So nice to meet you! As a licensed professional counselor specializing in anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and interpersonal relationships, I take a person-centered approach to each and every session. You are the best authority on you, and I look forward to helping you identify your treatment needs and goals so you can discover your best self and live life to your fullest potential.
The first step in the therapeutic process is building rapport and trust. I purpose to provide a safe space for you to feel seen and heard and discover your strengths to achieve your goals and desired outcomes. Utilizing techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), I frequently assist clients in better understanding negative core beliefs and thought patterns, building emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills, and practicing mindful awareness of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
I know first sessions can feel overwhelming. Please know I find it most beneficial to go at your pace. Feel free to share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with. I do my best to explore and understand your reasons for seeking counseling, help identify and prioritize your goals, and develop a treatment plan you will feel comfortable pursuing. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.
