As a Therapist with over 20 years' experience, I work with children, adolescents, families, and individuals to strengthen relationships and overall functioning. My approach to counseling is that we all have a need to be connected; to our spouse, friend, parents and children. Many things can disrupt our emotional connections and our goal together, is to repair and strengthen that connection to promote healthy relationships. My therapeutic modalities are eclectic given the particular situation. I am trained in Cognitive Behavior and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Family Systems Therapy with a strength based, client centered approach. The warmth, attunement and understanding I have for my clients, helps me to create a connection of trust and respect within the therapeutic environment.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session we will discuss the reasons for seeking counseling at this time, past history, my theories of counseling and modalities used to determine appropriate fit for the client. It is important to explore any past counseling to determine what has worked well in the past so we continue to build upon that. I am able to create an environment of trust, safety and warmth to help you feel heard and understood through the counseling process.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Given my extensive experience, I am able to quickly identify family dynamics, strengths and challenging areas for clients. I am a warm, inviting and compassionate therapist with a non judgmental demeanor and allow clients to be where they are today and together create a plan about how to move forward in the most respectful way.