Services
About My Clients
All of us face personal and relationship challenges at times. I appreciate opportunities to assist clients toward gradually shifting toward feeling empowered by becoming more mindful of habitual, emotional thought and behavior patterns, consciously shifting them toward those that are self affirming and support good relationships and overall wellbeing. For some clients, session work focuses on the recovery journey, from substance use and addictive behaviors by employing positive coping skills .
My Background and Approach
As a counselor, I want to help you do more of what is already working in your life. I come to you with long term experience in behavioral health culminating in my current career as Florida Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have had the privilege of supporting clients with challenges related to difficulties with substance use disorders, lifestyle changes, management of mood, thoughts and behaviors. I have recently changed my practice from in person, to online through Headway. I am happy to have the privilege of working with individuals, couples, and families facing personal or relationship challenges. Over time, I have also gained considerable experience helping clients find their own most effective ways to meet the day to day challenges of substance use and recovery from addictive behaviors.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
In the ebb and flow of life, challenges we all encounter can serve as lessons we can apply toward feeling better and supporting personal growth. When we realize that we are triggered by a behavior or uncomfortable circumstance, it is an opportunity for us to ask ourselves, why it is hurtful, and how we can approach the situation in the most mindful way possible. Having a personal meditation practice throughout most of my adult life, I have learned that it is helpful to address these situations in the moment by asking myself "how do I want to handle this" in a way that is self affirming and allows me to feel ok about my response. I would appreciate opportunities to help you be more present as you walk through your life.