With over 15 years of experience working with adults and adolescents, my practice utilizes Psychodynamic Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other evidence-based approaches. I continue to educate my self on the most up-to-date, cutting edge approaches; EMDR,VR, etc. With that being said, no two people are the same and I personalize the needs of each individual. My goal is to build coping skills and restore self-confidence that can be utilized for a lifetime of mental wellness. My career includes private practice, community mental health, and high schools. I am passionate about helping adults, adolescents, athletes, women, and people dealing with past trauma.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Your first therapy session can be a mix of emotions and experiences as you start the process of opening up to a therapist. Here are some things you can generally expect: 1. Introductions: Your therapist will likely start the session by introducing themselves and explaining their approach to therapy. They may also ask you to introduce yourself and share a bit about why you're seeking therapy. 2. Paperwork:There may be some paperwork to fill out, such as consent forms, privacy policies, and questions about your medical history and reasons for seeking therapy. 3. Setting goals:Your therapist may ask you about your goals for therapy and what you hope to achieve. This can help guide the direction of your sessions. 4. Getting to know you:Your therapist may ask you some questions to get to know you better, such as questions about your background, family, relationships, and current challenges. 5. Discussing confidentiality:Your therapist will likely explain the limits of confidentiality and when they may need to break confidentiality, such as if there is a risk of harm to yourself or others. 6. Exploring your concerns:You will have the opportunity to talk about the issues that brought you to therapy and explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe and nonjudgmental space. 7. Building rapport:Building a trusting relationship with your therapist is important for the therapeutic process. Your therapist may work on building rapport with you during the first session. 8. Setting expectations:Your therapist may explain what you can expect from therapy, how often you'll meet, and the therapeutic approach they plan to use. 9. Answering questions:Your therapist will likely encourage you to ask any questions you may have about therapy, their approach, or the process. Remember, the first therapy session is just the beginning of your therapeutic journey. It's normal to feel a mix of emotions, including relief, anxiety, hope, or even vulnerability. Give yourself time to adjust to the process and be open to the experience. If you don't feel comfortable with the therapist after the first session, it's okay to try a different therapist until you find the right fit.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

With over 15 years of experience in working with people from all backgrounds I am confident in my approach and work. I like to get to the root of the problem and start working on improvement/change right away. Using this approach, I find that people are in therapy for a shorter amount of time and able to move past their barriers faster. I don't believe in prolonging therapy for years, unless needed.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

Sometimes we become overwhelmed due to changes in routine or major events such as a new school, grades, finances, becoming a new parent, losing a loved one, divorce, or conflict in relationships. These life events may lead to anxiety, low self esteem, lack of motivation, and loss of direction. These struggles appear in different ways for each person and lasts for varying amounts of time. However, we can not always recover on our own due to depression, anxiety, past trauma, or other underlying influence. I am a therapist (LPC), here to help you on your journey to healing and becoming your best self.

About Angela Hunter