My Approach to Helping
Successful life management requires self-awareness, self-acceptance and balance. Knowing one's strengths and weaknesses is also important. My purpose as a Therapist is to help clients identify problematic thoughts and behaviors that interfere with living their best life. My approach to counseling includes: Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to build an alliance with my clients and help them create a realistic growth and development plan to improve their quality of life.
More Info About My Practice
I received my Masters in Community Counseling from Argosy University Chicago, and have a special interest in gerontology and counseling military service men and women and their families. I am well rounded in my experience, as I have worked with clients from various ages and cultural backgrounds. I have also worked in various settings, including a specialty behavioral health and substance abuse managed care organization, a substance abuse treatment center, and a behavioral health and wellness private practice.
Specific Issue(s) I'm Skilled at Helping With
I have expertise in treating a wide range of issues, including addiction, anxiety, academic underachievement, borderline personality, depression, low self-esteem, adolescent issues, emotional issues, grief, stress, posttraumatic stress, workplace issues, alcohol abuse, drug abuse, and relationship challenges.
