I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in helping patients who suffer from any of the following: depression, bipolar disorder and anxiety disorders, chronic pain/illness/terminal illness, grieving, death, and bereavement (to include pet loss), PTSD in Veterans and survivors of any type of abuse, adults on the autism spectrum, couples, premarital, and marriage counseling, LGBTQIA+, as well as gender identity problems, and geriatrics.
I like to use an eclectic approach to therapy. This means that I do not adhere to one particular model of therapy to help you. I rely on the use of many theoretical models so that I can select which technique will help you the most. This may change during the course of our work together based on what you feel are your top priorities. We will work together to help you form a trusting relationship that will be based on honesty and your motivation to help yourself.
I believe in a very direct and interactive approach to therapy. I relish feedback and expect you to express your opinions and feelings about what you are learning about yourself in treatment. I believe that change is an inherent part of therapy. When people come to see me, they are unhappy . It is through change that most people grow and learn how to manage their problems in a less stressful way. The goal is to function more effectively in all aspects of your life that you interact with.
