Each person interprets the world through a lens shaped by experiences that are uniquely their own. My approach is integrative and solution-focused, drawing on evidence-based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy — which explores the deeper questions of meaning and purpose in life. I partner with my clients to build a deeper understanding of their unique psychological makeup and to address the ways past experiences may still be affecting them today. Together, we don't just identify the challenges you face — we explore their roots and develop practical, personalized strategies to reduce their impact on your life and relationships.
In our first meeting, we will focus on defining the scope of our work and identifying the specific goals you want to achieve. This initial session is a dedicated time to assess your current situation and determine the most effective strategies for your progress. Here is how we will spend our time: Clinical Assessment: We will dive into the specific issues that led you to seek therapy. We’ll look at the patterns in your life and how they are currently impacting your well-being and relationships. Developing a Roadmap: I will share my initial impressions and discuss how we can integrate tools like CBT, existential inquiry, or psycho-education to address your unique psychological makeup. Defining Outcomes: We will clarify what success looks like for you. Whether you are looking for symptom relief or deeper self-understanding, we will establish clear objectives for our future sessions. Collaborative Strategy: We’ll discuss the frequency of our meetings and ensure the approach we take is aligned with your expectations and the complexity of your goals.
One of my greatest strengths is helping people move past the beliefs that they are fundamentally flawed, broken, or "not enough" — and toward a clearer, more compassionate understanding of themselves. I incorporate a significant amount of psychoeducation into my work, so clients don't just learn what to change — they understand why it works. That deeper understanding tends to make change more lasting and meaningful. I have specialized experience working with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger management, substance addiction, men's issues, marital reconciliation, and the grief and identity challenges that often follow major medical events such as stroke or heart attack.
Maybe you're tired of trying and failing, or you've reached the point where you're simply exhausted by the weight of it all. Perhaps you're someone who knows they need help but has struggled to ask for it. By taking the time to come to this website and read this, you have already taken that first crucial step. Real, lasting change is within your reach. I have helped hundreds of people make positive changes in their lives that they did not think were possible. If you are willing to try something new and learn new ways to accomplish personal goals, I can help you finally get it done.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Session focus will likely be to identify factors that give rise to potentially destructive, negative, or irrational behaviors/thought patterns and redirect those thoughts/behaviors/beliefs towards a more healthy, positive direction in order to promote an improved outlook and understanding of life and it’s challenges. I believe that there are two primary prerequisites to positive and meaningful change. First, a person must recognize that a problem exists. Second, a person must be willing to actively participate in the process of change.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Admitting you might need a little help getting a handle on your life or the fallout from your past is difficult. Each person interprets the world based on life experiences that are uniquely their own. These interpretations can blind us from opportunities, alternatives, or pitfalls that may be right in front of us. My goal is to assist clients in building a personal road map to navigate life and guide decision-making to gain an acceptable level of control in their life.
Existential
Sometimes a bigger, top down picture is needed to get out of the weeds to get a bigger picture perspective. What happens when we die? At the end of the day, how can I ensure that I am living in a manner that will allow me to say "This.. is a life well-lived"? Sometimes we find that life has gotten so complicated that we can't tell up from down or right from wrong. We forget the big picture perspective and need return to the realities of living in this imperfect place where seemingly unanswereable questions need to be put in their place or put aside as we travel through this existence.