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I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Upstate NY and work with clients statewide through telehealth. I enjoy working with both individuals and couples.
My approach
My approach varies on the specific needs of each client but I feel that I am a guide who is learning alongside you. I will always be coming from a systems perspective meaning I am thinking about outside influences (family, romantic partners, friends, job, etc.) and how they interplay/impact you. I am trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy, an evidenced-based therapy for trauma, that has been shown to help clients recover from post traumatic stress with certified training in grief-informed care.
My focus
I've worked in many settings including an inpatient psychiatric hospital, couple and family therapy center, and a community mental health clinic. I enjoy working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and I believe the diversity of individuals I've encountered helps me relate well to new clients.
My communication style
I enjoy bringing humor into my work and encourage all my clients to be their authentic selves. My style is open and honest giving space for clients to share things that they have never shared with anyone. This often leads to unexpected moments of vulnerability including shed tears.
My journey to mental healthcare
I became a therapist because I enjoy working with people and helping them get to a better place. I was always someone that others could lean on and I think that I bring a unique perspective into the room.
My goals for you
My approach to goal setting is to figure out what changes you would like to make and to think about what would be different if you had a magic wand.
My first session with you
Our first session together is a chance for us to get to know each other. It's a back and forth between listening and asking clarifying questions. That will give us an opportunity to build a connection and help me to understand why you made a therapy appointment in the first place.
