Services
- Individual
About My Clients
Do you feel like something is missing? Have you been “pulling it all together” or trying to “keep it together”, but you feel like “you’re going crazy”? You have a mixture of feelings like shock, confusion, anxiety, anger, regret, and sadness that change from moment to moment or from day to day. You may have depression, anxiety or trauma, but no one told you it could all actually be grief. Whether you are aware you are grieving or not, it’s ok to reach out and get help from a professional.
My Background and Approach
I have a signature process that I have created: The NEEDS framework. This is how we will work together to get you moving from point A to point B. I take a collaborative approach that is tailored to each individual’s unique experience with grief and loss in order to transform their painful experience into a new dimension of hope. I utilize a person-centered approach that is supportive, non-judgmental, and empathetic. I use an eclectic approach that is comprised of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma- informed care, Empowerment theory, Social Learning theory, and Person in Environment. Plus, I now offer specialized techniques such as Brainspotting as well as Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy. Additionally, I am a Pet Loss Grief Counseling Trained Professional.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
Originally, I was going to work in the medical field for the money and survival, but I knew deep down that was not being authentic to the desires of my heart. So, I followed my heart! I love the arts! I’m all about expression! I have a background in theatre, journalism, communication, and social work. I was inspired to make the shift from journalism to social work under the leadership of my first supervisor while working in children and family services. Ultimately, I was drawn to mental health to serve as a therapist because it is my belief that it doesn’t matter what one’s societal status or background is; everyone is susceptible to loss and mental illness, which is one more thing that makes us more alike than different.