I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions. I completed my Master's degree in Social Work at Millersville University, am trained in parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT), and have a certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I utilize multiple treatment approaches including Adlerian methods, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing (MI), Polyvagal Theory, and solutions-focused therapy (SFT). Life throws us all challenges and struggles that sometimes leave us feeling lost, confused, and alone. I'm confident that I would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with me today.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our sessions together you can expect a collaboration! It's important for you to feel our time together is an open, honest, and safe space to begin your journey to healing. I can help you develop your goals for therapy and facilitate conversations about treatment options. You can expect to find someone who will help navigate those first steps moving forward. Seeking therapy can feel scary but you're making the right choice. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. I'll meet you with compassion and empathy so you can overcome the struggles and habits holding you back. Let's work together!
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My own life has been filled with challenges that have led me to explore many of my own inner thoughts and feelings. Helping others navigate their hard times is something I knew I wanted to do from a very young age. I work best with clients that are willing to explore themselves and are curious about who they are and where they want to be. People who have a strong desire to make changes to their lives, thoughts, and feelings, and learn new ways of thinking are a joy to work with and I love sharing the "aha" moment when a perspective shifts. What inspires me, and where my strengths are, is being able to grow connections with people who want to improve their quality of life in some way. Learning to trust a therapist is not an easy thing to do, so people who are willing to take that leap are very inspiring to me. I am passionate about helping people and I am dedicated to facilitating positive change in others.