I am a licensed clinical therapist with over 15 years of experience and an advanced MBA training, specializing in helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges. My approach integrates evidence-based therapies tailored to meet your unique needs, whether you're seeking support for managing stress, improving relationships, or overcoming personal obstacles. Leveraging my clinical expertise and business acumen, I provide a supportive and empathetic environment where we work collaboratively to foster growth, resilience, and a renewed sense of well-being. Together, we'll explore effective strategies to help you achieve your goals and build a happier, healthier life.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In your first session with me, you can expect a welcoming and supportive environment where we'll focus on getting to know each other and understanding your concerns. We'll discuss your reasons for seeking therapy, explore your goals and expectations, and begin to outline a plan for our work together. I'll ask questions to gather information about your background, current challenges, and what you hope to achieve from therapy. This session is also an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have about the therapeutic process and to start building a trusting therapeutic relationship. By the end of our first session, you should feel heard, validated, and hopeful about the potential for positive change as we embark on your therapeutic journey together.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
As a provider, I believe my greatest strengths lie in several key areas: I approach each client with genuine empathy and a deep understanding of their experiences, creating a safe space for open exploration and healing. With over 15 years of clinical experience, advanced MBA training, and ongoing professional development, I bring a wealth of knowledge in evidence-based therapies tailored to individual needs. I take a holistic view of well-being, addressing both emotional and practical aspects of life to promote comprehensive healing and personal growth. I value collaboration and view therapy as a partnership, empowering clients to actively participate in their own journey toward positive change. Recognizing and respecting diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives, I ensure that therapy is inclusive and relevant to each client's unique identity and values. I help clients cultivate resilience and develop practical skills to navigate challenges, fostering long-lasting empowerment and well-being. Many of my clients have worked with other therapists before finding their way to me, and they consistently express that they finally discover their sense of harmony in our work together. This feedback reinforces my dedication to creating a therapeutic space that truly meets their needs. These strengths collectively contribute to my commitment to providing effective, compassionate, and personalized therapy that supports clients in achieving their goals and living fulfilling lives.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I am best positioned to serve working professionals and their families who are navigating high-pressure environments and seeking support for mental health and well-being. My experience and expertise allow me to understand the unique challenges faced by individuals balancing demanding careers with personal responsibilities. Whether you're dealing with stress, relationship issues, work-life balance concerns, or other emotional challenges, I provide personalized therapy that integrates practical guidance with compassionate support. My goal is to empower you to overcome obstacles, enhance resilience, and achieve greater satisfaction and fulfillment in both your professional and personal life.
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Trauma-Focused CBT
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) is a specialized approach that integrates cognitive-behavioral principles with trauma-specific interventions. In my 15 years of clinical practice, TF-CBT has been a cornerstone in my work with clients who have experienced trauma, including professionals navigating high-pressure environments. My experience with TF-CBT has shown me its effectiveness in helping clients not only process trauma but also regain a sense of control, resilience, and empowerment. By integrating TF-CBT with my understanding of the pressures faced by working adults, I tailor therapy sessions to address both trauma-related issues and work-related stressors, ensuring a holistic approach to mental health and well-being. Clients who have engaged in TF-CBT with me have expressed appreciation for its structured approach and the tangible skills it provides for managing trauma-related symptoms. They have reported significant improvements in their ability to cope with stress, navigate challenging emotions, and achieve their personal and professional goals with greater confidence.