I have been in the field for twenty five years and have learned to adjust to what the client is presenting in the session to achieve a sense of safety. I work with what the client is presenting and focus on how to guide the client to work through their presenting problem. I have had a history of working with a variety of clients and cultures. I started working in a therapeutic community with at risk adolescents. I later worked with court referred gang members. From there I worked with the homeless and the LGBTQ Community on addictions. I opened a private practice in a more suburban environment.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
My style is eclectic, depending on what is being presented by the client. I tend to use mindfulness and educating the client of their patterns and how to empower themselves in working on their traits.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
My style is mostly patterned in direct communications. I use an eclectic approach depending on what is being presented in session.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I present with directness and candor. I often offer feedback and refer to the client on developing insight to their patterns.