HI! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I received my Masters in Social Work from CSU Sacramento in 2010. I have been licensed since 2014. I assist my clients in seeing areas of opportunity for growth and healing. Together we develop goals and solutions to help you live your best life. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session I will get to know you, your history, and the specific challenges you are looking to overcome. I hope to make you feel safe and secure in this first session as I know it can be intimidating starting on this journey. I will ask you to share your goals and vision for your life. Together we will begin to develop strategies to get there.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Having worked in the field for 15 years, I bring a strong skillset of empathy and directness to help get you unstuck. I will point out areas that you can grow while allowing you to explore your own strengths. I am competent in Narrative, CBT, DBT, Solutions Focused and trauma focused approaches. I have vast experience working with first responders including correctional staff. In addition, I have specialized training working with gender dysphoria and completing gender affirming assessments. I look forward to talking with you soon! I am licensed in FL and CA.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I primarily work with women, young adults, professionals, LGBT folks, and men experiencing a range of symptoms and life stressors related to relationships, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and life transitions. Many of my clients are dealing with changes like starting out in their career, relationship beginnings or endings, or loss of a loved one. I provide personalized support to help you thrive in your personal and professional life.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have used CBT in practice for 15 years. CBT has helped clients overcome anxiety, depression, and symptoms of trauma. We will use CBT to identify thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that may be getting in the way of you living your best life. Once identified, we will then work on changing these thoughts and behaviors leading to an increase in ability to cope with stressors.
Grief Therapy
We all experience grief in our life which can lead to extreme sadness, depression, and anxiety. I have many years of experience helping clients navigate the grieving process. You will work on making meaning of the loss and end up reinvesting in a fulfilling life.
Gender-affirming therapy
I have used gender affirming therapy for over 15 years. I will partner with you on your journey to become your authentic self. We will explore gender using narrative and supportive approaches. If desired, I can work with your medical team to ensure you get the care you need for transition.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I have 15 years experience using solutions focused treatment to help clients navigate a problem and get the outcome they desire.
Trauma Informed Care
As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I will partner with you while you heal from your trauma. I use an eclectic approach that fits with your theory of change. We will ensure that you have skills to manage symptoms and then work to process how the trauma continues to show up in your life. Finally, you will be able to take your power back from the trauma experience.