I am a counselor licensed in the state of Missouri. I became a counselor because I hate seeing people in pain and feeling helpless to change things. I have thirteen years of combined experience in individual counseling and social work. My treatment approach is warm and non-judgmental.
I have found that therapy helps us change and heal when we have someone to listen without judgment to our stories and to validate our feelings. I am experienced in cognitive behavioral therapy because we need someone to help us find out what our core beliefs about ourselves and the world are and to make our core beliefs healthy. Then we need to find ways to let those core beliefs guide our thoughts, feelings and actions.
I have significant experience in helping people learn the value of setting healthy relational boundaries. I also have extensive experience in working with individuals who have experienced trauma and/or abuse in their lives and am passionate about seeing people begin to heal. I take the dignity and beauty of each person very seriously and I applaud the courageous step you are about to take in seeking a happier life. I look forward to chatting with you.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder