I began my career working with children and quickly expanded my expertise to include adults and couples. Throughout my 26 years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have seen the incredible power of the human spirit to overcome trauma and unexpected life struggles. Watching my clients transition from "surviving" to "thriving" remains the most inspiring part of my work.
My work is grounded in my dual background as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist. By combining evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with clinical hypnosis , we can address your challenges on multiple levels. While we use CBT to manage conscious thoughts and behaviors, hypnosis allows us to gently access the subconscious mind to resolve the deep-seated "programs" that drive anxiety and trauma responses. This "curious" and investigative approach is entirely judgment-free. I believe you already possess the capacity to solve your problems (I simply provide the clinical tools and the roadmap to get you there).
The first step is often the most intimidating, so our first session is focused entirely on your comfort. We will get to know each other and discuss your immediate needs. We start by "painting a picture" of your life to identify the specific patterns and beliefs holding you back. rom there, we set tangible goals based on your most pressing needs, whether that is finding focus despite ADHD, managing panic, or healing from a traumatic past. I serve as your expert guide, providing the structure and experience you need to reach the version of yourself you know is possible.
I prioritize immediate symptom relief; my goal is for you to leave our very first meeting with a sense of hope and at least one practical tool to help you feel better right away.
