I chose to change careers late in life. It has been a wonderful decision. I am able to help people in their daily lives be happy. I attended SMU Counseling Program in Plano from 2010 to 2013. I was privileged to complete my practicum and internship at the Resource Center in Dallas. I requested this opportunity so I could help as many people as possible. This was not standard procedure, but I was allowed to do the unusual. I believe clients simply want to be happy. They want to make their choices in life without guilt or shame. Everyone deserves that freedom. I hope that I can help people facilitate that life. I am happy to share techniques that provide acceptance that allow people to not be impacted by the judgmental world in which we live. Please give me a call and see if we connect and if you feel comfortable and safe speaking with me.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
We will build rapport as I learned what is important to you. We will discuss your goals and the life you desire. You will also determine if I am the right counselor for you.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Mindfulness Meditation
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have been blessed to help people with depression, anxiety and trauma. Trauma is many things outside of what is traditionally understood. EMDR has led me to specialize in trauma and utilize this type of intervention for many other diagnoses.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
trauma, complicated trauma, dissociation, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, grief, perfectionism, self-management, communication, addiction