Twenty-five years in the Navy taught me what it looks like to keep going while carrying something heavy. That understanding shapes how I work with trauma
and PTSD today. I am a licensed clinical social worker trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy, practicing in Virginia. I would be glad to hear what brought
you in.
Most of the work we do in session is practical. For trauma and PTSD, we look at the thoughts and beliefs that took root during hard experiences and test whether they hold up. When people realize that what they have been telling themselves is something they can change, that is often the turning point. For substance use and addiction, we examine patterns, find what drives them, and build more workable responses. I will not sugarcoat what the work takes, but I will be direct, honest, and steady with you throughout it. I specialize in Cognitive Processing Therapy and work with veterans, first responders, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, or addiction alongside trauma.
The first session is mostly a conversation. I will ask about what brought you in and what you are hoping to change. You do not have to have it all figured out. By the end of our first meeting, you should have a clearer sense of where we might go together and whether this feels like a good fit. Most people leave feeling like someone actually listened.
