My passion is working with individuals who are motivated to change to live a happy and more balanced life. I love working with diverse cultures and my lived experiences have helped shape my understanding of others. I consider family dynamics and their impact on the individual and am willing to work with an individual, couple or the family to help improve communication and conflict resolution strategies. Working with the needs of my clients gives me the ability to shift my approach. Life transitions are difficult. I am here to listen to your story and give you a safe space to create lasting change. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience in multiple settings treating anxiety, attentional issues, autism and trauma for 19 years in clients of all ages and cultural backgrounds. Along with doing therapy I have worked as a school counselor for 17 years and can help navigate concerns with academics, social/emotional learning, and parenting. Areas of specialty included stress management and trauma related disorders. As a mom of 3, I enjoy helping other moms adjusting to and improving their lives. Working with the uniqueness of each individual is important to me. I work with my clients to develop a treatment that would best suit your needs to help you positively move forward in your life.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
The most important thing is for you to find someone you can feel safe with so you can do the work to create the life you desire. I am an intuitive person who will be honest with you. We will work together through the difficult times to keep you moving forward. There will be times when you are resistant to doing the work and I will be there to support you through it. I have been in this field a long time and nothing you say can surprise me so there is no need to hold back. It will be freeing to say what you need to say and be the person you want to be without judgement.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I use a Cognitive Behavioral approach and have training in approaches to help heal trauma and have been trained in cognitive rehabilitation. Problem solving and flexibility are my specialties.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My background helps me to work with a plethora of concerns. Some strengths include working with individuals and families who are experiencing transition, (that may be due to life changes, sexuality or gender questioning) are processing trauma, or are experiencing anxiety. I have a mixed- race family (including a husband and 3 children) that helps me see different perspectives and be open to the unique realities many people deal with.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Executive Function and organizational strategies, family conflicts.