Hello! I am a graduate of Michigan State University and have been working in the field of Social Work for over 15+ years. I work with age groups ranging from adolescents to older adults. I am especially passionate about helping adults of any age dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, or difficulty adjusting to change.
I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Motivational Interviewing in my work with clients. I also incorporate a systematic approach to therapy that provides a way for clients to numerically rate their current functional status in a particular area that connects with their treatment (Tx) goal(s) and where they hope to be at the end of Tx. This provides a clear system to track progress, address barriers and provide the support needed to move forward toward the desire goal(s).
My down to earth and personable demeanor helps to create a safe environment where clients feel comfortable opening up to share their challenges. Typical client outcomes include: developing better coping skills, decrease in symptom severity, better understand of what is important to them, and the barriers to their progress.
