Licensed to practice in 4 states and accepts 9 insurances. Specializes in ADHD, Couples Counseling, Family Therapy and 2 more.
New to Grow
Welcome! And congratulations for taking that all important step towards the most important investment you may be making - the investment in YOURSELF! Now, a little about me. My professional background began as a social worker in the UK. Currently, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the USA whose practice emphasizes the importance of the relationships between individuals, and the systems in which those individuals and their relationships flourish at their optimal. My professional background spans over 20 years and includes specializations in ADHD and couples' therapy. My background experience includes child protection, mental health, and education and training. In my current practice I see clients who are committed to the therapeutic process and are ready to take the necessary steps to bring about the change they want to see and experience in their lives and relationships. I use a strength-based approach, acknowledging and honoring what my clients bring to the therapeutic space, and recognize that my clients benefit from my expertise to help them navigate sometimes new terrain.
In our first session together, you can expect that we will spend a little time getting to know each other. This way you can decide whether I am a good fit to facilitate your therapeutic journey. You can also expect a safe and confidential environment where you can show up as your absolute authentic self without judgement. Although this is an opportunity for me to find out more about the information from your intake form, and the primary reason you scheduled your appointment, I will also provide you with the opportunity to ask me any questions you might have about my therapeutic approach, the frequency of meetings, and anything else related to your therapy sessions and your overall journey.
Many of my clients have reported to feeling safe to discuss very personal and sensitive information with me. One of my strengths is my ability to create an environment conducive to healing. Other strengths include my areas of expertise which includes certifications as an ADHD consultant, and a certified couple's therapist and trainer.
My ideal client would be an individual or a couple who is ready to make a strong commitment to making changes in their life. This person/people recognize some unhealthy behavior patterns, relationship dynamics, and perhaps even the role they might play in perpetuating negative cycles of interactions in their life and relationships. This person is ready to show up in a safe, confidential space as their authentic self to begin unpacking some of the issues that have not served them well in their life and relationships with a view to bring about lasting change.
Other specialties
I identify as
Integrative
My approach is tailored to clients' individual needs with regard for the clients' age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexuality and presenting problem. I utilize methods and interventions from a range of relational and systemic models while valuing clients' uniqueness.