Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in Trauma and PTSD, Mood Disorders, Substance Misuse and 9 more.
(she/her)
New to Grow
I believe in the person-centered approach. I meet you where you are. I work across the life span, with my youngest patient being age 3 and my oldest patient being in their 80s. Each person is different and comes from a different experience, so I work from a holistic approach. Whether it's depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism, OCD, trauma or some other issue, no one experiences symptoms the exact same way. Therefore, their treatment should not be a cookie cutter approach. Over my 15 years experience, I have been able to meet many people along the way through working in the school system, to inpatient facilities and outpatient services. I look foward to meeting you and working together to meet your needs.
Our first session will be "a get to know you" session. The first session is a little different than the others. I will have several questions for you as I get to know your history. You may have questions for me, and I encourage you to ask them as well!
I am experienced with childhood and adult issues, trauma, and substance abuse. Working with a diverse population has helped to expand services across the life span. Being trained and experienced in more than one area assists in being able to provide more treatment options with one therapist instead of referring to another specialist.
Client can be any age 6 or over. They are interested in pursuing therapy and take an active role in their treatment. Children may be dealing with ADHD, ODD, or other childhood concerns - so parents would be involved too. Client arrives on time and prepared for session or gives an advance notice to reschedule. We would work together to set treatment goals and have open/honest communication.
When a child has gone through a difficult experience, it can affect how they feel, behave, and relate to others. This therapy helps both the child and caregiver better understand each other, strengthen their bond, and develop healthy ways to cope. As the relationship becomes stronger, children often feel safer, more secure, and better able to manage their emotions.
CBT is like training your brain. It helps you recognize unhelpful thoughts, look at situations from a different perspective, and practice healthier ways of responding. Over time, this can help reduce anxiety, depression, stress, and other emotional difficulties while improving your confidence in handling everyday challenges.
a type of therapy that helps the brain process and heal from upsetting or traumatic experiences. Sometimes, after a traumatic or highly stressful event, the brain can get "stuck," causing memories to continue feeling as painful or overwhelming as when they first happened. During EMDR, you'll briefly focus on a difficult memory while following your therapist's guidance, such as moving your eyes back and forth, listening to alternating sounds, or feeling gentle taps on each side of your body. This process helps the brain reprocess the memory so it becomes less emotionally intense. The goal is not to erase the memory, but to help you remember it without feeling overwhelmed by it.
It gives you skills to stay calm during stressful moments, handle difficult feelings without acting impulsively, communicate more effectively with others, and become more confident in managing life's challenges. The goal is to help you build a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling, even when difficult emotions arise.
Think of mindfulness as learning to hit the "pause button." Instead of getting swept away by stressful thoughts or strong emotions, you learn to notice what's happening in the moment, take a step back, and choose how you want to respond. It doesn't make problems disappear, but it can help you feel more in control, less stressed, and better able to handle life's challenges.