Psychotherapy is about growth, expansion, and evolution, in addition to healing from painful experiences. Seeking support through psychotherapy as a strength. My aim and purpose as your therapist is to cultivate a collaborative therapeutic alliance meant to empower, foster self-compassion, and promote and motivate change. My enthusiastic and relaxed style encourages clients to address concerns with freedom and non judgement.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! I work with adults and teens! Do you or your teen feel overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Are you trying to push through each day only to feel like you're exhausted and not moving in the right direction? I want you to know, I'm here to help! Finding someone that's a good fit and asking for help is the first step in your journey to feeling better. It’s my belief, everyone should have a place where they feel safe and supported while processing their life stressors. Whether it be anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, or relationships difficulties.

Today's world is complex, demanding and ever-changing!! I strongly believe it takes courage to ask for support to manage thoughts, feelings and behaviors that may be obstacles in one's life. With 15 years experience in diverse clinical settings including Private Group Practice, Community Mental Health, Partial Hospitalization/Intensive Outpatient Program, Inpatient Behavioral Health and Residential Substance Abuse Treatment, I have had the privilege of helping children, adolescents and adults work through obstacles including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, substance abuse/addiction, eating disorders, grief and loss, trauma and life transitions. .

Do you ever find yourself feeling "less than" or comparing yourself to others? These experiences happen to all of us throughout the lifespan. However, there are times when these thoughts and comparisons can feel so burdensome, that it becomes difficult to keep up with our daily lives. Sometimes, these feelings just happen for no apparent reason and sometimes there are life transitions that are easier to pinpoint, such as pregnancy, infertility issues, or traumatic births/loss. Regardless of your circumstance, I help people understand the meaning of these thoughts while gaining relief from challenges.

“Our lives can become messy things. When this happens many of us invest the majority of our energy into holding our exterior lives together; while throwing the scraps to our internal life. I practice from the belief that when we are lost in the emotional weeds it is faster and less painful to have a guide who knows the ‘weedlands’ counsel us back to emotional ‘civilization’ than it is to wander in the hopes of stumbling onto a healthier path. I strive to provide counseling with warmth, peace, joy, hope, and love by accepting who you are where you are while being mindful of your hopes and goals.”

"This will never go away. I am stuck. I can't do this anymore. I am never going to get better". These are statements I have said to myself many times on my journey of healing chronic anxiety and chronic pain, along with statements from clients on the beginning of their healing journey. There are so many curveballs that life throws at us: pain, anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, life transitions; the list can go on and life can feel so incredibly exhausting. It feels like you are drowning and all you want is to feel calm, in less pain, and full of life, full of energy, and at peace. You already have it inside of you!

In the journey of life, storms occur in our path that may throw us off course. Some of these challenges and transitions can be difficult to navigate. Past storms can also keep us from moving forward in life. I believe in the capacity of every person to live a joy-filled, empowered life. I enjoy walking alongside my clients, for a time, to assist them in reclaiming their life. At times our children also need extra guidance to navigate through life's storms. Together, we can work with your child and help them develop coping and/or social skills; developing a stronger sense of self.

Adults and teenagers with Anxiety disorders of any kind, Major depressive disorder, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, relationship issues, Christian counseling, confidence issues or dating issues. If what you need help with is not listed above send me a message I may still be able to help.

Every person is distinct, complex, and searching to make their own meaning in the world. Each person's path is uniquely their own. For many, this includes clarifying values and what it means to live a full, meaningful life. This includes committing to taking action and making goals that enrich our lives.

If the idea of life staying the same feels more uncomfortable than the uncertainty of change, then you are in the right place. As human beings we can do hard things and tolerate difficult situations, AND we also have our limitations. Recognizing our limitations helps us identify important changes we can make in our life so that we can maintain sanity and feel like we are thriving rather than surviving. You don’t have to turn yourself into a mindless machine for the sake of making your current circumstances “work”; let’s find a better alternative. I help adults and adolescents create a life that isn’t so painful and overwhelming.

Are you feeling heavy and burdened by your anxiety? Is your relationship problematic and dissatisfying? At Graceful Therapy, we believe that we are only as healthy as our relationships, and our relationships are only as healthy as we are mentally. We also believe that there is power in forming a trusting relationship in which you can process, be challenged, and dream. We hope to provide that relationship for you.

I work with a number of clients clients including adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Several issues I feel comfortable working with include anxiety, depression, stress management, grief issues, adjustment and change issues, Bipolar Disorders, working through past trauma, issues with self-injury, suicidal ideation, sexual/verbal/emotional/physical abuse issues, self-esteem/self-worth issues, bullying, communication issues, sexual or intimacy struggles. I specialize in working with the LGBTQA community and other gender and sexually diverse populations.

Does your life seem to be less fulfilling and you do not know why? Look no further. Your best life is waiting. I work to provide a safe space and collaborate with clients on finding their inner strengths to utilize them in building resiliency. I work to guide children ages four and older, adolescents, adults, and couples to reach their goals and experience a happier life.

(Not accepting new clients at this time) You're anxious but ready for a change, to not feel this way. You want more, but anxiety keeps getting in the way. You're losing out on relationships, experiences, happiness. Anxiety makes you think you're the problem, that you're just flawed. You feel shame. But you deserve so much more! To feel confident, to experience joy, to live a life you really love!

The clients I work with are seeking natural, holistic interventions for improving their mental health; alleviating symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stressors, anger/resentment, grief, etc. Wellness of the mind and body can be achieved through mindfulness and meditative practices, cognitive-behavioral therapy (changing the way you think and behave), proper nutrition, movement/physical exercise, and for some, belief in a higher power.

Navigating life's ups and downs can be stressful. We all experience the downs at some point and need that extra support person to help guide us through it. I work a lot with anxiety and depression. Grief of a loss or any type and the everyday stresses in life when they get to be too much. I work with a lot of adolescents who are dealing with the stress of high school, adults who are having trouble with handling the stress of life and careers. We work on what your goals are and how we can accomplish them.

I work with individuals, couples and families suffering from depression/anxiety, adult children of alcoholics, blended families, couples/marriage,family counseling, infidelity, communication problems, parenting issues, codependency, self-esteem, and stress management. I am an active, directive, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused therapist. I have been working in the field of Co-Dependency/Adult Children of Alcoholics since 1992, and have assisted people in moving from powerlessness to making choices that bring them fulfillment and happiness. I focus on empowerment and providing the knowledge individuals need.

Everyone wants to know that they matter and that they have worth. Sometimes life gets in the way and interferes with our ability to tap into our sense of belonging and being accepted as we are. Helping clients navigate through life issues and challenges and healing the deeper wounds that affect our day to day functioning is a passion of mine. What does it mean to be "healthy and whole"? Discovering this and working toward healing and thriving where you are at is a rewarding experience!

**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** It's a brave step to reach out for support, especially when parts of life have become unmanageable. I strive to create a safe place for us to begin the process of healing and working through the different obstacles that you may face. Together we will identify those areas that you want to change, and try different strategies to help get you to where you want to be. We will take time to increase your level of awareness, while broadening your understanding and ability to use skills to manage distress. I offer flexible scheduling options during the day, the evening, and weekends.

As human beings we all face struggles in life, and at times, we can really benefit from an outside perspective to help us work through difficulties. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, or going through a significant life change, it can be helpful to talk about your concerns in a safe space. I believe that therapy is a healthy balance between processing your emotions and concerns with opportunities for learning and using healthy coping skills. Therapy is a collaborative experience, and together we can explore your symptoms and goals in order to determine the best course of treatment.