I am a licensed clinical social worker, living in Alaska with over two decades of experience. Please understand that my schedule is set to Alaska Standard Time when scheduling with me. When telling me about yourself, please let me know what time zone you live in.
I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My practice focuses on helping clients navigate trauma, addiction, stress, anxiety and personal growth. I offer a compassionate, affirming approach that honors each person's unique journey and identity.
My therapeutic work centers on addressing a wide range of concerns, including social anxiety, communication difficulties, self-love, workplace challenges, and personal transformation. I have extensive experience supporting individuals dealing with addictions of most types, mood disorders, attachment issues, sexual health, and recovery from traumatic experiences.
I am committed to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their deepest challenges and develop meaningful strategies for healing and personal empowerment. My approach is collaborative, drawing from evidence-based practices to help individuals build resilience, self-understanding, and authentic connection.
Additional areas of focus: Co-morbidity, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, First responder issues, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Sex addiction, Smoking / vaping cessation
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
AK LCSW 246208
KY LCSW 3374