I am a BU graduate with a MSW. I began in the mental health field working with adults with chronic mental illness. For several years I've been working as a therapist at an outpatient substance abuse treatment facility providing group and individual therapy. Prior to that, I worked as a clinician at an inpatient psychiatric facility working with adults and children. One of my specialities, along with addiction and mental health, is working with geriatric populations.
I believe that key aspects of therapy are the willingness to change, to have difficult conversations and to be challenged. Deciding to go to therapy can provoke anxiety and there are often a lot of questions about what therapy is and what it can do. My goal is to make that process easier to go through, and to understand. Another key aspect of therapy is building a relationship. I strive to understand the unique needs of each individual and build a collaborative relationship.
My goal is to help those I work with meet their goals by helping them build on their strengths in a caring, non-judgmental environment.
