New to Grow
I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in central Ohio, specializing in addiction treatment and recovery. For the past 10 years, I’ve worked with people at all different stages of their relationship with substances, whether you’re just starting to question your use, somewhere in the middle of the struggle, or rebuilding after treatment. I hold a Bachelor’s in Social Work from The Ohio State University and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Dayton. I also completed an Addiction Medicine fellowship at Kaiser Permanente in Daly City, CA, an experience that gave me a deep respect for just how individual the path to recovery really is. That individuality is at the heart of how I work. I don’t believe there’s one right way to recover, and I’m not here to hand you a roadmap and tell you to follow it. You’re the expert on your own life. My job is to ask the right questions, help you sort through what you actually want, and support you in building something that’s sustainable for you, not what worked for someone else, not what looks good on paper. And I mean that genuinely. You are not your diagnosis, your history, or anyone else’s idea of what recovery should look like. The things that make you who you are, your background, your values, your circumstances, the way you see the world, those aren’t obstacles to work around. They’re the starting point. Good therapy, in my opinion, should fit your life, not ask you to fit into it. Recovery is hard enough without feeling like you’re being managed. Here, you’re in the driver’s seat.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Our first session typically involves a good amount of information gathering so that we can create a treatment plan that is going to fit your individual needs. Not everyone necessarily needs that same things when they enter treatment, and it is important that the work we do together is catered to those needs.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
What sets me apart as a therapist is my genuine curiosity about the person sitting across from me. I don’t see clients through the lens of a diagnosis or a treatment protocol. I see a whole human being with a life story unlike anyone else’s. Every experience you’ve had, every relationship that shaped you, and every silent struggle you’ve carried is an important piece of your story. That deep respect for your individuality isn’t just a value I hold, it’s the foundation of every therapeutic relationship I build.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I serve adult clients 18+ who are seeking treatment for problematic substance use and dual diagnosis mental health challenges. I have the ability to see clients in person or via Telehealth. I serve clients who are seeking abstinence as well and clients who are exploring their relationship with alcohol or other substances. I currently do not see children or adolescents.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is used to help individuals identify and challenge the negative thought patterns and triggers that drive addictive behaviors. By teaching practical coping skills, such as recognizing high-risk situations, managing cravings, and developing healthier troubled to stress, CBT empowers people to build long-term resilience against relapse.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, client-centered approach used in substance use treatment to help individuals explore and resolve any ambivalence they may have about changing behaviors. By using empathetic listening and open-ended questions, clinicians guide clients to articulate their own reasons for change, strengthening their intrinsic motivation and commitment to therapy.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
DBT is used to help individuals develop skills in four key areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. These areas address the emotional dysregulation that often underlies addictive behaviors. DBT has been adapted for substance use treatment because of its emphasis on building tolerance for negative emotions give clients healthier alternatives to using substances as a means of coping.
Group Therapy
Group Therapy is a cornerstone of substance use treatment, providing a supportive environment where individuals can share their experiences, reduce feelings of isolation, and gain perspective from peers who understand the challenges of addiction firsthand. Group therapy sessions foster accountability, build social skills, and help participants develop a sense of community that can be a powerful protective factor for relapse.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Person-centered therapy is used to create a nonjudgmental, empathetic therapeutic relationship in which clients feel genuinely accepted and understood, allowing them to explore underlying emotional pain or unmet needs. By trusting in each individual’s capacity for self-awareness and growth, a person-centered approach helps clients reconnect with their own values and strengths, fostering the self-worth and autonomy needed to pursue lasting recovery.