I became a therapist because therapy changed my life. Experiencing mental illness caused struggle and emotional suffering, but lead me to seek help. The support I found brought solace and healing, and eventually opened doors that led to becoming a therapist. It is such a meaningful experience to reach those who are now where I once was. Over the years I had opportunities to work in many settings, including medical and mental health hospitals, intensive outpatient, and residential addiction treatment centers, and now private practice.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
First sessions are a simple, unstructured interview: No right or wrong answers. You're the expert of your experience. We'll get to know each other, explore what's been going on, and start developing what we would like to be different.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
What I believe in most is providing an attentive, compassionate space where clients can choose what they want from their session. I'm here to help, listen, and illuminate possible options that can make a difference. So, if you're struggling, suffering, or unsure how to make desired changes, I'd be happy to walk through those challenges with you.