I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker who is licensed in Massachusetts. i have been a therapist for over 15 years and have worked with clients of diverse backgrounds, races and ethnicities. I am sensitive to different cultural and religious beliefs and sexual orientations. Prior to becoming a therapist I worked in various settings, including: a psychiatric hospital, therapeutic school and public high school. Since obtaining my masters degree I have worked as a therapist and clinical director with clients who present with a range of emotional and behavioral challenges and diagnoses including: depression, anxiety, trauma reactivity (sexual abuse, physical abuse, witnessing domestic violence, emotional abuse and neglect), loss, AD/HD, substance use, limited use of effective coping skills, impaired decision making, relationship issues, impulsivity and engagement in acting out and/or unsafe behaviors.
I use a collaborative and strength based approach to assist clients in recognizing and building upon their strengths and overcoming their challenges and have helped many clients in my work. I have used several different approaches including: cognitive-behavioral, motivational, trauma focused, relational, and solution focused depending upon client presentation, client goals and client feedback. I treat others with respect and am empathetic, relatable, dependable and have a sense of humor.
I realize that the decision to start therapy can be difficult and am confident that I can assist and empower you to better your life. I am looking forward to the opportunity to work together.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Antisocial Personality, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Co-morbidity, Communication problems, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Family of Origin Issues, Forgiveness, Gender Dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Intellectual Disability, Life purpose, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexuality, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MA LICSW 121078