Licensed to practice in Florida and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Addiction, Trauma and PTSD, Military/Veterans and 9 more.
New to Grow
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor with extensive experience working with adults facing trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, life transitions, relationship challenges, and co-occurring mental health conditions. Throughout my career, I have worked in outpatient, residential, and community-based settings, helping individuals navigate some of life's most difficult experiences while rediscovering their strengths and sense of purpose. In addition to my clinical experience, I am a United States Air Force veteran and former first responder. These experiences have given me firsthand insight into the unique challenges associated with high-stress professions, trauma exposure, operational demands, transition struggles, and the pressure of carrying significant responsibility while managing your own well-being. As a result, I have a particular passion for working with veterans, active-duty military members, first responders, healthcare professionals, and others whose careers require them to care for others while often neglecting themselves.
Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another and begin building a strong therapeutic relationship. I believe meaningful change starts with feeling heard, understood, and accepted. We'll discuss what brought you to therapy, explore your goals, and begin developing a plan that meets you where you are today. My goal is for you to leave the first session feeling supported, hopeful, and confident that you don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. Seeking therapy is a significant step, and finding the right therapist matters. If you're looking for a therapist who combines clinical expertise with authenticity, compassion, and a genuine commitment to helping you succeed, I would be honored to work with you.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. I believe that every person's story is unique, and treatment should be tailored to their individual needs and goals. I draw from evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, and trauma-focused interventions to help clients develop insight, build resilience, and create lasting change. I specialize in helping clients with: • Trauma and PTSD • Anxiety and stress-related disorders • Depression and mood concerns • Substance use and recovery support • Co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders • Veterans and military-related concerns • First responder stress and trauma • Life transitions and adjustment difficulties • Relationship and interpersonal challenges • Emotional regulation and coping skills
I work best with clients who are at the point where they want to learn why they do what they do and are willing to make the changes necessary to live a live worth living again. As a combat veteran, former police officer, and EMT, I understand the fast paced nature of the military and first responder life and can help those struggling with reintegration, trauma, and substance abuse.
Other specialties
I identify as
Person-centered (Rogerian)
My goal is helping you find your path home, and that starts with building our therapeutic relationship. I can be your guide through life's difficulties and point you in the direction of your goals.