Hello and welcome! Reaching out for help takes great courage! It is a monumental step that shows you are serious about investing in your future. Whether it is me you ultimately end up working with, or another therapist, I hope you find what you are looking for on Betterhelp. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Oklahoma. I have been practicing counseling for the last five years. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults from various backgrounds to overcome issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and self-esteem issues. I also have experience working with individuals who have faced significant traumas in their lives, those recovering from PTSD, and those who experience suicidal thoughts.
I take a person centered approach to therapy and believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of the work we do together. I strive to provide an environment that is safe, non-judgmental, and laid-back. Utilizing evidence-based practices, I am here to support, encourage, educate, and empower my clients through whatever life brings. I may be the licensed counselor, but you are ultimately the expert on your life! Together, we'll work side by side to help define your goals, strengthen awareness, communication, increase personal growth and facilitate healing—within your relationship with yourself and others. We will work together to identify your strengths as well as any patterns that may be holding you back. I utilize multiple therapeutic modalities while emphasizing self care as well as the learning and implementation of coping skills and mindfulness practices.
I earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (area of concentration: International Business, minors: Economics and Management) from Oklahoma State University in 2009 and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southeastern Oklahoma State University in 2015. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends and family and getting outdoors for hiking and landscape photography. I have lived in Oklahoma for the last 25 years and am proud to call it home. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD