I have spent the majority of my professional career in a military environment and consider it an honor to have helped individuals with significant trauma, depression, anxiety, and overall life stress. The integration of physical and behavioral health is the epitome of why I entered the mental health field. My approach helps bridge a gap that isn't often addressed in healing. I also strongly believe that financial hardships should not be a barrier to access mental health. Therefore, if this is something that prevents making an appointment, lets have a conversation. MY EDUCATION AND TRAINING BA Psychology, State University of New York at Buffalo MS in Human Services; Counseling Studies, Capella University MSW Social Work, Boston University Licensed Clinical Social Worker: Florida: SW-16535 FUN FACTS ABOUT ME: ~ I am a 10-year veteran ~ Fitness is a huge part of my life and I am an avid runner, lifter and hiker ~ Having a negative experience with therapy myself is what drew me to become a therapist ~ I have 2 dogs named Taco and Bean ~ Favorite Quote: "The mind is not big enough for both worry and faith…you must choose which one will live there’~ Anonymous

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Our initial meeting will be unique to all proceeding sessions. After going through basic and legal house-keeping agenda items, I will ask questions to gather brief snap shots of different areas in your life so we can establish if our work together will be a good fit and develop a plan to help you achieve your purposes for coming to therapy. I do not expect, (nor suggest) getting into anything "too deep" during the intake process as the purpose is mostly gathering a history. Our first follow up will allow us to spend more time diving into the areas that are effecting you the most.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I have always thought my biggest strength was connecting with other people, regardless of the situation. Everyone has a story and being able to connect to that has expanded my curiosity and strengthen my understanding of these experiences from their perspective.

About Erin Hawkins

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