LCSW, 11 years of experience
New to Grow
Start your journey toward healing, resilience, and balance with me. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida and founder of Healing Matters Therapy. I have over 10 years of experience supporting individuals with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia, as well as working with couples and families. I know seeking therapy takes courage, which is why I provide compassionate, client-centered care in a safe, nonjudgmental space. My collaborative approach blends evidence-based practices with a focus on resilience, self-awareness, and growth—helping you navigate challenges and discover healing within yourself.
In our first session together, here’s what you can expect In our first session, we’ll create a safe and welcoming space to build trust, get to know each other, and discuss the challenges you’re facing. I look forward to learning about your background and experiences so I can provide the most supportive and effective care.
Clients often praise my professional demeanor. I strive to meet clients where they are, ensuring they feel both understood and supported. I guide clients in recognizing their strengths and fostering independence in managing life’s challenges.
I am well-equipped to support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I have a passion for working with women through the motherhood journey—including postpartum, and identity shifts—while maintaining an inclusive approach that supports anyone seeking to better understand themselves, process difficult emotions, and create meaningful change. I also work with Christian individuals and couples who are facing life’s challenges and seeking to find a shared path rooted in spiritual growth and faith.
I use CBT to help clients recognize and shift unhelpful thought patterns, manage symptoms, and improve daily functioning. This strengths-based, collaborative approach empowers clients to create meaningful change both in and outside of session.
I incorporate mindfulness to help clients cultivate present-moment awareness, reduce reactivity, and foster a compassionate relationship with their thoughts and emotions. This approach supports grounding, stress management, and clarity, complementing my holistic, trauma-informed work, especially with anxiety, overwhelm, and life transitions.
I use Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients identify their goals and leverage their strengths to create practical, actionable solutions. This approach emphasizes progress, resiliency, and positive change, empowering clients to focus on what works and build the life they want.
I use Interpersonal Therapy to help clients explore how their relationships and social interactions impact their emotions and overall well-being. This approach focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and strengthening connections, empowering clients to build healthier relationships and navigate life’s challenges more effectively.
The goals of Christian counseling can vary depending on each client’s needs, but they often focus on integrating faith and psychology to help individuals understand the connection between their spiritual beliefs and mental health. I can support clients in finding healing and restoration through their relationship with God, which may involve forgiveness, reconciliation, or discovering peace and hope in challenging circumstances. Christian counseling also emphasizes personal growth and transformation by exploring how faith shapes identity, values, and life goals. In addition, it provides guidance during times of crisis or major life transitions, drawing on biblical wisdom and spiritual practices to equip clients with healthy coping skills for managing stress, anxiety, and adversity.