I have been in private practice for 6 years. I have been in the mental health field in varying capacities for over 20 years. I have a therapy dog named Jacoby, who clients seem to really enjoy having in session. I am working on creating a space to incorporate other animals such as goats, chickens, donkeys, horses, and a cow into sessions for clients who so choose to access this. I also am working to incorporate other aspects of agriculture such as working with dirt and planting/growing things for clients who feel they might benefit from grounding experiences. I have a sand tray that I also can incorporate in sessions. I support the LGBTQ+ community, and work to create safe spaces for all of my clients. I have taken some steps along a deconstruction journey in an effort to support individuals of the global majority and create a safe space for these individuals as well.
If you are in person, we will go over safety rules and sign any waivers necessary. We will review informed consent, and you may ask any questions you may have. We will then talk about your history and what "made you pick up the phone to call and schedule this appoitment". We will take a look at where you are, and where we are going in your journey.
I feel that I am able to provide a safe space for my clients. My clients express that they feel seen, heard, and validated. They also feel as though they are not being judged.
I want to help you in your journey to becoming the best version of you. I will walk along side you, and sit in the uncomfortableness that life often proceeds. I will roll up my sleeves and help you clean up the things in your life that you find problematic.
Did a training on DBT in 2016. Have worked to incorporate mindset changes and mindfulness practices associated with this model to help clients increase distress tolerance, and reduce the stress of life's input.
Offer animal assisted therapy, as well as other agricultural related mediums to help clients get in touch with themselves, access deeper parts of themselves, and be more relaxed in the experience of therapeutic process.
Completed one year of training through Family and Play Therapy Center, INC. I have utilized this methodology with several clients over the last year to help them tap into deeper parts of themselves.