In our first session, we’ll focus on understanding you as a whole person, including your current concerns, symptoms, history, strengths, supports, and what you want from therapy. Together, we’ll begin identifying both short- and long-term goals, so our work feels focused and relevant to your life. Because I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach, we often start right away with practical strategies - either strengthening coping skills that already work for you or introducing new ways to respond to stress, overthinking, or other challenges. The goal is to leave even the first session with greater clarity and a sense of direction. Note: You must be in Kansas or Missouri during our appointments. I am only scheduling daytime appointments at this time.