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My Approach to Helping

My overarching approach is to help my clients reach their 'happy life goals' as determined by them. I see myself as a trained coach who can assist you with defining your strengths and problems. I work with clients to develop a step by step plan to reduce/eliminate pain involved with problems and focus on their strengths. I treat patients who have addiction problems, mood problems, anxiety problems, self-esteem problems, relationship problems, and problems related to stress. I am trained in a variety of treatment approaches and tailor the approach to match the individual client. The treatment approaches I use most commonly are solution-focused, Cognitive behavioral therapy, humanistic, and existential. I believe the way you think affects how you feel. I believe your 'inner beliefs/inner truth' affects how you feel. I believe everyone has unique gifts and talents and can find a sense of purpose and belonging in this world.

 

More Info About My Practice

I accept several insurance panels (Anthem/Blue Cross, Aetna, Healthlink, Cigna, Out-of-Network, Molenia, MHNet/GHP/Essence, CompCare, American Behavioral, BHS, etc.)

 

Specific Issue(s) I'm Skilled at Helping With

Addiction, mood & anxiety problems, family of origion concerns. I have a certification in treating clients who have co-occurring concerns (example: depression and substance abuse)

 

My View on the Purpose of Psychotherapy

The purpose is to help people "feel comfortable in their own skin" and to feel confident in their abilities to address the problems in their life and resolve those problems.

 

What I Love about Being a Psychotherapist

I enjoy helping people move past their problems and realize the natural gifts and talents they have that can be used to feel a sense of purpose and belonging in this world.

 

My Role as a Therapist

My role is teacher, healer, helper and coach.

Services I Provide

• Individual Therapy & Counseling
• Marriage, Couples, or Relationship Counseling
• Coaching

Ages I Work With

• Teens
• Adults
• Elders

Languages I Speak

• English

Groups I Work With

Clients managing addictions/substance abuse. LGBT. Issues surrounding family of origin, mood & anxiety problems

Therapy Approaches I Use

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy /REBT
• Existential Psychotherapy
• Humanistic Psychology
• Person Centered / Rogerian
• Positive Psychotherapy
• Solution Focused Therapy

Concerns & Issues I Help With

• Identity Issues
• Attachment
• Trauma
• Abuse: Emotional, Physical, or Sexual
• Occupational & Academic Issues
• Addictions & Compulsions
• Life Changes
• Anxiety, Fear, & Stress
• Social Skills & Problems
• Emotion Management
• Depression & Mood
• Family Problems
• Health & Body
• Relationships & Marriage
• Self-Esteem & Confidence
• Sexuality
• Self-Harm & Suicide