Hi! I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida. I received my Master's from Walden University, and have over 18 years of experience in mental health counseling. I provide compassionate support and evidence-based interventions to adolescents and adults facing these challenges. Through a collaborative and non-judgmental therapeutic approach, I help clients explore their emotions, develop coping skills, and work toward healing and resilience. My goal is to empower clients to navigate their mental health struggles and find greater peace and well-being in their lives.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
During our initial session, we'll begin with brief introductions before delving into the specific difficulties you're encountering. This exploration will enable me to formulate a personalized plan for our subsequent sessions, guiding our collaborative efforts toward resolution and growth.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
With 18 years of experience in mental health counseling, my expertise includes dedicated work with adolescents and adults. Over this time, I've honed a proven approach aimed at assisting clients in (a) pinpointing the underlying causes of their difficulties and (b) devising a customized strategy that fosters tangible advancement.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I love assisting individuals who are eager to address their struggles with anxiety, stress, depression, and trauma but feel overwhelmed and lack the necessary coping tools.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
My treatment method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to psychological distress. Over 18 years, it likely involved a collaborative approach between you and your therapist, utilizing various CBT techniques such as cognitive restructuring, behavior modification, and problem-solving to address specific issues and improve coping skills. Consistent practice and application of these strategies likely led to long-term changes in how you perceive and respond to challenges in your life.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I utilized active listening, unconditional positive regard, and empathy to facilitate self-exploration and personal growth. Through this client-centered approach, the client will likely, experience increased self-awareness, self-acceptance, and a deeper understanding of their own experiences and emotions.
Christian Counseling
Treatment involves integrating psychological principles with Christian beliefs, utilizing prayer, scripture, and a supportive therapeutic relationship to address emotional and mental health concerns. The focus is on promoting healing, growth, and spiritual well-being while respecting the client's autonomy and values within the framework of Christian faith.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
treatment is focused on identifying and amplifying the client's strengths and resources to facilitate rapid problem resolution. The therapist and client collaborate to set clear, achievable goals and explore exceptions to the problem, with an emphasis on finding practical solutions rather than delving into past issues. The approach is brief, typically spanning only a few sessions, and aims to empower clients to enact positive change in their lives.