Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Virginia. I received my Doctorate degree from William James College in Massachusetts and have been practicing for 2 years. I am an Army Veteran and strive to help those who struggle with major life transitions and mood disorders. My goal is to provide effetive evidence-based treatment and teach the skills needed to cope effectively.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we will take time to get to know each other and dive into specific challenges you're facing prior to coming up with a treatment plan together. I believe the most important part of treatment is forming a strong therapeutic alliance and taking the time to foster that relationship.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Having served as a psychologist in the Army, I've worked with a range of problems and have several evidence-based treatments that help to identify the root cause of your problems and give you the skills needed to address those problems.
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Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
ACT is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on helping individuals accept their thoughts and feelings rather than fighting or avoiding them. It also emphasizes living in alignment with one's core values and engaging in committed action despite the presence of difficult emotions.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is a structured, goal-oriented therapy that focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
CBT-I targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that contribute to sleep difficulties. CBT-I involves cognitive restructuring, sleep restriction, and stimulus control to improve sleep quality.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
CPT helps individuals identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts related to trauma, such as feelings of guilt or self-blame through identifying stuck points and using writing exercises to process the trauma narrative.
Humanistic
Humanistic therapy focuses on fostering a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their feelings, thoughts, and experiences.