I’m a licensed clinical social worker based in Knoxville, TN, providing virtual therapy for adults and adolescents. With over 20 years of experience as a professional social worker in various settings, I excel at assessing people’s needs and guiding them toward the best course of treatment. My goal is to create a comfortable and accepting environment where individuals feel supported as they navigate the self-examination essential to their healing journey.
I take a client-centered approach, letting the area of need (presenting problem) guide the treatment method. It's a partnership between the client and me, where they are the essential expert on themselves, and I bring clinical expertise and an objective perspective. My training has focused heavily on evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Enhancement Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Mindfulness-Based Therapies, and Exposure and Response Prevention. Recently, I've developed interests in Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Training, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
I aim to enhance your capabilities in each session by providing insight, understanding, skill development, and practical coaching. For me, thorough and continuous assessment is essential, along with regularly evaluating progress toward your goals.
