Life can be complicated, and we all face those moments that feel overwhelming, where we need additional support. My goal is to provide that support in a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your circumstances, emotions, and relationships- free from fear, shame, or guilt.
Together, we'll identify your strengths, clarify your goals, and learn skills to help you move through difficult times.
As a LISCW with almost 20yrs of experience, I have worked with many different specialties. However, my primary area of expertise relates to issues faced during life transitions. Whether you are changing careers, relocating, going through a divorce, struggling with loss, or taking on a new role, there are sure to be unforeseen challenges. These challenges can often lead to or exacerbate anxiety, depression, grief, identity crisis, generational cycles, relationship issues, parenting struggles, and work-life balance.
It is okay to need extra help or support. In fact, its normal and making time to care for your mental health can have a positive impact on every part of your life.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Systemic Therapy
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