New to Grow
I am a licensed professional counselor with 22 years of experience. I went to Ohio State University for my bachelor's degree and Ashland Theological Seminary for my master's in counseling. I have worked in the hospital setting, outpatient, as well as in the career/business setting. My goal is to help you better understand yourself and your situation so that you can take steps toward healing.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In the first session, I want to learn more about what brings you to counseling and what your goals are. I will listen intently and ask questions to make sure I understand what you are looking to accomplish. We will go over the plan for counseling so you know what to expect in the process.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I bring empathy, active listening, and a desire to understand my client's perspective. I create an environment of warmth and safety to help my clients communicate their needs and their story. Using therapeutic tools and interventions, I empower my clients to take steps towards healing.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I am proud of you for taking the first step in reaching out for help. If you are feeling overwhelmed in your current circumstances, I am here to work alongside you to help you, one step at a time.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT to help uncover unhealthy or unhelpful thought and behavior problems. Once those are uncovered, we walk through solution oriented strategies to overcome those patterns and reduce your negative symptoms.