Hi, I’m Brian If you feel stuck, and unable to change things, I can help you to start moving again. We can join together and create a strategy for working through the event or dilemma that is stressing you out. Together we can restore or surpass your previous level of productivity and satisfaction. I want to hear your story. I will listen. I will not judge. For the last 18 years, I have helped individuals, families and couples resolve problematic situations. Their experiences often instilled insight, confidence, serenity and hope. My holistic mission is to: • listen empathetically, without judgement • Ease suffering and improve functionality • Teach you to persist when fear and doubt are present • Be equal partners working together to create and implement strategies to resolve, accept and overcome the obstacles that impede your progress I want to • Help you find insight, meaning and purpose • Provide support as you proceed in the direction of your choosing • Teach you how to live more effectively • Create the opportunity for you to smile when it is most needed and least expected I take the time to educate you about the conditions that you experience and the treatment you receive. I believe that self-empowerment begins with self-understanding. I will help you understand why you do what you do and feel what you feel. I have extensive experience treating addicted people in residential in patient treatment, outpatient and aftercare facilities. I advise and treat families struggling to with parents, children and siblings that are addicted
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
I will use my training and experience to guide you through the current difficulty and encourage you to grow from it. I may ask questions that are difficult to answer. I may suggest that try things that initially appear to be uncomfortable. The process may be challenging. I will never push you farther than you want to go. I will acknowledge your efforts toward self- development and to encourage you to continue on the quest to improve. I use a variety of different approaches and we will determine what works best for your situation. One of my goals is to help you to develop your sense of self-empowerment.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
Evidence based therapeutic methods and techniques that have proven to be effective with The clients I have served. This holistic approach includes, but is not limited to Client centered empathetic listening combined with the following: cognitive/behavioral, Positive psychology, Gestalt, Adlerian communication and respect, Finding meaning and purpose and education. I avoid using technical terms. I may use humor, sarcasm and hyperbole to emphasize ideas and break up tension. I use the mind/body connection with mindfulness and meditation to reduce emotional volatility and increase rationality. Spirituality can also be a part of the healing process and personal growth for clients that are interested.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I am able to find common ground with my clients despite their diverse backgrounds and experiences. I specialize in helping people gain the knowledge, strength and confidence necessary to resolve current issue. Additionally, we work together to build the mental infrastructure for creating a fulfilling life. I am aware of the apprehension my clients may experience before attending their first counseling session. I am grateful to have benefitted from the counseling that I have received. I am also thankful for the opportunity to support my clients while they struggle to overcome the emotional challenges that they face.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
ages 18 – 90 any Race, color, ethnicity, LGTBQ, English speaking