I have five years of experience working in the mental health field. I received my Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Georgia. I completed independent licensure in the social work after working in direct supervision in the areas of severe and persistent mental illness and chronic homelessness. I utilize a person-centered approach as a foundation for my practice with a focus on fostering a trusting empathetic relationship with those in my care.
I am available evening and weekends via telehealth to provide individual therapy and support to those in need.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Communication problems, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders , Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality Disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Self-Harm, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
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