I have over 10 years of experience in the co-occurring field of addiction and mental health. Throughout that time, created more of desire to learn more about underlying trauma. I received my Bachelors and Masters degree from Lipscomb University. I have completed trainings in Brain-spotting Level 1 & 2 and EMDR.
My ideal client would have a healthy dose of honestness, openness, and willingness. I don't expect for my clients to have specific goals or outcomes in the beginning, but an awareness that they want something to be different. Some of the issues I've worked with extensively over the years have been related to recovery from addiction, helping loved one's of an addict, co-dependency, trauma, and navigating an individual's emotions and how to understand and express them in a healthier way. It's about breaking away from insanity and moving toward serenity.
A lot of clients have shared with me that they feel safe with me and have the ability to be more vulnerable than with previous counseling experiences. Unconditional positive regard for my clients and offering a place to feel seen and heard. I like to utilize brainspotting when clients feel stuck around certain events, traumas, or feelings.
With my clients I have continuously shared my motto of "closed mouths don't get fed." Disclaimer: I am not a mind-reader and have no desire to be. In order for me to help, guide, and assist then you have to be willing to share what some of your struggles might be. We can learn and grow together, but you don't have to go it alone.
