LPC, 10 years of experience
I am a licensed professional counselor. I have been practicing for 10 years. I am dedicated to helping individuals overcome challenges related to addiction, anxiety, and depression. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I work alongside my clients to explore the underlying causes of their struggles, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and build lasting resilience. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where healing and person
In our first session, we will work to establish rapport by creating a safe space for exploration. We will complete and intake assessment and discuss goals for therapy. Lastly I'll explain the counseling process to include boundaries and the limits of confidentiality. Clients will leave the first session with a clearer understanding of what therapy involves, feeling heard, and knowing they have support in working through their challenges.
My compassion allows me to offer empathy and genuine care, making clients feel understood and supported. My non-judgmental approach fosters a safe space where clients can openly share without fear of criticism, promoting trust and openness. Additionally, my life experiences give me insight into the challenges my clients face, allowing me to offer guidance that is both relatable and grounded in real-world understanding.
I have experience working with clients dealing with substance abuse and addiction, anxiety, depression, men's issues, veterans' issues, and spiritual concerns. This allows me to address a wide range of emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs, helping clients from diverse backgrounds navigate complex challenges. Being able to work across these areas is an especially valuable resource for individuals seeking holistic care that addresses both mental and spiritual well-being.
Clients use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in sessions to identify and change unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior. Here are key ways clients engage with CBT during sessions: Identify negative thought patterns, challenge and reframe thoughts, learn relaxation and coping skills.
It helps people understand how trauma has affected their thoughts and beliefs—and teaches them how to challenge and change unhelpful patterns so they can feel more in control, safe, and whole again.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is primarily used to help clients process traumatic experiences or distressing memories. In sessions, the therapist guides the client through specific phases of EMDR, which involve recalling traumatic memories while engaging in bilateral stimulation.
a type of therapy that helps you learn skills to better manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and cope with distress without making things worse. The word dialectical means finding a balance between two opposites—like accepting yourself as you are while also working to make positive changes."
a type of therapy that focuses on helping you understand, express, and respond to your emotions in a healthier, more connected way—especially in your relationships.” “It’s based on the idea that deep down, we all want to feel safe, loved, and emotionally connected to others. But when those needs aren’t met, especially in close relationships, we often get stuck in patterns of conflict, distance, or disconnection. EFT helps you recognize those patterns, understand the emotions driving them, and create new ways of relating that feel safer and more secure.”