The work I do with clients is centered on providing first and foremost, a safe space to be seen and heard. I then provide life tools, education, and promote enhancing qualities that bring meaning and value into my clients’ lives. I have worked with a wide-range of individuals ranging from crisis intervention and stabilization to professional development. EDUCATION: Rollins College – Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Rollins College – Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Communication Florida State Licensed Mental Health Counselor No. MH16186 National Board of Certified Counselors – National Certified Counselor ADDITIONAL TRAINING ADHD Certified Clinical Support Professional Complicated Grief Following COVID-19 Clinical Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Clinical Hypnosis Zero Suicide Prevention
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
I provide a space where people feel free to explore ways to live the life they want to live. A space to look at life from different perspectives, looking at your needs, situation, or concerns from a different lens. My approach is eclectic, primarily informed by Gestalt, Person-Centered, and Mindfulness Based theories, viewing mental health as an integral part of whole person living. I utilize a variety of evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Experiencing Therapy, and integrate attachment styles into my treatment planning. My goal is to provide guidance and education to assist you with navigating whatever concerns have brought you to therapy. I believe that you are the expert on you.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Having both a personal and clinical understanding of anxiety, ADHD, and the journey of identifying and exploring sexual orientation allows me to identify the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral aspects that are contributing to your symptoms. I have evidenced based strategies for addressing a variety of concerns that keep you from living your life fully. My style of therapy is conversational, I am truly interested in who you are as well as who you want to grow into being.
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Gestalt
With extensive training and years of experience, I specialize in this holistic approach that emphasizes personal responsibility and awareness in the present moment. My expertise lies in guiding clients to fully experience their thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations, facilitating self-discovery and growth. Through innovative techniques personalized for the individual, I help clients resolve unfinished business and realize their full potential, creating meaningful and transformative change.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I assist clients cultivate present-moment awareness and emotional resilience. My expertise lies in integrating mindfulness techniques such as meditation, deep breathing, and body scanning to reduce stress and improve mental clarity. Through personalized sessions, I guide clients in developing self-compassion and emotional regulation, empowering them to navigate life's challenges with greater ease and achieve lasting well-being.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I am dedicated to fostering a supportive and empathetic therapeutic environment. My expertise lies in empowering clients by emphasizing their innate strengths and capacity for self-healing. Through active listening, unconditional positive regard, and genuine empathy, I guide clients in exploring their thoughts and feelings, promoting personal growth and self-discovery. This approach helps clients achieve greater self-awareness and fulfillment.