LCSW, 8 years of experience
You did it! Taking the first step toward therapy is an act of courage, and I am here to meet you with compassion and understanding. With over eight years of experience as a trauma therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate the complexities of trauma, life adjustments, depression, anxiety, codependency, racial trauma, and discovering their true sense of self.
In your first session with me, you can expect to: -Begin exploring a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences -Discover effective ways to cope and take steps toward meaningful progress -Most importantly, feel truly seen, heard, and supported I’m here to create a safe space for you to start your journey toward healing and growth!
My greatest strengths as a provider are creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen and heard. I strive to help you awaken the hope that has always been inside you. Here at Space of Hope there is truly a space for you, a future and a hope.
I am deeply committed to supporting those who are seeking, discovering, or rediscovering hope within their story. Whether you're ready to confront the complexities of trauma or still navigating your readiness, I am here to walk alongside you on this journey.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps individuals process and reduce the intensity of distressing memories by using guided eye movements to activate the brain's natural healing processes. This therapy is particularly effective in relieving symptoms of trauma, anxiety, and PTSD, leading to improved emotional resilience and well-being
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) is an evidence-based treatment that helps individuals, especially children and adolescents, process traumatic experiences by combining cognitive-behavioral techniques with trauma-sensitive strategies. It reduces symptoms of trauma, anxiety, and depression, improving emotional regulation and enhancing coping skills for a healthier, more resilient life.
Grief Therapy helps individuals process the pain of loss, providing them with tools to navigate the emotional stages of grief in a supportive, structured environment. By fostering acceptance and healthy coping mechanisms, grief therapy aids clients in adapting to life after loss.
Attachment Therapy focuses on understanding and repairing attachment issues that often stem from early relational trauma, aiming to build secure, trusting relationships. It helps individuals recognize and reshape patterns in their attachments, improving their emotional well-being and interpersonal connections.
Racial Trauma Treatment addresses the impact of racism and discrimination on mental health, offering a safe space to process experiences of racial injustice and validate clients' feelings. This therapy promotes healing by enhancing resilience, affirming cultural identity, and equipping clients with strategies to cope with race-related stress.