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I am a licensed mental health professional with over 14 years of experience within the field. I am passionate about what I do, and I enjoy assisting others in being their best self.
My approach
I would describe my therapeutic approach as "flexible." I like to meet clients where they are. I adjust my approach based on what you need. Some of my common modalities are CBT, DBT, REBT, Existential, and Reality testing. Talk therapy is a very simple approach to building rapport and developing a therapeutic relationship.
My focus
An ideal client is one who is willing to do the work to be their best self even when it feels challenging. Sometimes coming to therapy is the hardest part, just doing that shows a willingness to move toward positive mental health.
My communication style
I am very assertive, direct, and real. I provide therapeutic confrontation when necessary, but I also believe in just building rapport. Trust is very important in any relationship, especially in therapy. I want to think that my tone, demeanor, and listening style are that of someone who is compassionate about what I am doing and the therapy that I provide.
My journey to mental healthcare
As a child, I had challenges within my own family dynamics, and I realized how important it was for people to be heard and to feel seen. I do believe that this is a gift that God has given me, and I desire to be a good steward of the gift. I have received training in anxiety, depression, trauma, mood, and personality disorders. I specialize in adolescents, individuals, and family therapy.
My goals for you
Successful care and progress for my clients look like any type of progress that they have made. Clients' success is measured by what they consider a success. I like to think of myself as simply an assistant to help guide others to the level of success or accomplishments that they would like to achieve.
My first session with you
The first session is pretty standard, with the initial assessment questions that are routine. Following that, I always say, "where would you like to start, the floor is yours." I'm always there to be guided and to help guide clients get to where they want to go.
