Living as your authentic self is sometimes a struggle with who you expect to be and who others expect you to be. Changing habits can be very difficult but I want you to know that you have the ability to start over and be the best version of yourself. As a Licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, I use a holistic approach to support clients to meet their behavioral health goals. I love working with clients who “just need a place to vent” but also individuals who experience a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, PTSD, stress management, substance use and grief. I began training as a psychotherapist 7 years ago and have worked with diverse and vulnerable populations in social services and healthcare settings ever since. My interests include LGBTQ+ and HIV Care, Substance Use Disorders, and Solution-focused therapy. I enjoy spending time with family, reading, dancing, and binging Netflix documentaries.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first therapy session we will discuss the presenting problem and start thinking about a plan for treatment. My focus is in empowering the client and building on the client’s strengths. I provide empathy, provide constructive feedback and create a climate of trust.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
Therapy is not a one size fit all and I use various modalities when collaborating with a client. I will provide education on the treatment methods and tools we utilize so that you have a say in what works or does not work for you. Some of the treatment methods I utilize during sessions include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-focused brief therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy and existential therapy and eclectic therapy.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I provide empathy, provide constructive feedback and create a climate of trust. As a bilingual and bicultural therapist, I pride myself in being culturally sensitive and building cultural humility and respecting my client’s needs and self-determination. You will find that I am someone who is motivated to support you in meeting your goals and will keep you accountable.