as Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, and others.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I use DBT for clients with a diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder, Chronic suicidal ideation or self-harm, and Emotion dysregulation
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I use Solution-focused Brief Treatment to help clients focus on solutions rather than problems. Instead of spending significant time analyzing why a problem exists, I help the client identify what is working and how to build on it. I also use it to highlight strengths and resilience. SFBT assumes clients already possess abilities, resources, and past successes that can help them overcome current challenges. I also sometimes use it to increase hope and motivation and focus on achievable goals and existing successes which can help clients feel more empowered and optimistic.
Strength-Based
I have used a Strength-Based approach to increase self-esteem and confidence. Clients often enter therapy focused on what is wrong or what they have failed at. A strengths-based approach helps them recognize their capabilities and accomplishments. I have also used it to promote empowerment in women or men that have left abusive relationships. Clients are encouraged to view themselves as capable of creating change rather than as passive recipients of treatment. I also use this to help clients identify existing coping skills they may have and teach them how to use those strengths and apply them to current challenges. To build resilience. Focusing on strengths can help clients better navigate adversity, setbacks, and life stressors. To increase hope and motivation. Recognizing personal strengths often helps clients feel more optimistic about their ability to achieve goals and overcome obstacles.