Services
- Individual
- Couples
- Adolescent/Teen
About My Clients
I enjoy working with a mix of mental health and substance use clients that range from adolescents to older adults, couples, and families. I am a body positive ally and also a part of the LGBTQ+ community. I am experienced in helping individuals work through life challenges related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, major life transitions, grief, self-esteem, self-worth, relationship issues, generational trends/patterns, trauma, substance use/harm reduction, and stress.
My Background and Approach
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor of Mental Health and a Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor. I earned my Undergraduate Degree in Human Services with a Minor in Business from Elon University and earned my Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from North Carolina A&T State University. I am passionate about connecting, motivating, and helping individuals from all walks of life. I have worked in the mental health field for 15 years. During this time, I have gained valuable academic training and visceral experiences that help me meet individuals where they are and empower them to heal, grow, and meet their therapeutic goals. I utilize a variety of approaches, such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Stages of Change, Motivational Interviewing, Reality Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
My goals as a therapist are to help individuals heal, increase their self-awareness, improve their ability to cope with the ups and downs of life, identify and change unhealthy patterns, and reach their goals. To be a positive influence in the lives of others, is very important to me…along with humor, because laughter is good for the soul! I believe the first step to helping individuals is creating an environment that is non-judgmental, safe, and compassionate which allows them to be their true selves. When we feel connected, supported, and validated our ability to grow is unstoppable and endless.