My Approach to Helping

Utilizing a cognitive-behavioral treatment approach called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I attempt to increase psychological flexibility through the practice of mindfulness, acceptance, values clarification/construction, and committed action. This approach is often effective in changing one's relationship with unpleasant internal experiences (thoughts, feelings, memories, etc.) and promoting action in the service of one's chosen life directions. My interests include working with adolescent and adult individuals struggling with depression,anxiety,substance misuse and other obstacles to living a meaningful, purposeful and engaged life.

More Info About My Practice

I accept most insurance/ EAP plans including Aetna, Aetna-EAP, American Behavioral, Blue Cross/ Blue Shield, Cigna, Deer Oaks-EAP, Great West HMS, Humana, Magellan, Magellan-EAP, Medicare, Military One Source, MultiPlan,Prime Health Services, Private Healthcare Systems, Tricare, and Value Options Network.

E-mail inquiries cannot be answered via return e-mail. Please contact my office at 865-588-3173 with any inquires and/ or appointment requests.

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

Depression, anxiety, and substance misuse.