My Approach to Helping
Understandably, many of us are scared to try therapy. We experience guilt, shame, have underlying misconceptions, perceived stigma, and at one point may have had a negative counseling experience that stops us from reaching out for help. Revisiting therapy or simply giving it a try is something I find so valuable in all of my clients given it takes so much strength to make that initial step. I aim to make that entrance as smooth as possible during our time together. My role in our therapeutic relationship is to empower, support, and connect you to whatever means necessary as we meet your established goals together. I will go at your personal pace as we address your goals, explore life's difficulties, and identify means in meeting said needs.
I approach patients through a Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, and Person-Centered approach within the counseling relationship. This means we explore typical thoughts, behaviors, and actions while finding healthier solutions to your identified difficulties. The space we share will be safe, affirming, non-judgmental, and equal as we navigate problems together.
The clients I have served that have benefitted from my services include the following conditions: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Stage-of-Life-Changes, Trauma, and ADHD. I have a history of treating Adolescents [Ages 13-18] and Young Adults [18-30]. In addition to serving clients from different backgrounds with varying conditions, I am additionally a Autism Spectrum Disorder Certified Specialist. What this means is that I have experience and training to provide counseling and screening [not to be confused with psychological testing!] services to those who suspect that they may be Autistic or have been previously diagnosed and are dealing with comorbid conditions.
