LPCC, 10 years of experience
New to Grow
Do you feel like you are not being heard? Do you feel overwhelmed or stuck? If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, addiction issues, or find yourself in a season of life that is causing you pain, I can help. Your story is important to me. Our past hurts and struggles can have a tremendous impact on the quality of life we live today. By working together, we can partner on a journey that can help you achieve your therapy goals. United States Army veteran. 18 plus years working in and with the addiction recovery community.
At the first meeting, my goal is to make a space that respects your mental health needs. After a check of current thoughts, feelings, and actions, the therapist appears to explain that Cognitive‑Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are teamwork tools. These methods might help spot and change harmful thoughts, calm strong emotions, and work better with others.
Person Centered Approach Experience working with adults with a variety counseling goals US Army Veteran Former Chaplain A wealth of life experience
Someone looking for a therapist who mixes CBT, DBT, and Christian counseling probably thinks their faith matters a lot. They might be dealing with anxiety or depression, maybe even fights at home, and they're willing to try skill‑based exercises. At the same time, they may want to hear biblical ideas, prayer, and spiritual reflection woven into the sessions. This client could be honest about their struggles, but also cautious about changing long‑held thoughts. They often accept homework, though sometimes they wonder if doing worksheets really helps. The therapist‑client bond should feel teamwork, not just a lecturer. While evidence‑based methods are useful, the person also wants guidance that matches their church background. Thus, the ideal client balances practical tools with spiritual hope, hoping for real change that respects both mind and soul. It may also bring lasting peace indeed.
I can help you find, develop and utilize your strengths to help you solve problems and achieve your goals. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services for addictions, depression and anxiety, trauma, and grief counseling
Having nine years of work with clients, I like to blend CBT tools like cognitive restructuring and behavioral activation into each meet‑up. We look at potential harmful thought patterns and swap them for better ones, though sometimes the shift feels slow. Homework gets tweaked to fit goals, using worksheets and real‑life exposure drills. Progress is tracked with rating scales, and we make adjustments as your treatment progresses.
Our treatment plans are shaped around each person’s faith, maybe adding a spiritual survey, Christian mindfulness breathing, prayer and scripture.