LCSW, 26 years of experience
I provide goal-directed, collaborative therapy focused on embracing change as both constant and certain. I am trained and skilled in Solution-Focused Therapy, a goal-oriented and collaborative approach that helps individuals identify and build on their strengths to create positive changes in their lives. This method emphasizes finding practical solutions and fostering resilience, empowering individuals to navigate challenges effectively. I believe that individuals are the experts of their own experiences and possess the inner strengths and resources to overcome barriers to wellness and happiness. While I guide and support individuals in building skills to manage challenges, set realistic goals, and boost personal resilience, the responsibility for meaningful change rests with you. Taking the first step to find a therapist is a remarkable act of courage and an important investment in your well-being. I work with individuals from diverse backgrounds via telehealth, focusing on concerns such as anxiety, chronic stress, fear, shame, perfectionism, and self-critical patterns. I typically check messages after 6:00 p.m. (EST) and will respond as promptly as I can. Thank you for your understanding as I manage other professional responsibilities. Please note that I am generally unavailable during the day, except on Sundays. Feel free to review my calendar for available sessions between 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. (EST). I look forward to partnering with you on your journey.
During our initial therapy session we’ll lay the groundwork for our joint efforts, take the opportunity to become acquainted, and I’ll be available to address any inquiries you have regarding the therapeutic process. Generally, our opening session is dedicated to outlining the structure of therapy. In our forthcoming sessions, we’ll concentrate on exploring the reasons you’ve sought therapy and collaborate to formulate effective approaches to tackle the challenges you’re facing. This approach ensures clarity about the therapy process while also establishing a supportive environment with open and clear communication.
Incorporating humor, humility, empathy combined with my experiential and educational knowledge is empowering and motivating to my clients. I believe support, acceptance and clear communication are essential in making longstanding life changes.
I specialize in guiding individuals through significant life and work transitions, offering tailored support to manage and alleviate anxiety and fear. My approach helps individuals overcome perfectionism and develop healthier relationships by breaking free from people pleasing patterns. I provide a consistently safe and supportive space for personal growth and transformation.
I believe the understanding and acceptance of my client's core cultural beliefs is vitally important in our collaboration. The exploration of my client's culturally-related strengths and supports, and validation of their experiences with oppression strengthens therapeutic alliance and fosters a safe and non-judgmental space.
Attachment-based therapy (ABT) is a therapeutic approach focusing on the influence of early attachment relationships with caregivers on an individual’s emotional and relational development. It aims to help clients understand and address issues related to their attachment styles, which can affect their ability to form and maintain healthy relationships as adults. This approach is useful in understanding familial patterns.
Using evidence based clinical interventions assists my clients in understanding the strategies they are taught in our work are proven to be effective.