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About My Clients
An ideal client? People are people. At the end of the day, we all have the same desires...to be loved/wanted/respected, to be safe and have our basic needs met. There is not a population I haven't served in the past 20 years and little that I've not seen or dealt with in the world of mental health. All that I expect from clients is to come as you are and I will meet you where you are at. While my specialty is trauma, there is little you will bring that we can't tackle together.
My Background and Approach
I am a licensed professional counselor. I have worked in the Mental Health field since the age of 19 and have been a therapist for 19 years. I am wholistic in my approach and believe that in order for clients to be healthy, their physical, spiritual, and mental health must be in alignment. I am EMDR trained and also specialize in trauma. However, I have the clinical experience to provide for any mental illness that you are struggling with. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. 16 The first 16 years of my career have been spent working in full psychiatric/inpatient settings, so there is very little that I've not encountered or been exposed to in this field.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I believe that all people deserve respect and kindness...and such will be delivered to you if you engage in a therapeutic relationship with me. As for interests, I love to cook and create things...whether it is a really yummy meal, or making something old, look new again. I love animals and have 8 rescues at my house...one includes a turtle. I am passionate about helping others heal and increase their quality of life. I've worked in Mental health over 20 years, and I absolutely LOVE what I do.