I am a Mental Health Counselor licensed in New York State. Through my experiences during my master's degree program, 1,200 hrs of internship, over 3,000 hrs of supervised counseling for licensure, I have dealt with many issues in a wide variety of clients. Anxiety, depression, relationship and sexual issues, anger management, motivational issues, etc. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families of all ages and backgrounds.
As a counselor I always give the benefit of the doubt. I assume that making the choice to engage with a counselor means that clients are ready to do the work. This means that they will do the homework that is assigned and make a concerted effort to help themselves. My approach is varied because I believe that it is the counselor's responsibility to find a therapy that best fits the client rather than try and fit a client to a specific therapy. I most often use cognitive behavioral techniques, rational-emotive behavioral techniques, client-centered (Rogerian), dialectical behavior therapy, and Gestalt techniques in my counseling.
I believe that we are in this together, working to empower you to make the desired changes. This process is not always easy, but discomfort equals growth. I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder
NY LMHC 006134