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Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. The company tagline at Path2Growth (P2G) Counseling is "we grow together." P2G is trauma-focused and healing-centered. P2G serves children (preschool age up), teens, adults and families. All therapy, testing, and consultation services are provided using a trauma-focused lens to offer another perspective into the challenges or difficulties the patient is facing. Treatment plans are created using a culturally-sensitive approach which incorporates the patients' cultures and spiritual beliefs.

My goal is to create a safe, warm space for individuals who are struggling with mental health. I believe that everyone needs a person to talk to and this is the right place to begin I am here to listen and direct you to your goal. Together, we can work to discovering how you can achieve your goals and empower your ability and skills for a better future!

My approach to therapy is solution focused. That is, I help you find your strengths and together we build upon them. The goal is to improve your self esteem and the quality of your life. I do this in a safe, non-judgmental and comfortable environment. I work with adults having difficulty coping with midlife issues such as empty nest, marital changes, career changes, second careers, health concerns and relationships with adult children. I also work with couples, helping them find their way again.

For all of our individually unique strengths, skills, accomplishments and spirits, stress, obstacles, conflicts, issues, situations occur in everyone's life when seeking professional assistance can be more useful than requesting the same from a family member, partner or friend (despite their best intentions). I have spent my entire life/career (as a Volunteer; Serviceman; Business Professional and Counselor/Therapist) attempting to alleviate the pain and support and enhance the lives of individuals that I have been involved with. These sessions will represent OUR individual, integrated approach at attempting to resolve or best manage the presenting issue(s) and related obstacles, in a private, safe,and empathetic setting.

In many cultures and communities, mental health is a taboo topic. Some may not talk about it at all. Do you know what healthy relationships look like? Do you have lingering childhood traumas? Do you need a sounding board to help you navigate through challenging moments? Therapy can be all of those things and more.

We all possess the ability to make progress toward positive change, and having support along that journey can go a long way in reaching your goals. Together, we will focus on recognizing your strengths, resourcefulness, and resiliency, empowering you to feel grounded in the present and develop hope for the future.

Therapy offers a place for exploration and offers a greater depth of understanding of both yourself and your relationships. It is also an avenue to enhance social connections, and a way to set goals and chart a path to achieve them. I work with clients to address any obstacles they may be facing and in helping them to enact a plan to achieve their desired outcomes. This partnership is different from person to person, because it’s about identifying any stumbling blocks clients may be facing and working through them. I value approaching people from a place of curiosity, empathetic understanding, and use a collaborative approach.

“When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.” — Viktor E Frankl

Solution-Focused & Non-Judgmental. Strengthening Relationships with personalized approach. Expertise in Relationships with Narcissistic partners. Find clarity, resolution and relief through validation and guidance. It takes courage to seek support, and not allow fear to impact quality of life. Support to Individuals & Couples seeking Deeper Connection, Guidance on how to manage Controlling Relationships, Narcissistic Abuse-Recovery, Separation, Divorce, Child Custody, Self-Worth, HSPs - Highly Sensitive Person & Trauma Recovery. Self-Care supports wellbeing. Let's work together to find the confident authentic you!

“If you never quit, you never fail” -Robert F Kennedy ​

“Never be ashamed of seeking help.” -National Alliance on Mental Illness ​

Welcome! I am a Mental Health Counselor-LP looking forward to working with you! With a personal background in athletics, I value the concept of being a part of a team. When working with me, we are teammates, working together toward a common goal - becoming the best version of yourself. As there are many obstacles in life and it can be difficult to overcome them alone, I will stand side by side with you, helping you navigate your way through, offering new perspectives and strategies for you to "try on," until together, we find ones that fit.

Seeing first-hand the profound effects trauma can have on an individual's psychological well-being motivated me to pursue further training in therapy. I strongly believe in the power of therapy to help individuals overcome their challenges and reclaim their lives. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions and work toward healing and personal growth in their current season of life.

If you are experiencing distress that is affecting your life in ways that interfere with your ability to experience happiness and a sense of calm, I urge you to seek treatment. I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience in the mental health field for over forty years providing treatment for people with Obsessive Compulsive Spectrum Disorders (OCD) and those who suffer from anxiety, depression as well as teaching parent effectiveness training. My approach is empathic and I utilize Cognitive Behavioral therapeutic strategies to effect positive change and results.

“Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength.” – Arnold Schwarzenegger

“Look out the other’s window. Try to see the world as your patient sees it”- Irvin D. Yalom

It takes a courageous person to pick up the phone and ask for help and together we will work collaboratively to incorporate your unique needs and preferences into a personalized, solution focused care plan. My approach to therapy is supportive and empathetic and together we will find your strengths and build upon them, the goal being to improve your self-esteem, the quality of your life and achieve a healthy balance among relationships, work, spirituality, social life and personal care. Reaching out for support and guidance is the first step in committing to your personal growth and healing.

“Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.” -Brené Brown. I commend you for taking this step to come to therapy. Let’s travel this road together.