(she/her)
I am a licensed mental health counselor who has been practicing for 8 years. I received a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Masters in Mental Health Counseling. I have a background in several settings that include inpatient, outpatient, community-based and academic programs. I have experience in serving various populations including juvenile justice, homeless/displaced, severe and persistent mental illness and adoption/case management. While I have a focus on adolescents and teenagers, I have worked with all ages throughout my career. I specialize in peer relationships, family conflict, stress, adjustment issues and self-esteem. The therapeutic techniques I use include CBT, DBT, behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy.
We will work together to collaborate on goals that are tailored to your specific needs and current challenges. I believe that a variety of techniques is useful in treating the entire person so we will sample from several different styles. You can expect to be challenged during sessions but also leave feeling heard and validated.
I like to use a variety of treatment methods that will be determined once we discuss your specific needs and symptoms. We will work together to develop treatment goals and the tools to help reach them.
As a therapist I believe my biggest strength is rapport building. I believe the relationship we develop will be a good predictor for the prognosis of the treatment. I also believe that my ability to assess needs and provide effective feedback and tools will increase chances of successful treatment.