In my experience with working with individuals from all walks of life, a nearly universal thread that I see underlying most mental health and substance abuse struggles are histories of trauma. This life is hard and this world is cruel. Therefore, most of my practice comes from an understanding of the intergenerational effects and ongoing disruption that a single traumatic event can pose on an individual’s wellbeing. Utilizing CBT, DBT, and ACT, my goal is to help clients heal in a holistic manner. The focus is to help people experience healing in their thoughts, emotions, spirit, and body so that they can find peace within their identity, autonomy, and relationships.
Spending an hour with a new counselor can be a scary thought and make someone shun away from counseling. In my sessions, I strive to be both accommodating and authentic- even if that means I am my own awkward self. Do you cuss at home? Cuss up a storm in my office! We are real people. I don’t want 2 anyone to feel as though they have to put on a mask to feel valued or heard. I am here to listen, not to give one-size fits all suggestions. I would describe myself as patient, quiet, and most importantly, kind. I craft my sessions to match the pace of my clients. There will be days where you are exhausted and need to take a break from certain topics, and I will not push or pry to “get back on track.” I am flexible and am willing to meet you wherever you are mentally.
In receiving feedback from clients, most folks appreciate that I am consistently reliable, am easy to talk to, and that I create a safe atmosphere for talking through difficult topics. It is my philosophy that the counseling session is the client’s time. I promote open communication to structure and change interventions so that the session best suits you. If there is something that you don’t like or is not working, let me know because I do not want to waste your time. Also, I work with real people in the real world and am flexible to meet my client’s needs. We can always do a mix of in-office visits and telehealth sessions.
