LCSW, 22 years of experience
Counseling is a passion for me. It is my practice, I support each client to discover their own inner resources and strengths while gaining personal empowerment. My passion is working with survivors of trauma to break cycles of transgenerational trauma to create new paths, traditions, and coping strategies for a healthy well-being. I utilize various treatment modalities which include but are not limited to psycho-dynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution focused. I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Mindfulness. My approach is of a strength-based nature using relational therapy techniques, interwoven with threads of narrative therapy. I enjoy utilizing a nontraditional approach to therapy and am hoping to de-stigmatize mental health in communities of color. As a survivor of trauma myself, I aim to help make meaning of the individuals life experiences and assist them in moving from surviving to thriving. I believe my life experiences can help provide resonance, a helpful tool in providing empathy which is important to the healing journey. I am trauma informed, using whole body therapy to build relationships with individuals who want to trust themselves and others. My approach incorporates the belief that curiosity guides your discovery of self. I will ask questions that can help clients understand how they are in the world and from that perspective they can decide what changes they want to make. It is a useful tool for me to use embodiment that connects clients to their body, mind and spirit respecting their own inner wisdom, their past and present. I utilize emotional education that demystify feelings, emotions, and behavior so the client can make adaptive choices and build strategies that connect them to their own values and help them nurture the relationships they deserve. As a therapist in the community for over 2 decades, I have worked with a range of people across the spectrum helping them achieve their goals.
In our first session, we’ll start with brief introductions, then dive into specific challenges you are facing. This will help me to create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow up sessions.
I understand that therapy does not have a one size fits all approach, I am adaptive to each client's needs and goals. It is very important for me to provide a healing environment that is safe, and judgement free.
I love working with adults and professionals who want support with life changes. My clients are willing to be self aware in their healing journey. My clients experience safety in their body, minds, and spirit; respecting their own inner wisdom, their past and present.
I have 20 plus years experience integrating the complex impact of trauma on an individual’s well-being and how it shapes a person’s ability to cope.
I have 20 plus years experience treating survivors of grief, loss, and separation. I am passionate about understanding ways that the body manifests the pain of grief and helpful ways to get relief from the struggle.
I have had an amazing career focusing away from deficits of people with mental illnesses and focuses on the strengths and resources of the clients.
In my experience, my use of religious beliefs, attitudes or practices can reduce the emotional distress caused by stressful events of life.