Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug counselor. I am located in New Jersey. I have been in practice for 12+ years as a therapist and have another 10+ years as a case worker and administrator.
Outside of my practice, I am married and have two children. I enjoy travel and running and often try to weave an overall concept of fitness=wellness into my work.
My approach is a solution-centered session with an emphasis on using Rational Emotive Behavioral Training.
In our first session we will spend some time discussing anything you find important about yourself. I try to get to know "you", not just the identified problem. I think discussing things like family, hobbies, pets, faith and even what you like to eat helps tailor a plan that is personalized. After you think we have hit the important things about "you" we will outline and define the issue that brought you to therapy and craft a strategy that feels right for you!
I focus on finding solutions that are useful for my clients, not just a one size fits all session. I am open to supporting clients in this process in a patient and empathetic way. I have found that when individuals come to therapy and are willing to focus on the change and work between session, not just the sessions, have the best results! I'll work with you to make that effort worth the work.
