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I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with more than 20 years of experience helping individuals and couples navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My approach to therapy is grounded in Integrated Psychology, combining evidence-based practices with a culturally responsive, humanistic, feminist, and relational perspective. I believe that mental health is influenced by more than thoughts and emotions alone. Our well-being is shaped by our relationships, sense of identity, cultural experiences, values, and connection to meaningful sources of support. Therapy provides an opportunity to explore these influences while developing practical skills that foster healing, resilience, and lasting change. My work is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each client's unique experiences and goals. Together, we identify unhelpful patterns, build on existing strengths, and develop strategies that promote emotional well-being, healthier relationships, and greater self-understanding. My goal is to create a safe, affirming space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to live more authentic and fulfilling lives. Whether you are seeking support for personal growth, emotional healing, or navigating difficult life circumstances, I am committed to walking alongside you with empathy, respect, and evidence-based care.
During our first session, we'll spend time getting to know one another. I'll ask about what brings you to therapy, your current concerns, your personal history, relationships, strengths, and the goals you hope to achieve. This is also an opportunity for you to ask questions about my approach and determine whether we're a good fit. Together, we'll begin exploring the patterns, experiences, and challenges that may be contributing to your emotional distress. We'll also identify the strengths, values, and support systems that can help you move toward healing and meaningful change. Therapy is a collaborative process. You are the expert on your own life, and my role is to provide guidance, evidence-based strategies, and a supportive environment where you can gain insight, develop practical coping skills, strengthen relationships, and build greater emotional well-being. By the end of our first session, we'll have a clearer understanding of your concerns, establish initial treatment goals, and discuss a plan that is tailored to your unique needs, values, and experiences. My hope is that you leave feeling heard, supported, and encouraged that positive change is possible.
I view mental health through an integrated lens. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, I seek to understand the whole person Their thoughts, emotions, relationships, life experiences, cultural background, values, and support systems. This comprehensive perspective allows the client to address not only immediate concerns but also the underlying patterns that contribute to emotional distress.
Many of my clients are motivated to improve but don't yet have the tools or support needed to make lasting change. They often feel stuck, overwhelmed, or emotionally exhausted as they navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. In therapy, we explore the thoughts, emotions, attitudes, and core beliefs that contribute to emotional distress while developing practical strategies for healing and growth. Beyond symptom management, we also examine the broader systems that influence mental health, including experiences of disconnection from identity, belonging, purpose, meaningful relationships, culture, and community. Together, we work to strengthen these areas, fostering greater emotional safety, resilience, self-understanding, connection, and overall psychological well-being.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT helps clients identify the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I support clients in recognizing unhelpful thinking patterns, challenging beliefs that limit their growth, and developing healthier perspectives and coping strategies. Through CBT, clients learn skills to improve emotional regulation, problem-solving, and confidence in managing life challenges.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
I recognize that mental health is shaped by culture, identity, family systems, relationships, and lived experiences. My culturally sensitive approach incorporates an understanding of how social, cultural, and historical factors influence emotional well-being. Therapy is tailored to honor each client's values, worldview, and personal experiences while supporting healing and self-understanding.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
EFT focuses on understanding emotions and strengthening relationships. I help clients explore emotional patterns, attachment needs, communication styles, and relationship dynamics. This approach supports individuals and couples in developing greater emotional awareness, connection, trust, and security.
Humanistic
A humanistic approach emphasizes authenticity, self-discovery, and personal growth. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences, recognize their strengths, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. This approach centers the belief that individuals have the capacity for growth, healing, and meaningful change.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
ACT helps clients develop psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult emotions while taking actions aligned with their values. I support clients in creating a more meaningful life by identifying what matters most, reducing struggles with unwanted thoughts and feelings, and building resilience through intentional choices. Through Integrated Psychology, I combine these approaches to provide therapy that addresses the whole persoNS houghts, emotions, relationships, identity, culture, and personal meaning.
9 ratings with written reviews
April 29, 2026
April is thougjhtful, reasonable, fair.
February 16, 2026
I am so excited to meet with April again. She gave me homework that seems very helpful as I am assessing things.
February 8, 2026
I always feel like a weight has been lifted after our sessions