Experiences:

I have a wide range of experience as a Social Worker for over twenty years, from inpatient setting to Non-Profit mental health and substance abuse settings, primarily working with adults. My working style is affirming, empathetic and direct. There will be times of shared humor as we face the muck of being human. My passion is to guide others on the journey down the path to healing by providing a non-judgemental and caring presence. I bring experience into the work I do with clients that provides a safe space for you to dig deeper, identify the root cause and work through the trauma.

Desired populations:

I prefer working with Adolescents (16+), Individuals, Couples, Veterans and First Responders.

Treatment modalities:

Cognitive Behavioral therapy- Goal Oriented Therapy in which we will break down the thought patterns into smaller parts to get a clearer image of how to navigate your challenges going forward.

Emotionally focused therapy:

Approaches healing from the belief that emotions are strongly linked to identity and learning the skills to become more self aware and regulated.

Dialectical behavioral therapy:

DBT teaches people how to accept their thoughts, feelings and behaviors along with the techniques to self regulate and tolerate distress. Emotionally focused couples therapy, attachment based therapy.

Specialties/Issues treated:

I have a variety of experience including but not limited to Couples counseling, PTSD, Veterans issues, Depression, Anxiety, Infidelity, Sex Addiction, Sexual Health/Dysfunction and LGBTQIA gender/sexuality and general trauma.

Personal interests/Passions and Hobbies:

Passions and hobbies – I deeply associate with water, the ocean is my favorite place to be. I identify with the tides of the ocean and the balance of the highs and lows. I love to swim, go on long walks, read and find new quotes. I enjoy comedy and a good laugh with friends and family.

States

VA, DC, KY, RI