I have worked in the clinical field for over 25 years and have been licensed as a clinician for over 15 years. I am dual-licensed as a clinical social worker (LCSW) and as a marriage and family therapist (LMFT). I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Rutgers University and a Master’s Degree from Florida International University in Social Work. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and have had extensive training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and the Gottman Method Couples Therapy. I moved into a successful private practice over seven years ago.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Remember there is nothing wrong with you- except that you are human and suffer pain. We look forward to hearing from you. The answers and healing you seek are already inside of you, individually or within your group. I can help you bring it forth, understand it, and embrace it.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
My main focus with individuals is short-term, solution-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. With couples and families, I use emotionally focused therapy, along with techniques from the Gottman Method, which has shown to be the most effective in re-creating healthy and long-term bonds I am a superb active listener and have a personal motto that I never give up on anyone. I will patiently guide you through the journey of self-discovery and self-fulfillment.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapy proven to help reduce symptoms related to post-traumatic stress disorder, traumas, depression, anxiety, phobias, addictions, and other conditions. For marriages and relationships in crisis, emotionally focused therapy, along with techniques from the Gottman Method, has shown to be the most effective in re-creating healthy and long-term bonds. I am certified in EMDR and emotionally-focused therapy and have had extensive training in the Gottman Method. Remember there is nothing wrong with you- except that you are human and suffer pain. We look forward to hearing from you. The answers and healing you seek are already inside of you, individually or within your group. I can help you bring it forth, understand it, and embrace it.