Hi! I'm a therapist licensed to practice independently in several states. I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a Master's of Social Work in 2006, and have been in practice since. I provide support to help teens and adults who are struggling with depression, mood swings, anxiety, trauma, and ADHD. We may cover challenges pertaining to family, work, school, sports, substance use, household and parenting, to name a few.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
During the first session, we will get to know each other a little. It will resemble an interview, but there are no wrong answers. We will do an overview of sorts, getting into greater detail in future sessions. I'll be asking some questions to gain a better understanding of your personal history and what you hope to accomplish in therapy. I will explain any policies and procedures that will help us get off to a good start, and answer questions.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
The diversity of clients whom I have served and each of their strengths and challenges has sculpted me into a well-rounded, adaptable therapist. I don't just teach skills, I use them myself. I believe in the theory of multiple intelligences, and that we as humans are malleable; we are not just set in one state of being unable to learn new things.