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I have extensive experience using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in my clinical practice, particularly when working with clients who struggle with emotion regulation, interpersonal difficulties, and distress tolerance. Over the years, I have applied DBT techniques with individual clients, couples, and families, tailoring interventions to their unique needs. How I Use DBT in My Practice: Mindfulness Techniques I help clients develop awareness of their emotions and thoughts without judgment. I incorporate guided mindfulness exercises to enhance distress tolerance and emotional regulation. Distress Tolerance Skills I teach clients strategies such as radical acceptance and distraction techniques to cope with intense emotions without resorting to unhealthy behaviors. Clients learn to ride out emotional waves rather than reacting impulsively. Emotion Regulation I guide clients in identifying, labeling, and managing their emotions more effectively. Clients practice skills such as opposite action and checking the facts to challenge unhelpful emotional responses. Interpersonal Effectiveness I support clients in developing assertiveness skills, setting boundaries, and improving communication in relationships. Role-playing exercises help clients build confidence in expressing their needs. Applying DBT with Trauma and Anxiety Clients I use DBT-informed approaches for clients with complex trauma, PTSD, and generalized anxiety to help them manage overwhelming emotions. For clients with health anxiety and OCD, I integrate DBT skills with cognitive restructuring to reduce compulsions and avoidance behaviors.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
I have extensive experience incorporating Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) into my clinical work, particularly when working with couples, families, and individuals navigating attachment wounds and relationship challenges. EFT aligns with my therapeutic approach, as it focuses on emotion, connection, and attachment dynamics, which are often central to my clients' struggles. How I Use EFT in My Practice: Attachment-Based Approach I help clients understand their attachment styles and how early relational experiences influence their current emotional patterns and relationships. For couples, I guide them in recognizing their negative interaction cycles and shifting from conflict-driven patterns to more secure and validating interactions. Identifying and Restructuring Emotional Patterns I help clients explore their core emotions rather than reacting from secondary emotions like anger or withdrawal. I work with couples and individuals to recognize their emotional triggers and unmet attachment needs, fostering a deeper emotional connection. De-escalating Negative Cycles For couples experiencing distress, I help them identify their reactive patterns (e.g., pursuer-withdrawer dynamics) and work to de-escalate conflicts through emotional attunement. I use reflective listening and validation techniques to help partners or family members feel heard and understood. Creating New Emotional Experiences I facilitate conversations where clients express vulnerable emotions and develop new ways of connecting with their partners or loved ones. By fostering emotional safety, I help clients shift from defensiveness to openness, allowing for repair and reconnection in their relationships. Applying EFT with Individuals and Trauma Clients I adapt EFT techniques when working with individuals who struggle with emotional disconnection, low self-worth, and trauma-related attachment issues. I help clients process past wounds, build self-compassion, and develop a more secure sense of self in relationships. EFT in Family Therapy I apply EFT principles to parent-child relationships, helping parents understand their child's emotional needs while coaching them to respond in a secure and supportive way.
Grief Therapy
Grief therapy is a significant part of my clinical practice, as I have worked with individuals, families, and couples navigating various forms of loss, including the death of loved ones, relationship breakups, life transitions, and ambiguous loss. My approach is compassionate, client-centered, and tailored to the individual's unique grieving process. How I Use Grief Therapy in My Practice: 1. Understanding the Individual Grief Process I acknowledge that grief is not linear and varies for each client. I guide clients through different grief models, such as the Five Stages of Grief (Kubler-Ross), the Dual Process Model, and Meaning Reconstruction Theory, helping them understand and normalize their experiences. 2. Emotional Processing and Acceptance I create a safe space where clients can openly express their grief without feeling judged. I use narrative therapy techniques, encouraging clients to share their memories and emotions related to their loss. For complicated grief or prolonged grief disorder, I incorporate structured interventions to help clients move toward emotional processing and healing. 3. Addressing Guilt and Unresolved Feelings Many clients experience guilt, regret, or anger after a loss. I help them explore and process these emotions through: Cognitive reframing (challenging unhelpful thoughts). Letter-writing exercises (expressing unresolved emotions). Guided visualization (finding closure through imagined conversations with the lost loved one). Grief and Trauma Work When working with clients who have experienced sudden or traumatic loss, I integrate Trauma-Informed Care and techniques from EMDR or DBT to help them process traumatic grief. I help clients rebuild a sense of safety and control while processing the painful emotions associated with their loss.