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About My Clients
I am currently seeing preteens, adolescents, young adults, and adults. Through mutually formed goals and dialogue, I will work with clients on a variety of issues including but not limited to anxiety and depression, ADHD, life transitions, difficulties with relationships and communication, disordered eating and body image issues, and LGBTQ+ issues.
My Background and Approach
I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, groups, and families in various practice settings. My background includes non-profit programs and group work, hospital social work, providing supportive counseling services, and in-home caregiving. I believe that mental health is a balance of the psychological, social, spiritual, and physical aspects of our lives. Having one or more of these areas out of sync can affect us on all levels. I will work with clients to identify these aspects, process emotions and experiences, and find a positive way forward to help achieve their optimal life circumstances. I pull from a variety of treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), person-centered approaches, and arts- and mindfulness-based practices. I strive to understand the unique needs of each client to help them find balance, joy, and satisfaction in their lives.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I believe the client is the expert of their own experience and that a collaborative relationship where we can build mutually-determined goals and treatment plans together is a must. I believe that everyone has strengths that they can build on, and uncover strategies to support their wellbeing. I am allied with LGBTQ+ and body positive movements. I believe in the dignity and worth of all people regardless of race, nationality, sex, age, gender, body size, religion, culture, political affiliation. Everyone has their opinions, and I believe it is my role to listen and provide support and tools toward healing whatever those may be. I believe it can take a lot of courage to seek help, and I look forward to supporting clients on their journey to reaching the life they want to live.