What's My Approach to Therapy?
Everyone needs someone they can talk to about their worries, struggles, goals, and what they want out of life. With the extra challenges of busy schedules, work stress, health issues, and family dynamics, it's hard to find that calm, safe space to be yourself. Friends and family are great, but they don't always understand, and they have their own opinions about everything. Feeling seen, heard, and understood can be especially frustrating for people with medical issues, disabilities, or who are neurodivergent. I get it, because I've dealt with this myself for years.
After growing up in a family greatly affected by chronic illness and disability, and then struggling with my own mental and other health issues, I earned an MS in rehabilitation counseling so I can give specialized support to people who need it. I have 15 years of experience helping people with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities (including substance abuse).
Please get in touch if you'd like to talk about what you're going through. We can meet weekly, biweekly, monthly, or whatever works for you. Weekend appointments may be available upon request, on a case-by-case basis.
My Practice & Services
I'm excited to be part of Love & Therapy's GLOW Team! We are a brand new group practice in the Dallas area with passionate therapists from a variety of backgrounds. All sessions are virtual until we secure an office.
I am currently accepting self-pay clients and working on getting credentialed to accept insurance. Superbills are available upon request so you can submit for out-of-network reimbursement from your insurance company.
Evening and weekend appointments are available upon request on a case-by-case basis.
Important Factors for Choosing a Therapist
1. A therapist should not just listen but really HEAR you.
Many people can sit and look at you while you talk. Some may even nod, smile, or laugh at what you say. But are they REALLY listening? Can they summarize what they just heard in a way that means what you said? Do they check with you to make sure they accurately understood you? Things that are discussed in therapy can be complicated and finding a therapist who takes the extra effort to really understand what you're going through is important for building a trusting therapeutic relationship.
2. A therapist should ACCEPT you as a person.
We all fall short of what we SHOULD do and who we think we SHOULD be. I'm not here to tell you what to do, tell you you're right or wrong, or "fix' you. YOU are the expert on your life, your goals, and your experiences. I am here to give you unbiased support, discover and use your strengths, learn from your experiences, and help you navigate life while staying true to yourself. I believe all people are beautiful and valuable, regardless of their race, culture, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, occupation, medical issues, socioeconomic status, political affiliation, marital status, or musical taste.
3. A therapist should CHALLENGE you.
Going to therapy is sometimes warm and fuzzy. But sometimes it's sad or frustrating or brings up anger, which can all lead to great healing and strength. Being vulnerable with someone can be extremely rewarding, but does require getting out of your comfort zone. A therapist should encourage you to leave your comfort zone, but should never ask you to do something that violates your ethics and values. Find a therapist you feel safe with but who will help you grow as a person
