New to Grow
I am a medical hospice social worker turned private practice therapist. My niche is supporting those who have a body that hurts. Folks find me who are suffering from a variety of chronic symptoms, including pain, fatigue, weakness, brain fog, restlessness, depression, panic, nausea. Many have a diagnosis or syndrome like IBS, EDS, POTS, PMDD, CHF, or fibromyalgia. Some are terminal.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Our first session is your opportunity to help me learn how to help you. We’ll complete a thorough “biopsychosocial assessment,” which is common and best practice, especially for those coping with chronic symptoms.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I’m unique in my level of engagement. I’m an educator and collaborator. I don’t just listen.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal client is open to new, yet simple, ways of understanding and interacting with their thoughts and symptoms. They may struggle to believe in recovery but are hopeful and know they are deserving. There is a willingness to be curious.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
CBT is a key strategy for relearning pain, used to work with the thoughts contributing to your physical symptoms.
EMDR
EMDR is an excellent strategy for reducing intrusive fear responses that increase chronic pain and other symptoms.
Psychoeducation
Relearning pain is based on education, making my approach more collaborative than other models.