I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida with a doctorate in education, and a master's degree in counseling psychology. I specialize in working with trauma, issues impacting the LGBTQ+ community, anxiety, and gender affirming counseling. As a Certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapist with over two decades of experience, I provide therapy focused on helping individuals move past their trauma to live more fulfilling lives.
I believe that change occurs through developing a trusting therapeutic relationship, building insight, self-acceptance and facilitating growth congruent with personal values. My approach to therapy is integrative and trauma-informed with primary emphasis in humanistic, interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), EMDR, biofeedback, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
I strive to create a safe environment where individuals can process their current concerns and address painful issues from the near or distant past that may be impeding growth such as trauma experiences. Clients that work with me learn new skills and are able to feel more empowered and in control of their lives.
