LMHC, 12 years of experience
Feeling stuck, disconnected, or frustrated and not sure why? You’re not alone. Maybe your relationships aren’t what they used to be. Maybe your focus is all over the place. Or maybe you just feel like something is off, and it’s starting to affect your work, your energy, and your confidence. I work with individuals who want more out of life but feel held back by something they can’t quite name. Whether it’s trauma from the past or symptoms of ADHD that were never addressed, we’ll figure it out—together. I provide long-term, results-driven therapy in a supportive yet challenging environment where you can finally start making sense of what’s going on. With over 12 years of experience and dual Master’s degrees from Barry University, I bring both training and real-world perspective to our work. I’m a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP), and I’m trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and EMDR—two powerful tools for working through trauma and getting out of survival mode. My approach is straightforward and collaborative. We’ll identify the patterns, beliefs, and experiences that are interfering with your daily life and build a better framework that supports clarity, stability, and self-control. I do this work because I’ve seen the transformations that are possible when individuals commit to the process. Therapy doesn’t have to be abstract or feel like guesswork; you’ll get a plan that fits who you are. You don’t have to keep feeling this way. Book an intake session today and take the first step toward feeling like yourself again.
Our first session together will always be a clinical interview. This will look like me asking many questions about different areas of your life and gathering a clear picture of your habits, your childhood, and your family dynamics. The purpose of this interview is to formulate a provisional diagnosis and I will share this with you at the end of our first meeting.
I work best with individuals, families, and couples dealing with mood disorders (depressive disorders, bipolar disorders), anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, specific phobias) and trauma-related disorders (PTSD, C-PTSD). Addiction does not discriminate and most of the clients I have treated have had co-occuring (substance use disorders + mental health disorders).
I specialize in working with people navigating the long-term effects of trauma and ADHD—especially when those challenges show up as chronic stress, emotional overwhelm, focus issues, or feeling stuck in patterns that don’t make sense. I support first responders and frontline professionals—including military personnel, law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics, healthcare workers, and civil servants—who carry the weight of responsibility in high-stress or traumatic environments and are often expected to “keep going” without space to process what they’ve been through. I work with survivors of abuse, sexual assault, or natural disasters who are seeking safety, healing, and a deeper sense of control in their lives. I help creative professionals and artists who feel intensely, think deeply, and may struggle with perfectionism, burnout, or emotional dysregulation in fast-moving or emotionally vulnerable environments. I offer affirming, inclusive care for LGBTQ individuals navigating identity, relationships, or the layered impact of trauma and social stressors in daily life. I also work with men who feel like they should “have it all together” but are quietly battling self-doubt, irritability, or disconnection from themselves and others. My practice is rooted in the belief that healing is never one-size-fits-all. I hold space for complexity, and I’m here to support you through the messy, layered, and very human process of change.
2 ratings with written reviews
March 26, 2025
Mr. Blake-Edwards was great! He listened patiently and attentively as well as spoke with professionalism and tact. He compelled me to feel comfortable with speaking with him. I would like to continue with Mr. Blake-Edwards moving forward.
February 14, 2025
Great listener and he gave me great feedback.
My journey began in 2012, working with children and families in a community setting. I've honed my skills in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) over the years, finding it particularly effective in helping individuals overcome depression and anxiety. I'm informed in the Unified Protocol (UP) and often incorporate exposure-based techniques into treatment. This might involve gentle, guided exercises between sessions to help you face your fears and build resilience.
I have utilized Mindfulness-based Cognitive therapy (MBCT) in group and individual sessions since 2020. This approach may look like participating specific meditations or psychological exercises during and in between sessions. This may also include breathing exercises, homework, and tasks between sessions.
I am a basic ART practitioner and have a basic certification in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) since 2021. ART is similar to Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR). Both therapies use bilateral stimulation and have both been proven effective for the treatment of PTSD and other disorders. I tailor each client's treatment plan to their own specific and unique needs and utilize this treatment method when appropriate. This may look like tapping on the body or moving the eyes with a stimulus while being instructed with guided imagery.
I have worked with CPT in community settings to address trauma-related disorders since 2019. This may look like writing and re-writing about traumatic or upsetting events and processing the emotions and thoughts in session. Typically some work is done to establish safety before we tackle this task.
I am EMDR-trained as of 2025. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed by past experiences, or find that old wounds still impact your daily life, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy may be the breakthrough you're looking for. I specialize in helping professionals and high-functioning adults process trauma, anxiety, and limiting beliefs that hold them back. EMDR is a research-backed, efficient therapy approach designed to help your brain reprocess painful memories and reduce emotional distress—without needing to relive every detail. Whether you're managing past trauma, work-related stress, or personal challenges, EMDR can help you feel more grounded, confident, and in control of your life. Let's work together to create space for growth, clarity, and long-term healing.