My approach is to use authenticity and openness to build a relationship based on trust and respect. I genuinely care about what has gotten you to this point and I want to help you process through whatever in life is causing you distress. I believe in meeting you where you are. I have a strong background in working with those struggling with anxiety, grief, and bereavement. The majority of my career has been working in medical settings helping individuals and families with chronic and complex illnesses or recent traumas. I have experience in working with loss- of a loved one, of self- identity, of hope in the future. I am here to help you cope, set healthy boundaries, and improve your sense of self compassion. My goal is to provide a safe space to help my clients process whatever in life is causing you distress and together build a foundation to help you navigate both now and in the future.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Seeking out therapy is something you chose to do for you. During our first session, we'll talk about what your goals are and what you want to take away from our time together. As our conversations progress, we'll keep checking in to make sure your goals remain in focus and our conversations are helping you identify areas of change or areas of resilience. My hope is after working together for some time you have a greater sense of self.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
My skillset utilizes Cognitive Behavioral, Grief counseling, and a Strength-Based approach. Reframing our thought patterns helps us think realistically in a balanced way and how we think about events is more important than the events themselves. My hope is to help you see the value you already hold.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Talking about death isn't everyone's comfort zone but uniquely it is mine. Over the last 10 years, I have processed with individuals and families the uncertainties and anxiety that death brings. My greatest strength is being able to talk about losses. Sometimes if it is a prolonged illness that takes place, loss starts before someone has died. Loss of identity, loss of an unfulfilled dream, and loss of safety are all common emotions. After a death occurs, the losses continue as individuals struggle to make sense of their new reality. Helping individuals process and cope with their loss has always been intuitive to me and if this is something you're going through, I am here to help.