Hello and thank you for signing up with me. I understand seeking help is not easy and can be one of the biggest decisions anyone can make in their lifetime. I am here to help you find a resolution to your current situation and create a lasting professional relationship with you, so feel confident that this is a safe place for you to express yourself and seek answers. I have been in the mental health and addictions field for a very long time and I have worked with countless individuals and families who have sought out a therapist to help them get past some uncomfortable and stressful situations. As you can see, I specialize in addictions and substance abuse issues and mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, Bipolar D/O, anger management, etc. I have worked with school students, professionals, persons who are incarcerated, inpatient and outpatient mental health clients and Veterans and their families.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
After our initial appointments where I gather information, I will send homework, worksheets, and personal assignments that you as the client will be working on. This will help you understand that change is progress and it will take time. I will listen, I will not judge. I will understand, I will not make assumptions. I will work with the facts, and allow you to choose what may be best for you. We will talk about the issues that are important to you and help you see other perspectives that may help resolve your current situation.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to engage in conversation and to explore positive and negative coping skills. I also utilize Motivational Interviewing to allow you to explore different coping skills and alternative behaviors that can help you grow and be the best you can be.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have been around enough personalities to pinpoint negative coping skills and behaviors. I will help you explore alternative ways to cope and resolve issues that may come up in your life. I am patient and I also realize people must go through different feelings, emotions and phases before the true work can begin.