I'm a licensed clinical social worker specializing in trauma, eating disorders, and child/adolescent mental health. Prior to working as a therapist I worked in art education as well as human services with special needs children and adults. I keep up to date with research and trainings in the treatment areas I specialize in. I currently work with individuals ages 4 and up.
I take a holistic approach with each of my clients. Our mind, body, and environment are deeply connected, and understanding how different factors in our lives interact with each other is part of self-improvement. I am a very solution focused therapist, and am here support others on their journey to self improvement. I incorporate elements of art and play therapy into each session with children/teen clients, dependent on individual interests. I do assign homework when appropriate for clients of all ages. The goals of homework assignments are to reinforce skills learned in session and develop a deeper self-awareness.
The first session is really part one of getting to know you. I will ask you a LOT of questions about yourself present and past as well as the person you'd like to grow into. We will explore any past mental health history and treatment, as well as your expectations for our therapy sessions. We will also create goals that you would like to work toward together.
