New to Grow
Hi, I'm Hayley. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor. You have just taken a huge step in bettering your mental health. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling anxious, stuck, or disconnected, and they are unsure of how to move forward, but they know they want something to change. Together, we focus on building confidence, balance, and self-compassion, using humor and perseverance to navigate challenges along the way. My goal is to help clients reconnect with themselves, rediscover what makes them feel alive, and remember that growth is always possible, even in the toughest moments. I help clients find healing and balance through a supportive, authentic, and often laughter-filled approach. My work blends evidence-based techniques with warmth and compassion, helping people build the skills and mindset needed to create real, lasting change. I know that reaching out for help can feel intimidating, especially if you’re used to handling things on your own. But you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m here to meet you with empathy, humor, and genuine support as we work toward the changes you want to see. If you’re ready to take that next step toward healing, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In your first session, we’ll focus on getting to know you and your story. I’ll ask about your current challenges, goals, and what brings you to therapy, while also giving you space to share what feels most important. In the early stages, we work together to build trust, clarify your goals, and begin exploring patterns, strengths, and strategies that can support growth. My goal is to create a safe, collaborative environment where you feel heard and supported from the very beginning.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Clients often share that they feel genuinely understood and at ease with me, without judgment, pressure, or the need to have everything figured out. I bring a calm, grounded presence to therapy and create a space where you can be honest, vulnerable, and fully yourself. My approach is both compassionate and practical. I believe meaningful change happens when insight is paired with tools you can actually use in everyday life. Together, we explore patterns, build emotional awareness, and develop strategies that support lasting growth at a pace that feels safe and supportive. I’m especially attuned to the unspoken, the thoughts and feelings that are hard to name, and the cycles that repeat despite your best efforts. Clients often notice greater clarity, emotional relief, stronger boundaries, and increased self-trust as our work unfolds. Above all, my goal is to help you feel more grounded, empowered, and connected to yourself.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work best with clients who are motivated to engage in the therapeutic process and open to self-reflection. Those who are willing to explore their thoughts, feelings, and patterns often find therapy most rewarding, and I enjoy partnering with them to support meaningful growth and change.
Motivational Interviewing
My experience with motivational interviewing (MI) has shaped my therapeutic practice by grounding it in collaboration, respect for client autonomy, and a deep curiosity about each client’s values and readiness for change. Through MI, I’ve learned to move away from directive or problem-solving approaches and instead focus on eliciting clients’ own motivations, strengths, and ambivalence in a nonjudgmental way. This has helped me develop a more client-centered stance, where change is guided by the client’s goals rather than imposed externally. MI informs how I listen, ask questions, and respond in session, particularly through reflective listening, affirmations, and strategic use of open-ended questions. These skills allow me to build stronger therapeutic alliances, reduce resistance, and support clients in exploring change at their own pace. Overall, motivational interviewing has reinforced my belief that meaningful and sustainable change is most likely when clients feel understood, empowered, and actively engaged in the therapeutic process.