New to Grow
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in healthcare settings, supporting adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, and life changes. I understand how overwhelming it can feel to manage emotional challenges while also handling the demands of daily life. I provide a practical, supportive approach to help you better understand what you’re going through and build realistic strategies to feel more in control, confident, and able to move forward. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being honest, while also helping you make meaningful progress at a pace that feels manageable.
In our first session, we’ll focus on understanding what brings you in and what you’d like to get out of therapy. You don’t need to have everything figured out—I’ll help guide the conversation so it feels comfortable and manageable. We’ll begin identifying patterns, concerns, and practical next steps so you leave with a clearer sense of direction.
My greatest strengths are my ability to quickly understand complex situations, provide practical and realistic guidance, and create a space where clients feel comfortable being honest. My background in healthcare allows me to understand the connection between physical health, emotional stress, and daily functioning, helping clients navigate real-life challenges with clarity and confidence. I focus on helping clients make meaningful progress without feeling overwhelmed.
I work best with adults who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or trying to manage the emotional weight of life’s challenges. Many of the individuals I work with are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, health concerns, or major life transitions. I often work with individuals navigating medical issues, caregiving responsibilities, grief, or the impact of chronic stress on their daily life. I help clients make sense of what they’re experiencing, build practical coping strategies, and feel more confident managing both emotional and real-life challenges. My approach is supportive, direct, and focused on helping you make meaningful progress without feeling overwhelmed. I work well with individuals who are ready to better understand themselves and take steps toward meaningful, lasting change.
Motivational Interviewing
I use a supportive, non-judgmental approach that helps you feel heard and understood while we explore what matters most to you and what may be holding you back. I help you build confidence, reduce self-doubt, and create realistic, lasting changes at your own pace. This is especially helpful for individuals feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT to help identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. This approach focuses on creating real-life changes that improve how you feel and function day-to-day. This is especially helpful for individuals dealing with anxiety, negative thinking, or emotional overwhelm.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I focus on practical, goal-oriented strategies to help you make meaningful progress without feeling overwhelmed. We work together to identify what’s already working and build on that to create change. This is especially helpful for individuals navigating stress, life transitions, or needing short-term support.
Strength-Based
I help you recognize your strengths, resilience, and existing supports so you can move forward with more confidence. Instead of focusing only on problems, we build on what’s already working. This is especially helpful for individuals who feel discouraged, stuck, or unsure of their next steps.
Trauma Informed Care
I provide care that is sensitive to past experiences and focuses on creating a sense of safety, trust, and stability. We move at a pace that feels manageable for you. This is especially helpful for individuals who have experienced stress, loss, or difficult life events.