My passion for helping others has been the driving force behind my career, leading me to spend the past decade and a half closely working with individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds. Throughout my journey as a counselor, I've had the privilege of serving in various settings, including schools, universities, hospitals, and even within the military. These experiences have not only allowed me to hone my skills but have also provided me with invaluable insights into human behavior and resilience.
Over the years, I've come to firmly believe that change is always within reach, regardless of where one finds themselves in life. With this unwavering belief, I approach each client, tailoring my therapeutic interventions to align with their unique strengths, needs, and aspirations, while ensuring a stance free of judgment or bias.
Embracing an integrative approach to psychotherapy, I draw upon a rich tapestry of therapeutic modalities from across history. Seamlessly weaving together elements from various schools of thought, I craft personalized treatment plans tailored to each individual's specific circumstances. Recognizing that talk therapy alone may not always suffice, I readily incorporate psychoeducation and experiential techniques into my sessions, understanding their potential to significantly enhance a client's journey towards self-discovery and growth.
My skill set extends beyond the realm of counseling. As a certified school teacher and fluent French speaker, I bring a unique perspective to my practice, enriching interactions with clients and effectively bridging language and cultural barriers. With graduate degrees in clinical mental health counseling and philosophy, my academic background provides a solid foundation for my work, offering me a nuanced understanding of the human psyche and the complexities of human existence.
Specialties, Therapy Approach, and Client Focus
Finding the right therapist is about both expertise and fit. Below are the concerns this therapist commonly supports, the therapy approaches they may use, and the client communities and life stages they have experience working with.
Therapy Approaches
Therapy is tailored to your goals, needs, and pace. Depending on what you are working through, this therapist may draw from approaches such as:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
- Compassion-Focused Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Interpersonal Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Trauma Informed
Client Focus
This therapist welcomes clients from a range of backgrounds, identities, and life stages, including:
- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
- Couples
- Family
- Adolescents/Teens
- Children/Kids
- General Life Issues
- Adults
- All ages