(she/her)
New to Grow
I have 7 years of post-grad experience, but I also worked in the mental health field for many years while in grad school. I have many years of experience using talk therapy, but I'm happy to incorporate more creative techniques, such as art, drama, or other mindful/meditative approaches. I'm excited to collaborate with my clients- to honor their distinct experiences, challenges, and goals. I am dedicated to creating a supportive environment where each client can feel validated and empowered. I am committed to walking alongside them as we get started on their therapy journey.
Our first session will be where we start getting to know each other! I'll gather historical info from you and learn what you're hoping to achieve in therapy. This session will be where we start establishing what brought you to me and how I can help.
I tell each client that I'm happy to be what they need in therapy. For some clients, this is a gentle, more compassionate approach; for other clients, this may mean they want me to confront them and hold them accountable from session to session. I'm able to tailor my approach to what works best for you, but I only want to do so with your permission!
I love working one-on-one with any client age 5 or above! I have several years of experience working with children, adolescents, and teenagers and their families, as well as several years of experience working in the addiction field. Every person has the potential to grow but sometimes needs the opportunity (or push) to get started- which is where I can be of help.
Other specialties
I identify as
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I think it's important to allow my clients to choose the direction of therapy. I value our therapeutic relationship and will remain nonjudgmental and empathetic as we work together.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in many of my sessions as my clients and I challenge the relationship between their thoughts, behaviors, and feelings. Whether these thoughts, behaviors, and feelings are helpful or counterproductive, I'll work very hard to get to the root of these patterns so we can explore how to move forward.
Motivational Interviewing
I have used Motivational Interviewing (MI) for over 4 years in my work with clients in substance abuse- and in other settings as well. MI explores a client's readiness to make changes in their life and the factors that help them feel ready to change or hesitant to take steps.
Reality Therapy
Choice Theory is part of Reality Therapy's foundation, and Choice Theory concentrates on what each person can control and is responsible for. I help clients focus on their behaviors as part of the choices they make and whether these choices are in line with the goals they have set for themselves.