My experience includes; Conducting bio-psychosocial assessments and social histories; Assessing for anxiety, depression, caregiver stress, geriatric concerns, substance use, support systems, physical and emotional functioning, peer issues, suicidal/homicidal ideation, and similar issues; Developing and implementing treatment plans and discharge plans; Providing direct therapeutic services such as individual and family regarding specific issues; Providing crisis management services, including assessing for safety; Advocating for services; Providing case management services including, but not limited to, referrals to community resources and collaboration with other professionals.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy