LPC, 40 years of experience
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Master Addiction Counselor with more than 40 years of experience helping people heal and grow. My work focuses on supporting clients facing mental health challenges, addiction, and trauma, including sexual abuse trauma. I offer individual, couples, family, and group counseling, and I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client. My counseling style is eclectic, meaning I draw from different evidence-based approaches to find what works best for you. Whether you’re navigating challenges with anxiety, anger management, addiction, or relationships, I strive to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported. My goal is to help you gain tools, clarity, and confidence as you move toward a healthier and more fulfilling life.
In our first session, you can expect me to listen closely to your concerns and goals. I will create a supportive, judgment-free space where you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and feelings. Together, we will begin identifying what you’d like to work on and explore practical steps to help you start making progress right away.
I bring compassion, honesty, and over four decades of professional experience into each session. My greatest strength is creating a safe and empowering environment where clients feel heard and supported. I believe in setting realistic, achievable goals with my clients and tailoring each session to their needs. My direct yet caring communication style helps clients feel both encouraged and motivated as they work toward growth.
I work best with clients who are ready to engage in their healing process and are open to a collaborative counseling relationship. I especially enjoy helping people who are working through addiction, trauma, anxiety, and anger, as well as those seeking to strengthen their relationships. My diverse background allows me to adapt to many needs, and I aim to help each client build resilience, find balance, and feel empowered in their journey.
As a therapist who has worked in the Mental Health and Substance Abuse field for well over 40 years, I find that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapeutic approach that primarily focuses on present thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT helps individuals identify and challenge negative thought patterns, develop effective coping mechanisms, and test new behaviors through experiments. I believe that CBT can be applied to a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and trauma, by addressing specific concerns and tailoring interventions to individual needs. I also appreciate that CBT can be adapted for diverse populations, considering cultural factors and developmental stages. Experienced therapists with ongoing professional development are crucial in ensuring CBT is applied effectively and ethically. This approach emphasizes the speaker's professional experience and expertise within the field.
As a therapist who has worked in the Mental Health and Substance Abuse field for well over 40 years, I understand that Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a therapeutic approach that primarily focuses on mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. I recognize that DBT helps individuals increase emotional awareness, manage intense emotions, improve communication skills, and tolerate distress. I believe that DBT can be applied to a wide range of mental health challenges, particularly those involving emotional dysregulation, such as borderline personality disorder, self-harm, and substance abuse, by addressing specific concerns and tailoring interventions to individual needs. I also appreciate that DBT can be adapted for diverse populations, considering cultural factors and developmental stages. I believe that experienced therapists with ongoing professional development in DBT are crucial in ensuring that this complex therapy is applied effectively and ethically.
As a therapist who has worked in the Mental Health and Substance Abuse field for well over 40 years, I understand that Person-Centered Therapy (PCT) is a therapeutic approach that emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness. I recognize that PCT helps individuals increase self-awareness, explore their inner world, and develop their own solutions to their challenges. I believe that PCT can be applied to a wide range of mental health challenges, particularly those involving low self-esteem, anxiety, and relationship difficulties, by creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. I also appreciate that PCT can be adapted for diverse populations, considering cultural factors and individual needs. I believe that experienced therapists with ongoing professional development in PCT are crucial in upholding ethical standards and ensuring that the therapeutic relationship is conducted with integrity and respect.
As a therapist who has worked in the Mental Health and Substance Abuse field for well over 40 years, I understand that an Eclectic Approach to therapy is valuable in that it allows me to draw upon a variety of therapeutic techniques and interventions to best meet the unique needs of each individual client. I recognize that this approach allows for flexibility and responsiveness in tailoring treatment plans to specific presenting problems and client characteristics. I believe that an Eclectic Approach can be applied to a wide range of mental health challenges by integrating evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Psychodynamic therapy, While also considering the client's individual preferences and cultural background. I believe that experienced therapists with ongoing professional development are crucial in continuously expanding their knowledge base and refining their skills in utilizing an Eclectic Approach to therapy effectively and ethically.
3 ratings with written reviews
February 19, 2025
I appreciate feeling heard and understood!
February 10, 2025
Very nice and good at listening to my thoughts and feelings. Also my counselor is super helpful and motivating!
February 5, 2025
She's amazing I look forward to speaking with her again.