Since graduating from Crown College in 2019, I’ve dedicated the past five years to helping Minnesotans navigate the complexities of the human experience. As an LPCC, I believe that insight is the first step toward change. I specialize in helping clients bridge the gap between their internal world (thoughts and emotions) and their external actions. Whether we are building emotional regulation skills, mastering the art of boundaries, or practicing mindfulness, my goal is to help you move from 'surviving' to functioning at your absolute best.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Our first session is all about building a foundation of trust and safety. I focus on getting to know you as a whole person by exploring your background and the specific symptoms you are navigating. It is also a space for you to interview me; I welcome any questions about my therapeutic process to ensure you feel confident and empowered as we begin this work together.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I approach therapy as a dedicated partnership, combining my clinical expertise with your lived experience. My style is rooted in kindness and empathy, ensuring you feel seen and heard while we develop practical strategies to manage your emotions. I am passionate about demystifying mental health; I provide clear education regarding symptoms and diagnoses so that you feel empowered by knowledge. I value your input at every stage of the process, ensuring our work is always aligned with your personal goals.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I specialize in working with individuals who are ready to move beyond just managing symptoms to truly thriving. My work is dedicated to helping clients dissolve the grip of chronic stress and burnout while reclaiming a sense of balance. Together, we focus on sharpening emotional regulation and strengthening the foundation of your interpersonal relationships, ensuring you have the tools to navigate life with clarity and resilience.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Within Acceptance & Commitment therapy, I help clients identify their values in different areas of life (relationships, leisure, career, spirituality). When you can identify your values and live within your value system you can decrease mental health symptoms.
Christian Counseling
I believe in working with clients within their worldviews. As a Christian, I often see how faith and mental health can intersect. As appropriate and desired by clients, I will utilize scripture to motivate and encourage clients on their life journey.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
As a therapist, I strongly believe in the connection between one's thoughts, feelings, and actions. When we have unhelpful thoughts, it will impact our mood and cause us to react negatively. I help clients identify their unhelpful thoughts, and realistically reframe these thoughts. Also, I help clients identify their triggers to their moods and implement coping strategies to demonstrate emotional regulation.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Cognitive Processing Therapy is an evidence-based trauma treatment. Within this framework, I help the client identify their traumatic experience, identify unhelpful thinking patterns, and learn to question their automatic thoughts.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
With Dialectical Behavior Therapy, I help clients know understand, and explore dialectical thinking. Also, I am trained to help clients learn these specific skills to improve their overall well-being.