Specialties: ADHD, Academic Underachievement, Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Anger Management, Antisocial Personality, Anxiety, Asperger's Syndrome, Behavioral Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality, Career Counseling, Child or Adolescent, Chronic Impulsivity, Chronic Pain, Chronic Relapse, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Developmental Disorders, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence, Drug Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Gambling, Grief, Infertility, Infidelity, Intellectual Disability, Internet Addiction, Learning Disabilities, Life Coaching, Narcissistic Personality, Obesity, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Peer Relationships, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Self-Harming, Sexual Abuse, Sexual Addiction, Sleep or Insomnia, Spirituality, Substance Abuse, Suicidal Ideation, Teen Violence, Testing and Evaluation, Transgender, Trauma and PTSD, Video Game Addiction, Women's Issues
Dissociative Disorders, Elderly Persons Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Psychosis, Thinking Disorders
Populations: children ages 8 and up, teens, adults, and seniors
Over the past 8 years, I’ve gained experience in the mental health field by working in a residential treatment setting as well as outpatient mental health clinics. I’ve always been interested in the field of psychology and advocating for mental health. I earned my master’s degree from Walden University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Specialization in Trauma and Crisis.
When treating clients, I utilize multiple forms of therapy including person-centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness. Each client is unique and each approach should be tailored to what the client needs and where they are in their therapeutic journey. I understand that seeking therapy can be a scary and uncomfortable process so, I believe that creating a safe environment and forming a solid and strong rapport is essential. Once rapport is established, the client can begin to explore different issues and challenges at their own pace.
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my friends, family, and my dog, Cole. I also enjoy art and like to paint and create glass mosaics. I love animals, music, movies, and finding humor in all of life’s ups and downs. |