(she/her)
New to Grow
Welcome! I support teens and young adults navigating some of life's most challenging and formative years. Adolescence and adulthood can bring a unique mix of pressures - academic stress, changing relationships, career confusion, questions about identity, purpose and uncertainty about the future. During these times it's easy to feel overwhelmed, discouraged, anxious or depressed. If you are struggling with any of these life challenges, you don't have to figure them out alone. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over eight years of experience working with clients of various backgrounds to overcome their anxious thoughts and deep sadness. I use a person-centered approach and create a warm accepting environment so that you have a safe space to be yourself. I look forward to helping you heal, grow and feel in control of your life.
In our first session, you can expect a warm, inviting and judgement-free space where I will get to know more about you and what brought you into therapy. I promise I won't ask you a million questions or pressure you to share more than you feel ready to. I want to hear your story when you're ready to tell it. With this time, we'll establish a therapeutic alliance that we'll build on in each session that follows. We'll discuss your goals and any questions you have about the therapeutic process and put a plan together that will help you build your confidence and find peace in your life.
I create a calm environment where clients can lay down whatever burdens they've been carrying all week. While my person-centered approach is always at the heart of each session, I also utilize CBT and DBT skills for clients that can benefit from more tangible strategies. What my clients need is all that matters, so I make sure to actively listen to what they are struggling with or searching for and provide the proper care. I have seen many clients achieve their goals over the years and I've also seen clients return when they've encountered new challenges or noticed past symptoms resurfacing. I'm here to support and empathize with you in what ever stage of life you're working through!
I primarily work with teens and adults that are struggling to navigate life transitions. The clients I work with are experiencing anxiety, depression and low self-esteem, all while trying to manage their emotions and maintain relationships with loved ones. I work well with clients that are in search of a safe space to be heard and understood in order to work towards personal growth.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Using a Person-Centered approach, I focus on building a genuine and trusting relationship with each client. I believe that meaningful change happens when people feel accepted, respected and empowered to explore openly.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use a Cognitive Behavioral approach to support clients that are experiencing anxiety or depression stemming from distorted thought patterns. I work with my clients to uncover the patterns that are keeping them stuck. Then we work together to replace them with more realistic, positive thought patterns.
Christian Counseling
For clients hoping to grow in their faith or start a journey to uncover their beliefs, I provide a safe space free of judgement or assumptions. Clients that have been hurt by the church or have struggled with organized religion are also welcome to explore those thoughts, feelings and experiences in session.