I am a general clinical psychologist and see most of my clients utilizing telehealth via Zoom, Doxy or phone. I treat clients who experience anxiety, depression and other life struggles. I’m also a relationship expert and passionate about saving marriages. I specialize in helping busy, hard-working couples or individuals improve their lives in an empathic and safe environment. I use my Christian Faith, years of experience and an evidence-based approach to helping clients navigate through difficult seasons of life. I provide tools and resources so that they can benefit and experience positive results. In addition to couples therapy, I enjoy working with Stepfamilies. I did my research and dissertation on stepfamilies and am a mom and stepmom to 7 children. I am devoted to, when it's possible, preventing the heartache of divorce. But I also work hard with families of divorce to reduce the damage and destruction that can result from high conflict. I enjoy working with special forces and military families. I offer special discounts to military service members, law enforcement, firefighters and their families as they hold a special place in my heart and it is my privilege to help our nation's greatest heroes.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
I embrace the philosophy of resiliency and take a collaborative and strength-based approach to motivate change. I also utilize an evidence-based approach such as Gottman Method for couples and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for those who suffer from mood disorders. In session, I help with the development of important skills such as effective communication, conflict resolution, stress reduction, management of difficult emotions/feelings, practical goal-setting and improved problem solving.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
The treatment methods I utilize vary. For couples, I am trained (levels 1, 2 & 3) in the Gottman Method and utilize Gottman resources. I also do in-person couples weekend intensives through www.couplestherapyinc.com. For individuals, I use an eclectic approach depending on the specific needs of a client. For example, cognitive behavioral therapy for those who suffer from mood disorders. I am also trained in trauma therapy such as EMDR. I have special training and a research background in blended families. I also have experience working with the military and their families.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strength is my Christian faith and the belief that every person I see is of great value and importance and that my job is to do my best to help them in the way I'd want to be helped if I were in their shoes. Other strengths are: how much I love what I do and continue to learn and grow in this field; being curious and often inspired by my clients' stories, and feeling privileged at getting the chance to help someone; life experience of raising a blended family of 7 kids, being married for over 25 years, growing up in the military, traveling abroad and being exposed to many different cultures. Last but not least, I have over 20 years of experience as a clinical psychologist.