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I know finding the right therapist can be a daunting task. I hope to make that easier. I pride myself on my ability to work with persons in a supportive and encouraging setting. I strongly believe in each persons potential and ability to make changes and create happiness. I hold a doctorate degree in Counseling Psychology and will meet you at 1st Priority Institute for Better Living where the atmosphere is cheerful and hopeful; optimistic for a better tomorrow:).

Have you had some of these experiences? "Growing up, we were taught that our business had to stay in the family home. In African American families, this is not only a matter of decorum, it is a rule about safety- safety that is contingent on you being less yourself, and therefore, it is also about shame" (Burke 44).  Or are you living in denial about what you went through or experienced often times just to survive and get through life, or because you never were taught how to express and process your emotions? Burke, T. (2021) You are your best thing. New York, NY: Random House Publishing Group.

We know finding the right therapist can be a daunting task. We hope to make that easier. We pride ourselves on the ability to work with each person in a supportive and encouraging setting. We strongly believe in each persons potential and ability to make changes and create happiness. Our clinicians are highly trained in a wide array of specialties. At 1st Priority Institute for Better Living the atmosphere is cheerful and hopeful; optimistic for a better tomorrow. We encourage you to dig deep and call today.

I am a licensed psychotherapist (LCSW) in Florida, Colorado and Virginia, an empathetic healer, an avid mental health awareness advocate. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, codependency issues, self-esteem issues, anger management issues and other emotional struggles. My passion as a therapist is to assist you in developing skills to help you find the happiness and abundance from within. I strive to create a safe space where you can feel comfortable in sharing your perspectives, hopes, aspirations, fears, and growths.

I offer teletherapy to clients in California, Nevada, Oregon and Colorado. I offer in-office visits in Sacramento. Sometimes we expect far too much from ourselves. Each client is invited into a space where there is no expectation and where they are free to be themselves, without fear of judgement or misunderstanding. Adults can sometimes struggle to find space to hold compassion for themselves. Couples (and all variants of relationship structure) can also use a nonjudgmental time and space to feel heard, while building tools for communication.

Starting the healing process is challenging and takes courage. Within all of us is a drive or desire to become whole, happy and connected to our self and our world. I see the importance of integrating all parts and aspects of our Self and becoming more whole and complete human beings. This journey into wholeness in the realization of our potential, underpins our personal journey of transformation and healing. This philosophy is at the core of my approach.

If you’re looking for a place to heal, grow, and explore what you want your future to hold, therapy can be a powerful way to reach your goals. Starting such an odyssey of self-discovery takes courage, but it is well worth the effort to make your hopes become realized. I work with a wide range of client issues, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, relationship issues and difficult life transitions.

I work with clients to establish goals, reduce symptoms and find more joy in their life. Therapy can include building insight, addressing concerns, developing coping skills and improving self-acceptance. Therapy with me typically includes tools to use in between sessions.

Do you find yourself overwhelmed or struggling to connect with your emotions? Have you experienced abuse or neglect, or are you facing symptoms of anxiety and depression? I am here to support your emotional well-being and personal growth journey. In my therapy practice, we will work together to address your specific concerns and collaboratively create a tailored plan to help you live the fulfilling life you deserve. I specialize in providing empathetic care to individuals struggling with PTSD resulting from emotional, physical, and sexual trauma, as well as supporting those facing present-day challenges.

We all face challenges that can make life feel overwhelming. If you are ready to bolster your mental health support team, please email or call to coordinate a consultation today. Currently inviting patients with anxiety, relationship distress, trouble with emotion regulation, and more to embark on a journey of growth and discovery through Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Get the support you deserve in order feel in control of your life.

Life's messy and complicated, and you weren't as prepared as you would have liked for the curveballs. Important relationships in your life have become strained, or you experienced something difficult that you can't seem to find a place for in your mind. You might find yourself struggling with restlessness and irritability. It feels like you're putting on a happy face when you're really just drained, or you're exhausted from having arguments with your loved ones all the time. How your problems express themselves in your life may look different than it might for someone else, and those distinctions are really important.

I am here to guide you on your journey in finding a path to a healthier emotional well-being. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health, focusing on your unique needs and strengths. Together, we will explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to create a personalized plan for healing and growth. I use evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, and mindfulness techniques, to empower you with the tools to manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and more.

When do you first remember feeling hopeless or alone? Or the first time you recall thinking, ‘Is this the happiest I am ever going to feel?’ Perhaps it was leaving work last night and wondering, 'How did I get here?' Today you can choose to start feeling different.

I believe we are here to discover, learn, and experience as much as possible in this short journey. As a seasoned and experienced Counselor, I take a holistic (comprehensive) approach in psychotherapy focusing on all parts of a person which includes the emotional, social, biological, environmental, spiritual/philosophical (meaning and purpose), and psychological components that make us whole. And if you are in need of psychiatric medications, I work with a Psychiatrist in the area and you will have access to this service.

The human experience is a complex one. Our lives are inevitably filled with challenges, loss, and suffering, yet at the same time we have the capacity to experience true joy, deep love, and awe-inspiring beauty. So how do we move through the waves of life and navigate it all? There is no simple answer to this question, and that's why I'm here. I'm here to hold space for you as you ask the hard questions, process suffering, and navigate the ups and downs of your own personal journey. My mission is to stand with, encourage, and empower you. I believe that you are the expert of your life, and you have all of the answers inside.

I am here to support you in your sexual challenges. As an AASECT-certified sex therapist, I've dedicated my career to providing expert knowledge and compassionate guidance to individuals and couples struggling with aspects of their sexuality, including shame, trauma, physical pain, and loss. The people I work with courageously seek to find greater connection with their pleasure, desire, and a sense of ease and comfort in their bodies. I'm so honored to be trusted with these intimate aspects of my clients' lives, and I respect their trust by pursuing excellence as a clinician and holding their stories with great care.

The grace, acceptance, and strength of my clients inspires me and continually shapes my practice. My particular interests and specialties tend to fall within women’s issues, trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, addiction and relationship Issues. The belief that everyone deserves access to quality mental health care and a chance to be the best version of themselves informs every element of my work.

The path towards healing may involve deepening the mind-body connection. We hold onto stress in the smallest of ways. By brining awareness to our subconscious patterns, we can begin to healing. If you find yourself struggling with grief/loss, depression, trauma, anxiety, life transitions, substance use, or any everyday stressor you have come to the right place. My hope is to provide a safe space and collaborative treatment in which we can explore what it is that maybe interfering with your daily life. I offer a relational and non-judgmental approach to help process life's ups and downs.