I am a licensed clinical social worker with active licenses in both Florida and New York. For the past 12 years, I have worked at many private detoxes and rehab treatment centers. I have been privileged to work with people that not only have addiction and substance abuse issues, but those that present with issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, intimacy, abandonment, LGBTQ issues, and past trauma. I have worked with both young and old populations on all such issues. I mostly tend to draw from the person-centered approach when in a therapeutic relationship with my clients. I do this because I am a strong believer in meeting each client “where they are at” and to be a catalyst for each individual to progress through therapeutic self-discovery and become the best version of themselves. However, as each person is unique and presents with different issues, I also employ other therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I also utilize Narrative, Strategic, and Existential approaches. Different modalities are employed to treat specific problems and issues. As we progress together, I will create a customized and specific approach that is uniquely tailored for you. My professional background has been quite interesting and has taken a non-traditional path. Prior to becoming a therapist, I was a corporate attorney working at a huge law firm. At the age of 36, I was no longer happy working in law. I sought a new career in which I could help people. With the support of many, I left law and decided to go back to school to become a clinical therapist. It was a risky move – and one that has allowed me to take on a deeply meaningful and rewarding career as a therapist. We are currently going through one of the most stressful and concerning times in modern history with the current COVID-19 pandemic. As such, many are going through heightened mental health issues. I commend you for taking the step to reach out and seek therapy. Tele-therapy is a relatively new technology that allows people who might not normally be open to traditional face-to-face therapy to seek help in a less formal and more comfortable manner. I treat all clients with support, compassion and empathy in a non-judgmental manner. Most importantly, I am always available to my clients in times of urgent need. I am honored to be a part of your life, and I will always endeavor to support you in the most authentic, interactive and genuine manner. I enjoy and feel honored to be a part of someone’s personal experiences, as our problems and feelings are unique and yet we are all one and together. This is the way I like to approach my sessions – as a team, addressing challenges together to become free from judgment, criticism, and pain; to change our negative perceptions that do not serve us well; and to live a joyful and peaceful life. For my professional growth, I continuously read related literature, keep myself up to date with the ethical and legal guidelines in the field, and the latest research, and attend conferences and trainings. I believe in creating a space where we can have difficult conversations, work on resolving issues and collaborate on treatment plans that are tailored to your personal needs and experiences. It takes a lot of courage and motivation to reach out for additional support. I am here for you and thank you for trusting me with your utmost personal dilemmas.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
After meeting with me, we will work together collaboratively to create and establish a treatment plan that honors your goals and objectives in a safe, empathetic and non judgmental manner.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I also employ other therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I also utilize Narrative, Strategic, and Existential approaches. Different modalities are employed to treat specific problems and issues. As we progress together, I will create a customized and specific approach that is uniquely tailored for you.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I am able to establish a quick and genuine rapport with my clients because this is your treatment and I will always endeavor to treat you with the utmost respect, empathy and compassion. Inititally my early career exposed me to hands on experience in the substance abuse industry. Eventually my career took me in a different industry to then specialize on other mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, relationships, trauma and life transitions.