My approach in practicing clinical social work reflects my values as an individual. Coming from a diverse background myself, it made me reflect about differences since a very young age. In 2000 I moved to N.C. where I lived 14 wonderful years (foothills and coastal areas). This has led me to believe there is always factors that connect us as part of the human experience. Thus, my stance is inclusive and accepting. This is why I believe clients quickly become comfortable in working with me, feeling non-judged, which allows us to focus our energies in achieving your goals.
I honor the “experts†we all have within. In my eight years in the field I have been given the opportunity of working with adults in an array of settings. These have included working with severe and persistent mentally ill (SPMI) to higher functioning clients. I have worked with clients at a methadone clinic to providing aftercare group and individual therapy. I have provided services in state funded agencies, non-profit and for profit agencies. And throughout all this years and various settings, I have always learned, as my clients grow and achieve their own therapeutic goals.
I believe in the potential for change if one desires it. Where events are seen as opportunities for choices that we make “today†and are not determined by the past. In doing so I use CBT, Motivational Interviewing and Solution-focused strength based approaches. This approaches have been successful in addressing depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorders and working with borderline personality disorders. As well, I have considerable experience working with substance use disorders. I have also work with older adults and have been certified by San Diego County (where I currently live) in geriatric mental health.
I hope all the above information is helpful and I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem