“I use an integrative approach that is centered around my client's needs; I am there for my clients and provide them with a space to feel complete acceptance and gentle confrontation.”
What was your path to becoming a therapist?
I started out in medical social work and realized after two years that I wanted to spend more time with my clients, so I made the switch to clinical social work. I knew I found my calling after I met with my first client. Since then, I have taken it upon myself to learn as much as possible. Over time, I honed my specialization and sought further specialized training in EMDR and the Gottman Method.
What should someone know about working with you?
I use an integrative approach that is centered around my client's needs; I am there for my clients and provide them with a space to feel complete acceptance and gentle confrontation. The first session is more structured where we discuss what is going on with you and establish your goals for therapy. From there, we begin to work together toward those goals.
What do you do to continue learning and building competencies as a provider?
I read a lot about a variety of modalities and client issues. I seek specialized training to hone and gain more skills to help my clients. I am especially interested in learning about attachment theory, the effects of childhood trauma in adulthood, and mindfulness.
What are you most excited about within the evolving mental health landscape?
I am excited to see how awareness about mental health is growing and that it is becoming more acceptable to seek help.
“I am especially interested in learning about attachment theory, the effects of childhood trauma in adulthood, and mindfulness.”